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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Vicky Shaw

Air fryers causing tens of thousands of pounds worth of damage, says insurer

Aviva is urging people to follow manufacturers’ guidance when using air fryers (David Davies/PA Archive) - (PA Archive)

Claims for damage relating to air fryers are running into tens of thousands of pounds on average, with costs running as high as £80,000, an insurance giant is warning.

Aviva said it has seen some significant home insurance claims relating to air fryer fires over the past four years, with claimants sustaining considerable fire and smoke damage to their homes.

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