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Leaving windows open in hot weather 'could invalidate home insurance'
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Millions of households could be invalidating their home
insurance by leaving windows open during the summer months, one
leading insurer said today.
A survey of 2,000 Swinton customers found 81% did not know that
leaving windows open when out of the house could invalidate their
policy and 72% admitted to leaving a window open and then going out
in the last month.
The survey also revealed that 23% were concerned about leaving
their pet home alone in the hot weather, and left a window open to
ensure their pet was comfortable.
Steve Chelton, from Swinton said: "Each year there are thousands of
burglaries as result of people not carrying out basic safety
measures, such as locking window and doors.
"Even though the hot weather makes us relaxed, we should not become
complacent with the safety of our homes.
"At Swinton we advise everyone to ensure that their windows and
doors are locked before leaving the house, even if just popping out
for a few minutes.
"Failing to carry out these preventative measures could invalidate
home insurance, which will leave people severely out of pocket if
burgled."
