Shower Tray Repair - An Insurance Job or A DIY Deal?
February 16th 2011 14:54
It can be quite common for a shower tray to become damaged through prolonged use. The impact of heavy objects could cause dents and cracks, which could be further aggravated through DIY endeavours.
So what do you do if an accident causes detectable damage to your shower tray? If you are on a tight budget you could be tempted to repair the damage yourself, but this may lead to additional problems. An alternative to repairing the damage on your own is seeking the assistance of a qualified professional, which can be done at a reasonable price. Choosing a shower tray repair specialist will ensure that the job is completed to a high standard without having the threat of any complications.
You may enquire as to whether your home insurance policy includes shower tray repair. It's possible your policy doesn't cover this sort of damage and even if you are covered you will need to consider the excess as well as the possibility of losing your no claims which might in the long run result in higher premiums when it comes to renewal.
All of this may make the idea of getting out the tools and attempting the shower tray repair DIY style very attractive.
If you decide to try shower tray repair and experienced further problems, this will not be included in a home insurance policy, as not surprisingly they don't cover damage as a consequence of DIY attempts. This could end up costing you dearly and would have to be fixed by a professional, it can be very frustrating if you were only undertaking the DIY to fix the original damage without needing to pay a professional.
With all of this in mind, it could be tempting just to leave the broken shower tray, but this is a very bad idea. What may appear to be a small crack might lead to a potentially damaging leak. So what can you do, when you are in need of shower tray repair?
One option would be to change the whole shower tray. However, this is sometimes a fairly hefty job that usually requires all of the surrounding tiles to be replaced. The job of replacing a shower tray should likewise be left to the professionals for anyone who is not experienced in DIY. If your shower tray is significantly damaged, claiming for a replacement on insurance could be a better use of your policy than claiming to get it fixed, as a new shower tray is less likely to leave you open to more problems later on.
Your initial consideration for an insurance claim relating to a damaged shower tray will be the cost involved. Obtain a few quotes for the work from a shower tray repair specialist. This will make you better placed to make the decision whether you would be best dipping into your own pocket, or calling up your insurance provider.
If the idea of an insurance claim has been discarded, before beginning the repairs yourself, it would be advisable to seek the help of a professional in shower tray repair to eliminate the risk of the further problems associated with DIY repair.
This post was written on behalf of Hometech UK Ltd, experts in shower tray repair. For more info on shower tray repair please visit Hometech-UK-Ltd.co.uk
So what do you do if an accident causes detectable damage to your shower tray? If you are on a tight budget you could be tempted to repair the damage yourself, but this may lead to additional problems. An alternative to repairing the damage on your own is seeking the assistance of a qualified professional, which can be done at a reasonable price. Choosing a shower tray repair specialist will ensure that the job is completed to a high standard without having the threat of any complications.
You may enquire as to whether your home insurance policy includes shower tray repair. It's possible your policy doesn't cover this sort of damage and even if you are covered you will need to consider the excess as well as the possibility of losing your no claims which might in the long run result in higher premiums when it comes to renewal.
All of this may make the idea of getting out the tools and attempting the shower tray repair DIY style very attractive.
If you decide to try shower tray repair and experienced further problems, this will not be included in a home insurance policy, as not surprisingly they don't cover damage as a consequence of DIY attempts. This could end up costing you dearly and would have to be fixed by a professional, it can be very frustrating if you were only undertaking the DIY to fix the original damage without needing to pay a professional.
With all of this in mind, it could be tempting just to leave the broken shower tray, but this is a very bad idea. What may appear to be a small crack might lead to a potentially damaging leak. So what can you do, when you are in need of shower tray repair?
One option would be to change the whole shower tray. However, this is sometimes a fairly hefty job that usually requires all of the surrounding tiles to be replaced. The job of replacing a shower tray should likewise be left to the professionals for anyone who is not experienced in DIY. If your shower tray is significantly damaged, claiming for a replacement on insurance could be a better use of your policy than claiming to get it fixed, as a new shower tray is less likely to leave you open to more problems later on.
Your initial consideration for an insurance claim relating to a damaged shower tray will be the cost involved. Obtain a few quotes for the work from a shower tray repair specialist. This will make you better placed to make the decision whether you would be best dipping into your own pocket, or calling up your insurance provider.
If the idea of an insurance claim has been discarded, before beginning the repairs yourself, it would be advisable to seek the help of a professional in shower tray repair to eliminate the risk of the further problems associated with DIY repair.
This post was written on behalf of Hometech UK Ltd, experts in shower tray repair. For more info on shower tray repair please visit Hometech-UK-Ltd.co.uk
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