For households

Get ready, without the worry

You don't need a bunker or a stockpile. A few small steps make a real difference when the power goes off, the water stops or a storm hits.

Take the 2-minute readiness check

Five quick wins you can do today

Each takes a few minutes. Tick them off as you go (nothing is saved).

Write key phone numbers on paper and store them somewhere accessible.
Check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in line with manufacturer instructions.
Identify two household meeting points: one nearby and one outside the immediate area.
Locate torches, spare batteries and charged power banks.
Check official flood, weather and emergency alert information for your area.

How PrepareNow helps

Start

Check how ready you are and get your three next actions.

Plan

Record contacts, meeting points and who needs extra help.

Prepare

Build home supplies and a grab bag gradually, without big costs.

Practise

Small actions over 30 days, and a calm family conversation.

Review

A ten-minute check every three months and seasonal reminders.

Coming soon

The PrepareNow app: a family plan you can print, kit reminders and a 30-day challenge.

Prepare for a specific problem

Power cuts

Be ready for loss of lighting, heating controls, internet, some phone services and other electrical equipment.

Water supply problems

Be ready if your water supply is interrupted, low pressure or not safe to drink.

Winter

Reduce disruption from cold weather, storms, snow, ice and travel problems.

Pets

Plan for your animals as part of your household plan.

Free through your council or employer

Some councils, employers and utility companies make PrepareNow free for the people they serve. If you were given a PrepareNow pack or QR code, use it to get started.

See our guides and tools