Publié le 30/09/2025
Severe weather: take the right steps to limit damage
In France, nearly 300,000 home insurance claims per year are due to bad weather. Strong winds, heavy rain or storms can cause significant damage, especially when the home is not adequately prepared.
Before a spell of bad weather, it is recommended that you store any outdoor furniture that could be blown away by the wind. Maintaining the area around your home is also essential. Pruning trees helps to limit the risks associated with dead branches, which can fall and damage the roof or outdoor installations during gusts of wind.
In the event of heavy rain, it is important to ensure that pipes and drains are not blocked. In addition, during bad weather, it is advisable to close doors, windows and, above all, shutters. Finally, it is important to unplug electrical appliances.
These simple preventive measures can help limit the consequences of bad weather and better protect your home.
