To avoid potential damage to your home there are simple measures worth considering in the event of bad weather and storms. These include looking for broken or dislodged roof tiles or slates, unblock guttering, check for external wall cracks and unsecured objects lying in the vicinity of your home which may cause damage. If areas of the property require a second look or repair, consider contacting your home insurance company for advice and information on recommended local professional tradesman.

Should the UK suffer extreme freezing weather conditions there is an increased risk of burst pipes in your home. Secondary damage resulting from burst pipes can result in collapsed ceilings, damaged carpets and furniture. To minimise the risk consider turning off outdoor taps in the winter and insulate the taps with some material like bubble wrap or seek professional advice on insulating exposed pipes. For those home owners lucky enough to have central heating there are organizations such as British Gas who will service and maintain boilers for a fee.

There are several bodies where further information is available online, these include the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors who offer advice to households during winter, and the Association of British Insurers where information on topics such as flooding and subsidence can be found.