Tips to Prepare Your Property and Yourself This Storm Season

Queenslanders aren’t strangers to natural disasters, but it always pays to be prepared, so here are some tips to prepare your property and yourself this storm season.

As the weather heats up, the likelihood of extreme storms increases. So, if you’re not sure if you’re covered for these kinds of unexpected events, now is also a good time to check your insurance policy is up-to-date and adequate.

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Preparing for Storm Season

Don’t get caught out this storm season without an insurance policy that will cover yourself and your assets. Below are 5 other simple tips to ensure you are ready for the unexpected.

1. Have an Emergency Kit Ready

Severe storms can develop quickly and at times without little warning, so having some necessities together in a location which is easy to access can make a huge difference.

It’s also a good idea to keep the emergency kit in a waterproof location to prevent damage to its contents.

Here are some items which are useful to keep inside your emergency kit.

A first aid kid
Essential medication
Important documents, including passports and birth certificates
Cash and cards, including identification items
Torch
Bottled water
Radio
Batteries for torch and radio if needed

2. Secure Loose Items on Your Property

Items such as outdoor furniture and trampolines can become missiles in extreme weather events and cause damage to properties or even injury to anyone nearby. If a storm is approaching, make sure these items are secure and pack away any other smaller things such as toys.

3. Clean Gutters and Overhanging Branches Which May be Near Your Home

To ensure water can drain quickly, it’s important to have your home’s gutters and downpipes cleaned ahead of the wetter months.

Overhanging branches can also cause blockages or break off in the event of wild weather, potentially causing damage to your home.

4. Check if Your Roof is Damaged or Corroded

It’s a good idea to check your roof for damage frequently so you know it is in the best condition when extreme weather strikes.

5. Check Your Insurance Coverage

You don’t want any added stress if you encounter extreme weather such as wondering if you will be covered for damages. Now is a good time to see what your policy covers so you’re better prepared in the event of unexpected weather.

Make sure your insurance cover is current and protects you against all kinds of weather events including fire, floods and storms.