Winter weather is one of many health and safety issues for landlords, who need to ensure their properties can withstand the severe conditions.
As snow and ice continues to affect many parts of the country, insurance provider Santander is highlighting the importance of preparing homes for the winter.
It pointed out that the estimated cost of storm and snow damage during the current cold snap is £1.1 million.
With further severe weather forecast in several areas, this figure could continue rising in the weeks ahead.
As well as physically preparing properties for wintry conditions, Santander also recommended that property owners secure landlord insurance to cover against any damage that does occur.
The group suggested keeping insurance documents in water-tight containers and having a photographic record of the contents of the property as evidence for claims.
Colin Greenhill, director of Santander Insurance, said: "The British weather is as unpredictable as it is uncontrollable but we can all ensure that should the worst happen we are correctly insured."
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