Is your Isle of Wight holiday home protected this winter?
Updated: 1 day ago
As we head into the quieter winter months, many holiday homes across the Isle of Wight will be left unoccupied for longer periods between guest stays, or closed completely until the new season.
While your property may not be welcoming guests, it still needs looking after. Regular winter property inspections can help identify visible problems early and provide reassurance, particularly if you live off the Island.
Does your holiday home insurance require regular inspections?
Some holiday home insurance policies include specific conditions for periods when a property is unoccupied. These may include regular internal and external inspections, written records of visits, and precautions to help prevent frozen pipes or water leaks.
Requirements vary between policies, and failing to meet the conditions of your individual cover could affect a claim.
Winter property inspections on the Isle of Wight
To help take the worry out of looking after your holiday home during the quieter months, Silver Arch Holiday Let Solutions offers a Winter Property Care Service, with scheduled inspections carried out by our local Island team.
Whether your property is closed for the season or simply has fewer bookings, we can arrange regular visits to check for visible concerns and keep you informed.
What’s included in our Winter Property Care Service?
A scheduled visit to your holiday home.
A visual inspection of the interior and exterior.
Checks for visible leaks, damp, damage and security concerns.
Basic checks of heating settings and other accessible areas.
A dated, documented inspection report.
Photographs and notification of any concerns identified.
Support with arranging maintenance or repairs where required.
Having a local team checking your property means you have someone on the Island to flag concerns and help arrange the next steps when needed.
Winter property inspections from £45 + VAT per visit
Our winter property inspections start from £45 + VAT per visit on a scheduled plan.
Visits can be arranged weekly, fortnightly or monthly, depending on your property’s needs and the inspection frequency specified by your insurer.
Check your holiday home insurance policy
Before arranging your inspection schedule, review your holiday home insurance policy to confirm what checks, records and precautions are required while the property is unoccupied. If anything is unclear, speak to your insurer.
Our team can then discuss a suitable schedule and the checks you require.
Owners remain responsible for confirming their insurer’s requirements. Our inspections do not guarantee insurance compliance.
Let us look after your holiday home this winter
For winter property inspections on the Isle of Wight, contact Silver Arch Holiday Let Solutions.
Email owners@silverarchgroup.co.uk and our Property Management Team will be happy to discuss your holiday home and arrange a suitable inspection plan.
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