Protect Your Home from Winter Floods

By Saffron Insurance on 13 December 2016

During the 2015/16 winter, almost 17,000 homes and businesses flooded, and December 2015 was the wettest month in England on record, according to the Met Office. The average cost of a domestic flood is £50,000, further illustrating the importance of preparing your home for the threat of winter floods.

Tips for Saving Energy This Winter

By Lauren Margetts-Bullock on 01 February 2016

January’s cold snap seemed to creep up on most of the country after our warm December kept thermostats low. To keep yourself comfortable as temperatures plunge without breaking the bank this winter, follow these eight energy-saving tips:

7 Tips for Lowering Home Insurance Costs

By Paul Walker on 04 December 2015

As we head toward 2016, it may be beneficial to review your home insurance costs in order to identify any areas where you may be able to save money. To help ensure your policy is cost effective and appropriate, consider doing the following:

Home Maintenance - A Simple Investment

By Lauren Margetts-Bullock on 11 September 2015

While it may seem like a costly indulgence, property experts recommend that homeowners should be spending 1 per cent of their home’s value on improvements annually. According to the Land Registry, the average price of a house in the United Kingdom is about £180,000, meaning you should be spending about £1,800 per year on home maintenance.