Surge in UK subsidence insurance claims due to extreme heat
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UK homeowners and insurance companies
United Kingdom
2026年8月
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UK homeowners are reporting significant structural damage due to subsidence following record-hot summers. Insurance claims for subsidence have surged, with average costs reaching a record £20,000. Experts warn that climate change is increasing the risk of ground movement, particularly in clay-rich soil areas.
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