Spring is here, our advice for finding the outdoors in all serenity

Spring is here, our advice for finding the outdoors in all serenity
Spring is here ! The days are getting longer, the temperatures are warming up, and the outdoor activities are back on track. Gardening, DIY, landscaping, games, ... This is the opportunity to take full advantage of its outdoor spaces. To do it with confidence, it is better to protect yourself against material and physical hassles. Here are a few tips.

Protect your equipment and installations
The arrival of sunny days awakens new desires: take out the garden furniture, install a terrace, or even do some gardening.
 
Furniture, terrace, swings, shelters, ... Your outdoor facilities are the charm of your garden, however they are not immune to damage or theft. Replacing and repairing them can be expensive, so it's a good idea to think about protecting them with your home insurance.
In order to make the choice of guarantees adapted to your goods, estimate their value by drawing up an inventory. Then, think about the risks to which they could be exposed (climatic events, thefts…).
By taking stock of your needs, you will be able to take out one or more adequate cover (s), generally offered as an option, depending on the home insurance contracts.
With La Banque Postale Home Insurance, protect your property outdoors thanks to suitable guarantees (1):
The external equipment and installations guarantee protects these goods (greenhouses, pergolas, garden equipment, etc.) in the event of a storm or fire, for example.
The leisure and sports equipment guarantee protects your bikes and all your sports equipment in the event of an accident or theft outside the home.
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Do you want to insure your home against the most common risks? Take out a La Banque Postale Home Insurance contract that fits your needs and your budget.
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Household and spring work… beware of accidents!
Cuts, falls, slips, electrocutions… problems can occur while gardening, when handling tools and connections, or even while cleaning. Every year, 20,000 people die in everyday accidents (2).
To practice your planning activities with complete peace of mind, consider doing the best possible prevention against accidents. It starts with a few simple gestures:
Make sure your ladder or stepladder is stable before you climb it;
Watch out for wet and slippery floors;
Respect the rules of protection and dosage if you use chemicals;
Wear a pair of gloves to protect yourself from thorns and pieces of glass;
Check that your tools are working properly and handle them with care.
 
And to enjoy the peace of mind of spring activities with your children, adopt the right reflexes. If you have an outdoor pool, consider securing it for your children by installing a pool alarm or protective barrier. If you have a barbecue, make sure it is positioned in a stable and secure location.

Because accidents are unpredictable and can have a lasting impact, it is possible to financially cover yourself for their consequences, by taking out suitable insurance, to protect you and your loved ones.
With La Banque Postale's Accident of Life Insurance, choose peace of mind (3):
A contract to protect you and your family from the financial and organizational consequences of an accident in everyday life thanks to extended benefits and useful services. Grandchildren are also covered when in the care of insured grandparents!