With the costs of clearing up after the recent flooding in the UK expected to be up to £40,000 per household and the recent heavy winds that affected those in the North West, Vernon Building Society is urging homeowners and tenants to check their home insurance to ensure that they are protected against extreme weather.
Head of Sales and Marketing at the Vernon, Ian Keeling said:
“It’s important that people check what they are actually covered for before they need to claim, particularly for something as unpredictable as the weather. Checking that storm damage is actually covered within a policy is a good start, as is ensuring that if you are flooded and need alternative accommodation that this is provided.”
The rising use of comparison sites and internet searches can mean that people looking for insurance make a decision based on price alone without considering the level of cover and their insurance needs. If purchasing a policy through a comparison site, householders should always read the policy carefully before purchase to ensure that it meets their requirements.