Driving home for Christmas? Then You Need to Protect Your Water Supply From Frozen Pipes.

14 December 2023 12:27

Now that winter has landed, we can’t escape the weather, but we can escape the effects of it by protecting the home you are renting against burst pipes.

NI Water is advising students about the devastating impact a burst pipe can have on the property they are renting this winter. You might think all you need to do is lock up and turn off electricity, but you could come back to a nasty surprise in January if you are not careful! A burst pipe can destroy any electronic equipment left behind, coursework and furniture.

There are a few simple steps you can take to protect the house and your property:

• Check with your landlord if all the pipes in the house are lagged;
• Make sure you take all valuables with you or store in a safe location;
• Check everyone knows where the stop valve is.

If a burst occurs while you are in your rented accommodation, turn off the stop valve and have emergency contacts handy.

It is in your interests to know if the property you are renting is protected from burst pipes; it may not be your house, but it is your stuff!

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Notes to editors: 

 

When checking your home is winterproof, why not take the time to check the age of your water supply pipes. For information about how you can find and deal with lead pipes please visit: www.niwater.com/lead-pipes  

 

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