Cracked windows 'could reveal subsidence damage'

The Met Office has issued a summer health warning, claiming that a possible heat wave could see temperatures climbing to 30 degrees Celsius during the day and not falling below 18 degrees Celsius at night.

And with such high temperatures comes an increased risk of potential subsidence damage to property, meaning people may wish to keep a close eye on their window frames and exterior doors.

According to esure, one sign of subsidence - where hot temperatures cause the ground a property is built on to crack and shift - is cracks around weak points of the home, such as the doors and windows.

Should a gap appear that is the thickness of a ten pence coin, homeowners should seek advice from an expert as soon as possible, the insurance provider advises.

Mike Pickard, head of risk and underwriting for esure, said: "Discovering that your foundations are moving when you're looking to sell your house can be a huge blow for homeowners but an early diagnosis can be a blessing in disguise."

Force 8 the North West's leading window and door manufacturer.

Written by Alice Cox