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By Saffron Insurance on
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.
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By Tim Murphy on
The long winter nights provide burglars with the ideal cover to break into sheds and garages. In fact, nearly one-fifth of all theft claims are submitted during January and February—making winter a burglar’s favourite time of year. The most common items stolen from buildings during these night-time break-ins are bicycles, mobile phones and power tools. To protect your home and valuables from burglars this winter, rely on the following seven pieces of guidance:
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By Paul Walker on
Before the ice, snow and cold of winter arrives, be sure to take the time to prepare yourself for the season’s hazardous driving conditions. One of the simplest ways to do this is to check the weather forecast before getting behind the wheel.
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By Paul Walker on
Each week, there are an estimated 150 drivers who are seriously injured or killed in motor vehicle accidents, according to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents. And, with inclement winter weather making driving conditions more hazardous, that number could worsen. Therefore, be sure to follow these pieces of advice whenever you drive this winter.
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