Storm preparation, recovery and insurance

When storm clouds roll in, being prepared can give you peace of mind. Whether you're up against lightning, wind, water, snow or ice — learn how to prepare beforehand, repair and recover afterward, and how insurance may help.

Learn how to stay ahead of the storm and find ways to help protect your family and your valuables.

Make a plan

• Keep Safe and Reduce Lightning Damage at Home
• What to Include in an Emergency 'Go Bag'
• Things to Have on Hand in Case of Emergency
• Building Your Car's Winter Emergency Kit
• Emergency Smarts: Disaster Planning for Your Pets
• First-Time Renters: 5 Emergency Preparedness Tips
• Disaster Preparedness Tips for Renters
• 9 Emergency Preparedness Hacks
• I Want to Make a Business Preparedness Plan. Now What?
• Tips for Identifying a 'Go-To' Storm Shelter in Your Home
• The Ultimate Emergency Car Kit: How to Equip Yourself for Most Any Calamity
• How to Shut off Utilities in an Emergency
• How to Fix Up a First Aid Kit

Protect your belongings

• Protect Your Belongings With a Home Inventory
• How to Help Safeguard Your Home Against Windstorms
• Back up Important Documents for Emergencies
• How to Waterproof Your Belongings

Every storm has the potential to do serious damage. But quality insurance can help protect you and give you peace of mind.

Insurance for Storm Damage

• Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Storm Damage?
• Is Ice Damage Covered By Homeowners Insurance?
• Does Homeowners Insurance Cover a Power Surge?
• Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Wind Damage?
• If a Tree Falls on My House, Does Homeowners Insurance Cover It?
• Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Damage To My Fence?
• Does Car Insurance Cover Water Damage?
• Does Car insurance Cover Tree Damage?

Wherever you are in the recovery process, the following resources can help you get back on your feet.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Allstate Good Hands Recovery Guide

Stay Connected

• How to Communicate With Loved Ones in a Disaster
• How to Help Children Cope with a Disaster

For Small Business Owners

• Can My Small Business Apply for a Disaster Loan?