As summer approaches, insurance groups are warning New South Wales residents to brace for a season of intense storms. In October 2025, insurers urged households, particularly across eastern and inland regions, to prepare for severe thunderstorms expected to continue well into the warmer months.
These storms bring more than just heavy rain. They’re often accompanied by damaging winds, large hail, and flash flooding, a combination that can cause significant loss in just minutes. For many homeowners, it’s not the storm itself that’s most stressful, but the aftermath: assessing damage, filing insurance claims, and realising that many belongings were never properly documented or insured in the first place.
Why Preparation Matters ?
According to recent insurer data, extreme weather is now one of the biggest drivers of home insurance claims in Australia. Yet, a large portion of households remain underinsured or unaware of what their policies actually cover.
Preparing for storm season isn’t just about clearing gutters or trimming trees; it’s also about understanding the value of what’s inside your home. From furniture and electronics to jewellery and important documents, knowing what you own (and being able to prove it) can make the difference between a smooth claim and a stressful one.
Steps to Prepare Before the Next Storm:
- Create a digital home inventory. Record every room, valuable, and serial number.
- Review your insurance policy. Check coverage limits and exclusions for storm, flood, and wind damage.
- Store key documents safely. Back up receipts, warranties, and photos in a secure digital vault.
- Plan for power outages. Keep emergency supplies, torches, batteries, chargers, and first-aid kits ready to go.
How myVal Can Help ?
When disaster strikes, clarity and evidence are everything.
The myVal app makes storm preparedness simple by letting you:
- Snap a photo of each item; our AI instantly recognises and stores key details.
- Policy Health Check allows you to check and receive insights about coverage gaps.
- Generate insurer-ready claim documents in minutes if damage occurs.
So, while no one can control the weather, you can control how well you’re prepared for it.
Before the next thunderstorm hits, take a few minutes to protect what matters most: your home, your belongings, and your peace of mind.
Download myVal today and turn your home inventory into an insurance advantage.
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