26 Nov 2019
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
A recent report has found that 42% of home insurance claims relating to burglary are made between October and January meaning now is the time to make sure your home is fully secure. The combination of darker evenings and busy winter schedules means that burglars will be on the lookout for potential opportunities...
Read more → 15 Oct 2019
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
Of all the seasons, winter can be the most taxing for your car. Not only can weather conditions change unexpectedly, but the chill in the air can have a significant impact on your car. While we’re all hoping to avoid a repeat of Storm Emma, some combination of snow, frost or ice is to be expected meaning...
Read more → 18 Sep 2019
Posted by Chris Jones 
As an airline passenger, you are covered by EU law if your flight is cancelled or delayed, or if you are not permitted to board the plane after you’ve checked in. You may be entitled to re-routing, refunds and, in some cases, compensation. This is provided for by EU Regulation 261/2004, which applies...
Read more → 19 Jul 2019
Posted by Esther O'Moore Donohoe 
By Esther O'Moore Donohoe and Lauren Beehan Why are roads greasier after a dry spell? Are roads more slippery when it rains after a dry spell? It’s not something we come across as much in Ireland - if sunny weather is a distant cousin from America who visits every ten years, rain is our neighbour...
Read more → 13 May 2019
Posted by Esther O'Moore Donohoe 
We’ve put together some tips for home safety this summer if you’re heading away: No news is good news - don't advertise your address! Don’t be the #blessed person who posts pictures throughout their holiday with captions like: ‘Loving our time away from our home (123 Wallywood Avenue, Dublin...
Read more → 03 May 2019
Posted by AA Roadwatch 
Over the coming months, many of us will be taking trips across Ireland and potentially even further afield in our car. Before your mind wanders to scenic trips along the west coast, it's important to ensure your car is ready and prepared for the longer journeys the summer months may ask of it. Now is a great...
Read more → 20 Feb 2019
Posted by AA Staff 
The process of purchasing your first home can be an incredibly daunting task. From the jitter of nerves and excitement the moment you find your dream house up until the ‘sale agreed’ sign is placed outside, the journey to becoming a home owner is often a long challenging process. Not to mention that...
Read more → 18 Feb 2019
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
As a homeowner protecting your home and family will be one of your top priorities meaning that having an adequete level of home insurance in place is vital. To help you ensure you have the right level of cover in place, while also sticking to your budget, we've put together a short list of 5 important...
Read more → 16 Feb 2019
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
Make sure all external doors and windows are fitted with secure, key-operated locks Keep your home insurance policy up to date Have any defective or faulty locks replaced immediately Keep your keys out of sight and avoid keeping them near the door or near the letterbox where they could be easily...
Read more → 05 Feb 2019
Posted by Chris Jones 
Bike security means more than just locking it up in public. Since 2016, more than 14,000 bikes have been stolen in Ireland, worth an estimated €2m. And while most have been stolen on public streets, you may be surprised to learn that almost a third have been stolen from their owners’ homes. So what...
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5 Tips to Keep Your Home Safe From Burglary This Winter
AA’s Top Tips To Get Your Car Winter Ready
What are my rights when my flight goes wrong?
Why are roads greasier when it rains after a dry spell?
Summer home security
