Escape of Water
Water leaks cause untold damage and disruption, so knowing what to do if this happens can ensure you’re prepared and can help minimise the damage. Even better, carrying out simple checks, ensuring good accessibility to your plumbing and isolation points, being proactive with your maintenance and understanding available leak detection technology can help prevent incidents.
Did you know?
£9,460
was the average escape of water claims cost for Aviva from 2021 - 20231
30,751
escape of water incidents reported to Aviva from 2021 - 20231
Guidance to help manage your escape of water risks
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Our Specialist Partners to help manage your escape of water risks
To access these solutions at preferential rates and terms, contact our Specialist Partners.
Leaksafe
Leak Detection
Leaksafe specialise in the supply and installation of leak detection and leak suppression systems. We use both flow monitoring and fluid contact detection to identify both catastrophic and low level-leaks. Systems can be designed to automatically shut the water supply off if there is a leak and / or send immediate notification to residents or property managers that will identify where in the building the leak has occurred. Leaksafe systems are suitable for installation during construction or for retro-fit in any type of residential or commercial property.
PASS
Thermal Imaging Cameras and Electrical Test Equipment Suppliers
PASS supplies test equipment, training, calibration and support. Our range of thermal imaging cameras and electrical testing equipment is designed to support your preventative maintenance programmes. Identifying potential sources of fire and faulty equipment early can reduce risk and prove due diligence to mitigate your risk.
Quensus
Escape of Water Leak Prevention
Quensus specialise in leak detection and prevention solutions for various sectors including residential, commercial and industrial properties.
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1 Aviva internal claims data for 2021 - 2023