With hail season approaching we've put together a few tips on how to lower the risks associated with property or personal injuries during these extreme weather events.
How to protect your vehicle:
- If possible, use a GPS or Google Maps to search for covered parking facilities nearby (such as a shopping mall)
- Pull over at a safe location, take the floor mats from the car and place them on the roof, bonnet and boot lid, ideally securing them with a heavy weight
- Cover your car with thick fleecy blankets
- Think of investing in a low-cost vehicle carport
- Ensure that your car is insured for the correct value and that you policy will cover hail damage
How to protect your house:
- Clear gutters of debris frequently to ensure less chance of overflow that could lead to water push backs and potential internal water damage
- Inspect the roof regularly and be vigilant about maintaining it
- Keep trees and shrubs trimmed to prevent branch or debris damage to a home
- Secure outdoor furniture or move it under cover
- Ensure that your home and household contents are insured for the correct replacement value