Homeowners are being warned over damage that could cost more than £8,000 to repair if they keep their heating off this winter.
With people up and down the country looking to control heating bills, NFU Mutual is warning people to take steps to prevent pipes from freezing and avoid huge repair bills.
As people look to tackle the cost of living crisis and the rise in their energy bills, a YouGov survey shows 61% of people will use their heating less this winter. Unfortunately, when warm water circulates around pipes and warm air circulates around homes less frequently, the risk of pipes freezing and becoming damaged increases.