Guest Post from DIYNewbie.org: Five Reasons Why Plumbing Insurance is Essential This Year
By julianne, May 13, 2011, Home Services
If you’ve already committed money from your ever-shrinking monthly budget to home insurance, why would you need to get plumbing cover as well? Well, actually, for plenty of important reasons, which we’ve outlined here in this handy guide:
Plumbing problems may not be covered by your home insurance
If you thought that problems with your plumbing may be covered by your home insurance, you may need to think again – it’s not commonly included in buildings or contents policies. This means that if your pipes burst or your toilet breaks, you’ll need to shell out for a tradesman to come out and fix the problem and foot the bill yourself. If you previously thought you were covered, this could come as a bit of shock.
- It could really save you money…
With policies starting from as little as a few pounds per month, it’s a good way to ensure you’re not hit by any nasty surprises in the event of a plumbing problem. Repairs can run into the hundreds or even thousands of pounds, meaning it’s always a good idea to be prepared. - As well as your time
When a plumbing problem occurs in your home, there’s no time to waste when it comes to getting it sorted out – the longer you wait for a leaking pipe to be fixed, the more damage it could potentially cause. For this reason, it’s better to have someone you can call on immediately – as is the case with plumbing insurance – rather than desperately thumbing the directories for an available tradesman. - You can be sure of your plumber’s credentials
As TV shows like Rogue Traders have proved, getting the right man for a job around your home can often be pot luck – especially if you need someone for an emergency such as a burst pipe. However, if you take out plumbing cover, you can be sure that the tradesman who’s sent to your property has been fully trained and vetted, meaning their work is guaranteed. - You home has never been under more strain from the weather
Recent winters have been among the harshest on record, leading to record numbers of plumbers being called out to deal with issues such as burst and leaking pipes. For this reason, there may never have been a better time to get plumbing insurance in place to protect your home from the worst the elements can throw at it.
Guest Blogger Bio:
Alex Smith is a Do-it-Yourself enthusiast and owner of diynewbie.org
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