Home insurance news and articles
Youi’s home insurance articles that help you maintain your house as well as the valuable and loveable contents within your home.
Be prepared, not scared, and learn to look after your home in case of a flood, bushfire, or severe weather.
They say home is where the heart is, so we want to do all we can to help you protect the things dearest to you. Youi’s home insurance articles provide you with helpful home maintenance tips as well as effective ways to prepare your home for all that the Australian climate can throw at you.
Are Solar Panels Included in Home Insurance?
Key Takeaways
Solar panels are typically covered by home insurance however, requirements may change if you’re a homeowner, renter, landlord or part of a body corporate.
Renters Insurance in Australia: What Cover Do You Need When You’re Renting?
When you’re renting, home insurance that covers your belongings for events such as theft, fire and flood might be key. Discover contents insurance for renters.
What is Portable Contents Insurance?
Find out how portable contents insurance can safeguard your mobile phone, bike, electronic devices, jewellery and other valuables you carry outside of the home.
Do I Need Home Insurance if I Have Body Corporate Insurance?
Body corporate insurance covers buildings and common areas, but does it include your belongings? Find out why home insurance might be worth considering.
How to Baby Proof Your Home
While falls are a common cause of injury for kids, other accidents can happen too. This home safety checklist may help you to protect your children from harm.
Moving Out of a Rental Checklist for Australia
Navigate the end of your lease with ease. Use our moving out of a rental checklist for Australia to get organised, understand requirements and claim your bond.
Unveiling Australia’s Unofficial Neighbourhood Rules
Whether you choose to keep your distance from your neighbours or have them over for dinner every now and then, there's still the expectation of mutual respect – unspoken or otherwise.
7 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Severe Weather
Severe weather is becoming more frequent and extreme in Australia. Learn about how you can prepare your home ahead of and during storm season.
How to Prepare for a Storm Without Breaking the Bank
Discover cost-effective ways to prepare for a storm in Australia. From DIY fixes to free SES workshops, learn how to protect your home without overspending.
How to Create a Severe Weather Emergency Plan
Wherever you live, it’s important to be prepared for storms and floods. Learn when to execute your severe weather emergency plan and what to prep beforehand.
Weather Warnings in Australia – and What They Mean for You
To help you understand what severe weather warnings really mean for you, we explain some common confusions around Australian weather warnings.
How to Assess Your Home’s Flood Risk?
Find out what makes your home vulnerable to storms and flooding. Learn how to check your flood risk, finished floor level and practical ways to improve resilience.
Storm Preparation for City Dwellers
Living in the city doesn’t mean you aren’t at risk from storms, floods and more. Discover how you can prepare yourself and your homes for severe weather.
Building Resilience: Preparing Your Home for Stormy Weather
Australia’s changing climate is unleashing more extreme weather disasters and our building codes may not be enough. Learn how to prepare your home.
Taking Care of Your Car, Boat or Caravan Before Severe Weather Hits
Discover expert-backed advice on taking care of your car, boat or caravan after a severe weather warning is issued and strong winds, hail or a flood is coming.