Flood protection
No-one who has seen reports of flooding on the News can fail to be grateful if they
live in a risk-free area. But for those who are not so lucky, what should be done
– from an insurance perspective - if the worst happens, and your home is flooded?
Flood protection tips include:
- Contact your insurance company to let them know what has happened and ask for flood
advice
- Open the windows for ventilation but ensure that your valuables are safe
- Take photos to provide evidence in case of a claim
- Do not lift carpets as they may shrink
For flood protection tips including prevention and personal safety, see the flood
advice provided by the national fire service at www.fireservice.co.uk/safety/floods.php
Energy saving at home
How can you make your home ‘greener’ and save money in the process? Check out these
energy saving at home tips:
- Insulate your home and make sure doors and windows are sealed to prevent heat loss
- Turn your heating thermostat down by one degree
- Turn your computer, television and other appliances off when not using them
- Install water saving facilities wherever possible, including a rainwater butt for
use in the garden
- Use natural light where possible and use low-energy light bulbs
- Consider solar panels for heating and energy
- Avoid pesticides
- Recycle your products
- Use biodegradable products when you can
- Recycle where you can and use a compost bin
- Consider growing your own vegetables!
