Insurance
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Just Surveys Limited has experience dealing with insurance companies. We are happy to liaise with your insurance company, or work on behalf of insurance companies, to efficiently resolve any issues with your drainage.
Home Insurance:
Many common drainage problems are covered by home insurance. Some of the most common types are: root ingress, damage resulting from vehicle movement and drain defects caused by accidental damage.
It is also important to note that the problem may not be in your own property. If your neighbours are also encountering the same problem then it is likely to be a blockage in the public sewer than your privet drains. You need not call your insurance or a drainage firm to carry out the works – but need to call your local water authority to sort out the problem. Be aware though, that if they attend site and find out the issue is caused by yourself or is on your private land/drains that you will be charged – probably more than calling out a drainage firm yourself.
Common issues NOT covered by insurance
Common causes of blockages not covered by home insurance include:
● Items such as wet wipes and nappies causing blockages.
● Congealed fat and oils poured down drains.
● Damage caused by bad workmanship or faulty designs.
However, please check your insurance policy and seek clarifications prior to undertaking works to avoid unexpected charges. If you would like advice contact us on 01452 730 185 for free and impartial advice.
Many common drainage problems are covered by home insurance. Some of the most common types are: root ingress, damage resulting from vehicle movement and drain defects caused by accidental damage.
It is also important to note that the problem may not be in your own property. If your neighbours are also encountering the same problem then it is likely to be a blockage in the public sewer than your privet drains. You need not call your insurance or a drainage firm to carry out the works – but need to call your local water authority to sort out the problem. Be aware though, that if they attend site and find out the issue is caused by yourself or is on your private land/drains that you will be charged – probably more than calling out a drainage firm yourself.
Common issues NOT covered by insurance
Common causes of blockages not covered by home insurance include:
● Items such as wet wipes and nappies causing blockages.
● Congealed fat and oils poured down drains.
● Damage caused by bad workmanship or faulty designs.
However, please check your insurance policy and seek clarifications prior to undertaking works to avoid unexpected charges. If you would like advice contact us on 01452 730 185 for free and impartial advice.
Common Issues encountered with drainage:
Root infiltration:
Root infiltration is a problem we have encountered many times before, roots find their way into the drainage and this can cause huge trouble for drainage. The roots once inside the drainage can cause anything from severe structural damage to trapping debris in the line and causing blockages. House purchase surveys will highlight any issues such as this. We offer a root cutting service which is ideal at removing roots from a drain run.
Heavy Rainfall and Flooding:
Heavy rainfall and flooding can be bad for properties without the sufficient drainage in place to drain the water from the property. During heavy rainfall and flooding there is an increased chance of subsidence (the motion of a surface shifting downwards) which can cause problems with drainage such as fractured pipes and displaced joints. This can cause structural issues as well as lead to blockages. A CCTV survey will highlight any fractures or displaced joints.
Environmental issues:
There are many environmental issues faced with drainage and the primary one is the connections into the wrong type of drainage. A key example of this is extensions where plumbing is needed or DIY jobs. Connecting the wrong type of waste to the wrong system is big environmental concern. For example; sink waste discharging into a storm water drain.
Root infiltration:
Root infiltration is a problem we have encountered many times before, roots find their way into the drainage and this can cause huge trouble for drainage. The roots once inside the drainage can cause anything from severe structural damage to trapping debris in the line and causing blockages. House purchase surveys will highlight any issues such as this. We offer a root cutting service which is ideal at removing roots from a drain run.
Heavy Rainfall and Flooding:
Heavy rainfall and flooding can be bad for properties without the sufficient drainage in place to drain the water from the property. During heavy rainfall and flooding there is an increased chance of subsidence (the motion of a surface shifting downwards) which can cause problems with drainage such as fractured pipes and displaced joints. This can cause structural issues as well as lead to blockages. A CCTV survey will highlight any fractures or displaced joints.
Environmental issues:
There are many environmental issues faced with drainage and the primary one is the connections into the wrong type of drainage. A key example of this is extensions where plumbing is needed or DIY jobs. Connecting the wrong type of waste to the wrong system is big environmental concern. For example; sink waste discharging into a storm water drain.
With our NADC certified staff and attention to Health and Safety we are an ideal choice for Insurance companies who want a professional, prompt and efficient service.
