Information for homeowners
Prevent damage from falling furniture
Protect your home and your whānau by securing large items and keeping smaller valuables safe.
Foundations
Every home sits on some type of foundation that should connect it to the site and help the home stay in place in a disaster.
Roofs and walls
A roof that is lightweight and well secured is likely to be more resilient in an earthquake or extreme wind.
Quick and easy safety steps
Take steps today to protect your valuables and save yourself the hassle of cleaning up a big mess.
Nurseries and children's rooms
Is your baby's room really safe and sound?
Hazardous chimneys
Find out if your chimney is at risk, and your options for making it safer.
Slopes and retaining walls
Know the risk your slopes may pose in an earthquake or heavy rain, and check the condition of any retaining walls.
Secure heavy water tanks
Check your hot water cylinder or header tank is secure – and take action to add proper restraints it if it's not.