Knowledge Centre
Here you will find our latest articles, suggestions and case studies on how insurance claims and repairs can be straightforward, and stress-free.
My Insurance Company Is Offering Me a Cash Settlement, Should I Accept It?
If you’ve recently dealt with property damage, your insurance company might be offering you a cash settlement.
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How we helped a Landlord approach Mould problems in their Rental Home
A landlord who previously worked with us got a tip from his letting agent that we’re now experts in mould surveys. He reached out, eager to tackle a mould issue in one of his properties.
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UK Home Insurance Prices Surge by Record 41.6% in 2024
Insurance Age reported in June that the average quoted price of home insurance rose by 41.6% in the 12 months to April, setting another new record for an annual rise. Inflation is the main culprit, but also an increase in property insurance claims...
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As the cost of living rises, so does the risk of frozen pipes...
A strange correlation, you may think; cost of living and frozen pipe claims but, as businesses and households continue to battle with the challenges of paying high utility bills, many are keeping their heating off for as long as possible.
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Is the slow Insurance Claims Train starting to move?
We are finally progressing with some of the frozen and burst pipe repairs from December 22... But it doesn’t mean that insurance brokers are less busy, or that insurance companies are improving. We reflect on what might have caused this year’s property insurance claims backlog.
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Supporting Your Clients Through a Property Insurance Claim
Making a Property Insurance Claim is a rare occurrence for commercial or residential customers. Most of us pay into a premium for years, decades even, and never have to claim. So, when you’re unfortunate enough to have to dig out the paperwork and pick up the phone, it can be a minefield of red tape, jargon, and seemingly wasted time. That’s where we come in.
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CELEBRATING 15 YEARS OF PROPERTY INSURANCE REPAIRS
We are excited to be celebrating 15 years since Action Insurance Repair opened its doors for business, with the aim of simplifying the insurance claims process for residents and businesses in the North West of England.
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Mitigating the Risk of Unoccupancy
December’s Arctic Cold Snap flagged another common issue in the world of insurance claims… that of ‘Unoccupied properties’ – or ‘unoccupancy’.
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What Does an Insurance Company class as Storm Damage?
Picture this: You're snuggled up on the couch, binge-watching your favorite show, when suddenly you hear a loud clap of thunder. You check the weather app on your phone, and yep, it's a storm. No big deal, right? WRONG...
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