A Caring Christmas
Beat burst pipe misery as Britain braces for the big freeze
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Leading rural insurer NFU Mutual is advising homeowners to prepare their property for winter’s worst. Statistics from NFU Mutual show that in 2016 claims for mopping up damage caused by burst pipes averaged a massive £5,000. As the Met Office predicts freezing conditions across much of the UK this week, the insurer is advising homeowners and businesses to take steps to protect their plumbing and avoid the misery of burst pipes. Jon Cawley, Head of Claims at NFU Mutual said: “Water damage from pipe bursts can result in a huge amount of damage to homes and ruin people’s precious belongings leading to huge heartache and misery.” “However, there are simple steps homeowners can take to protect their properties before a cold snap, which can dramatically reduce the chances of pipes freezing.” “If damage is
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your insurer to seek advice about professional help with drying out the property and getting repairs underway. More information about coping with winter weather at home, at work and on the roads is available at our website
nfumutual.co.uk.” NFU Mutual’s five-step burst pipe guide:
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Make sure you can access it and close it easily.
2. Drain your system If you’re planning on leaving your property unoccupied during the winter months, turn off the stop cock and drain the plumbing of both hot and cold water systems. 3. Get those pipes lagged Well-insulated loft spaces get very cold in winter and so it’s important you give your water pipes extra lagging
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freezing and bursting. 4. Keep the heat flowing Keeping the thermostat at a normal setting overnight or while your home is unoccupied will help to keep the building temperature above freezing. 5. Check your plumbing Checking your pipes for signs of freezing or bursts such as leaking or dripping joints, will help you to react to a possible problem or nip it in the bud. Asking tenants to do the same will help to protect rental properties too.
TLC Wales specialise in fostering children with disabilities and complex medical needs and due to the high level of specialist carers they were able to find a suitable match for baby J. Carers who offered him more than just a place to live. J began to thrive, giving hope for his future. He has been with his foster careers for 7 years now, he is part of their family and they couldn’t imagine life without him. He enjoys life and his smile warms everyone’s heart. TLC focuses on the best outcomes
and respite carers for sibling groups, parent and child as well as solo placements. They offer first class training, 24/7 support and a generous allowance.
for children whatever they might be. Tey are hugely proud of what they do but without specialist foster carers they would be unable to provide care and support and J’s story could have been very different. Tey need short term, long
If you have any questions or are interested in fostering please call TLC on 01269 846371.
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term and respite carers for sibling groups, parent and child as well as solo placements. Tey offer first class training, 24/7 support and a generous allowance.
If you have any questions or are interested in fostering please call TLC on 01269 846371.
someone’s life?
Could you foster? Do you have experience of children with disabilities or a background in care? If the answer is yes then contact TLC Wales.
Could you offer a home to a child or young person with disabilities?
We are looking for carers who can offer a home to Sibling Groups, Parent & Child and Solo Placements.
When J was born he didn’t appear to develop at the normal rate and had difficulty feeding. His parents were told he had suffered brain damage. They were told it was unlikely he would reach his first birthday and would need 24 hour care. His parents were unable to cope and meet his needs so J had to be placed in foster care. It was difficult to find foster carers who would look after a baby with unknown needs and a short life expectancy.
ABOUT TLC WALES
TLC Wales specialise in fostering children with disabilities and complex medical needs and due to the high level of specialist carers they were able to find a suitable match for baby J. Carers who offered him more than just a place to live. J began to thrive, giving hope for his future.
outcomes for children whatever they might be. They are hugely proud of what they do but without specialist foster carers they would be unable to provide care and support and J’s story could have been very different. They need short term, long term
training, 24/7 support and a generous allowance.
We offer excellent
Palliative, respite, short and long term carers required
and respite carers for sibling groups, parent and child as well as solo placements. They offer first class training, 24/7 support and a generous allowance.
If you have any questions or are interested in fostering please call TLC on 01269 846371.
Palliative, respite, short and long term carers required
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