But, Martin Lewis has shared some tips to help you find “the off switch” if you need to stop your water. Martin Lewis explained on the website: “A stopcock is your mains water tap (the off switch).

Knowing and locating a certain switch could help save you from costly damage this winter and avoid a whopping £9,000 bill.

Martin Lewis has warned Brits to find their stopcocks in their homes to avoid a £9,000 bill this winter if the pipes freeze.

Martin Lewis explained on the website: “A stopcock is your mains water tap (the off switch). Everyone should know where theirs is, especially at this time of year when pipes can burst due to frost.

BBC Sounds and ITV star spoke out as the weather continues to turn, with a deterioration in conditions and downturn in the ...

“Check them after any winter storms to keep them clear of debris.” Find your stopcock Knowing where your stopcock is in the home is vital, in case you need to shut off your water, says Goodman.

A water leak has forced an emergency road closure in Nailsworth. A repair to a leaking stopcock is currently underway outside ...