Mobility Scooter Safety During Heatwaves
In this guide, we’ll cover some key safety tips when driving your mobility scooter during heatwaves or extreme temperatures – from sun safety to tips to keep you cool. It’s that time of year where warmer days are upon us – and the inevitable peak heatwave weather is due anytime. While UK heat waves are […]
Read MoreDoes Home Insurance Cover My Boiler?
It can be a nightmare dealing with a broken boiler – but is this kind of emergency covered by your home insurance as standard? This guide answers all your frequently asked questions. Your boiler is one of the most commonly used appliances in the home – and during the winter, one of the most essential […]
Read MoreParis Olympics 2024 & Accessibility Issues
The Paris Olympics officially kicked off at the end of last week, 26th July 2024, with France’s capital expecting to welcome around 15 million visitors to the Olympic games over the next two and a half weeks. Of those 15 million, 350,000 visitors are estimated to have disabilities, and the ability of Paris officials to […]
Read MoreSurewise Reaches 10,000 Reviews on Trustpilot!
This summer, we were delighted to reach the milestone of 10,000 reviews on Trustpilot, with an overall “Excellent” score of 4.9. As an added twist of fate, it happened within the same month Surewise turned 10 years old – marking a decade of providing excellent products and fantastic customer service to our customers. Customer feedback […]
Read MoreNews Release: Surewise Commits to Reducing Road Deaths and Injuries by Signing Essex Vision Zero Pledge
Surewise, a national mobility scooter insurance intermediary, has strengthened its commitment to reducing road deaths and injuries by signing the Essex Vision Zero pledge. The Vision Zero pledge – the first of its kind in the UK – was launched by the Safer Essex Roads Partnership in May 2023, giving individuals, schools, businesses, and organisations […]
Read MoreHow to Keep Your Self-Storage Unit Pest-Free
One of the worst discoveries to make in your self-storage unit is the presence of pests, whether that’s a mouse nest in your favourite t-shirt or creepy crawlies among your boxes! In this guide, we’ll be highlighting some simple tips to keep your unit pest-free for good. The presence of vermin, insects, and other creatures […]
Read MoreNews Release: Nottingham Trent University and Surewise Unite to Combat Rising Road Fatalities Among Mobility Scooter Users
Psychologists at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) have teamed up with Surewise, a leading mobility scooter insurance intermediary, to tackle the alarming increase in deaths and injuries among mobility scooter users on the UK’s roads. This collaboration comes in the wake of alarming statistics revealing that mobility scooter riders are over two and a half times […]
Read MoreSurewise Host Charity Golf Day in Aid of Blesma
Surewise recently hosted a Charity Golf Day in aid of one of our partners Blesma, The Limbless Veterans Charity, which was a huge success. The turnout was excellent, and we had the pleasure of being joined by several Blesma members, we felt very privileged to be in their company. We chose Blesma to become one […]
Read More10 Common Self-Storage Myths Debunked
In this guide, we’ve debunked ten common self-storage myths to help you feel more educated and informed about hiring a self-storage unit and finding a storage facility that meets your needs, whether short-term or long-term. Self-storage is a rapidly growing industry – earlier this year, we revealed that there are now more self-storage facilities in […]
Read MoreWhat To Do If Your Tenants Won’t Pay the Rent
When you buy to let, the benefits seem obvious: the rental income will pay off the mortgage, and after a given time frame you will receive a healthy supplement to your income from your additional property or properties. However, letting out a property can equally be a nightmarish experience which results in you losing money […]
Read MoreHow Long Do Mobility Scooter Batteries Last?
Many mobility scooter owners will be in the habit of sticking your scooter on charge either overnight or as soon as you return from an outing in your scooter, but it’s always useful to know how long your mobility scooter will actually last. Your mobility scooter likely gives you a great amount of independence for […]
Read MoreLong Term Storage: The Pros and Cons You Need to Know
Self-storage is a popular choice for people that need long-term storage, offering a convenient, cost-effective, and safe way to store belongings for longer periods of time. However, like many storage options, there are pros and cons to consider – here, we’ll explore the advantages and disadvantages of using self-storage for long-term storage, as well as […]
Read MoreCan You Take a Mobility Scooter on a Train?
