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.
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.
10 Things Not to Do in a Storm, Flood or Cyclone
What you don’t do to stay safe in a severe weather event can count as much as the actions you do take. Read on to discover 10 wild weather mistakes to avoid.
5 Ways You and Your Neighbours Can Weather Severe Storms Together
Could your neighbours be one of your best assets during severe weather? From shared emergency plans to pooling resources, here are 5 ways to prepare together.
How to Safely Clean Up After a Flood, Storm or Cyclone
Learn how to safely clean up after a flood or cyclone. Expert tips on health risks, power, mould and insurance to protect yourself and your home.
After a Natural Disaster: 8 Steps to Help You Get Back to Normal Sooner
Discover eight expert-backed steps to help you get back to normal sooner after a natural disaster — guidance on safety, finances, resilience and mental health.
Flexi Hose Failures: How to Avoid This Common and Costly Home Disaster
If you’ve felt inspired to give the cupboard under your bathroom basin or kitchen sink a proper spring-clean recently – nice work!