Below are links to websites for your reference. Clicking on a link below will bring you to a site not operated or controlled by Cover Direct.
The Arboricultural Association website provides guidance and information on all aspects of trees. An Arboricultural consultant will give professional advice on the health and/or safety of a tree, relationships with proposed or existing buildings or any other tree issues requiring a report or survey.
The bureau of insurance services offers information and advice relating to subsidence insurance and the precautions you can take to minimise the risk of this distressing situation ever occurring - such as a guide to sensible planting distances for trees.
The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors offers helpful advice on finding a chartered surveyor in your area, buying and selling your property, and also excellent tips on identifying and rectifying common home defects.
Need a builder for repairs or improvements? The Federation of Master Builders website has a list of approved builders in your local area. You will also find advice on avoiding and dealing with emergencies such as burst pipes.
Master Locksmiths Association website helps you to locate a qualified locksmith in your local area. Simply enter your area and you will be presented with a comprehensive list of members of the Locksmiths Association. You will also find information on the best locks to fit for different types of doors and windows.
Home Office Crime Prevention website gives advice about how to protect your property against thieves if you are considering fitting an alarm system to your home.
Moving home? Recently moved into the area? Not sure if you should fit an alarm system? Visit Up My Street for up-to-date statistics on schools, local services and crime in your area.
Every year in the UK more than 4,000 people die in accidents in the home and nearly 3 million are treated in hospital for injuries. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents website provides fact sheets on every aspect of home safety, including safe use of appliances, and child safety.
Association of British Insurers website offers guidance on all aspects of insurance. It contains useful calculators to help you work out the amount of insurance cover that you need for either your buildings or your contents as well as explanations of the different types of insurance cover available.
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