The UK’s train network is a relatively easy way to get from A to B, especially if you don’t have a car or simply want to be a little more environmentally friendly or avoid delays on the motorways! Whether you’re using the train to commute to work everyday, or to travel longer distances on the […]
Read MoreSurewise Proudly Supports RoadPeace Challenge to Promote Road Safety and Honour Crash Victims
We are proud to announce our support for the RoadPeace Challenge 2024, a nationwide event designed to raise awareness about road safety and honour those affected by road crashes. The RoadPeace Challenge, which takes place from May 13-19, 2024, is one of the most significant events in the UK road safety calendar, bringing together emergency […]
Read MoreWatch Out! 10 Fire Hazards That Could Be In Your Storage Unit
In this article, we’ll be highlighting 10 potential fire hazards that you may not be aware could be in your storage unit. Keep your items safe by being aware of these items! Many people are unaware of just how much value their storage unit holds when adding up the replacement value of each item stored […]
Read MoreWhat Are The Leading Causes Of Mobility Scooter Crashes?
The most common causes for mobility scooter crashes are from squeezing the throttle instead of leasing it, uneven road surfaces, curb-related incidents, and sudden swerving maneuvers, research has found. After our launch of the Safer Mobility Campaign last week, we’ve prompted discussions among mobility scooter drivers and the wider community into what can be done […]
Read MoreA Nation of Hoarders? UK’s Self-Storage Facilities Surpass Major High Street Retailers
Is Britain turning into a nation of hoarders? As the number of self-storage facilities in the UK now officially outweighs the number of McDonald’s restaurants, Costa Coffee Stores, and even Greggs stores! To put that in perspective, as of 2024, the industry has an estimated 2,706 locations across the country – almost one in every […]
Read MoreExactly How Does Universal Credit Affect Tenants & Landlords?
Universal Credit has rolled out across the UK, but not everyone is happy, especially landlords. The intentions behind Universal Credit (UC) are good. It replaces six different benefits and simplifies payments. It should also encourage recipients to learn financial responsibility. Unfortunately, the process is proving problematic. One of the biggest problems is late payments. Many […]
Read MoreDash Cams for Mobility Scooters: Where To Get One?
If you use your mobility scooter on a frequent basis, it’s almost a certainty that you’ve encountered a near miss, or even an actual collision with another vehicle, pedestrian, or other obstacle at some point. A dash cam can be a vital piece of equipment to keep you safe in the event of a legal […]
Read MoreNews Release: Mobility Scooter Users More Than Two and a Half Times More Likely to Be Killed in a Road Crash
Mobility scooter riders are more than two and a half times more likely to be killed in a road crash compared to other road users, data has revealed. Department for Transport (DfT) road casualty statistics show that in 2022, nine mobility scooter users were killed and 270 were injured in collisions on the UK’s roads. […]
Read MoreAnnouncing The Launch Of Our “Safer Mobility” Campaign: Keeping Mobility Scooter Users Safe
Surewise is delighted to announce the official launch of our brand new Safer Mobility Campaign, pioneering the way to keep mobility scooter users safe when using the roads. As one of the leading providers of mobility scooter insurance in the UK, our team has experienced up close the devastating effect road incidents involving mobility scooter […]
Read MoreA Complete Mobility Scooter Safety Guide
Mobility scooters can change people’s lives, giving people with limited mobility a new lease of freedom and independence, as well as a host of other benefits. However, it’s essential that you understand how to use your scooter safely in order to stay safe and get the most out of it. Along with this post, we […]
Read MoreHelp! My Tenant Won’t Let Me Onto The Property
If you need to gain access to your rented property for any given reason, for example, to do a gas certificate or to show potential new tenants the property, but your tenant does not grant you permission to enter, you first need to get permission from the tenant and until given you are not legally […]
Read MoreUsing Self-Storage When Downsizing Your Home
One of the most common uses for self-storage is when moving home – and your own storage unit can come in particularly handy when downsizing to a smaller space. In this guide, we’ve covered the ways storage can help when downsizing, and some top tips to utilise your unit most efficiently. Recent housing data has […]
Read MoreHow Fast Can Mobility Scooters Go?
In this article, we look at how fast mobility scooters can go, the different speed limits depending on what type of mobility scooter you have, and how to stay safe on your scooter no matter what speed you’re travelling at. Mobility scooters are a lifeline for many, granting independence and enhancing quality of life. But […]
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