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August 7, 2025

Many people assume their home insurance covers items in self-storage, but that’s rarely the case. This blog from Self Storage Insurance Australia (SSIA) explains why self storage insurance is just as important as home insurance, especially when stored belongings are vulnerable to theft, fire, floods, pests, or accidental damage. It highlights the key gaps in standard home insurance, the risks storage facilities don't cover, and how SSIA provides affordable, flexible protection for individuals, businesses, and facility operators. With fast digital claims and custom coverage options, SSIA ensures your valuables stay protected even when they’re out of sight.

July 14, 2025

This blog offers practical guidance for families navigating a move, highlighting the often-overlooked risks of storing belongings. It outlines a 7-step checklist to ensure safe, stress-free storage—covering everything from inventory tracking and choosing the right facility to understanding insurance coverage gaps. The article emphasizes how traditional home insurance typically doesn’t cover stored items and positions SSIA as the fast, transparent solution for transitional protection. With just a 60-second quote process and modular coverage options, SSIA helps movers protect what matters most during life’s big changes.

July 1, 2025

Moving homes? Discover why flood protection is essential when storing your belongings. Learn how SSIA’s specialized insurance shields your valuables from Australia’s unpredictable wet weather.

July 1, 2025

Storing your belongings during a move, renovation, or transition? Think twice before assuming your home contents insurance covers them. Most standard policies offer limited or no protection once items leave your home—especially when placed in storage units. In this article, we unpack the gaps in traditional insurance and why purpose-built storage insurance is a smarter, safer option.