Whether you’re a seasoned homeowner, a first time buyer, an experienced landlord or a long-term tenant, our guides have the answers you need to the biggest questions around home insurance. From tips on getting the right cover, to advice on how to save, you’ll find it all here.
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Our top guides on how home insurance works
Will your home insurance cover neighbour damage?
You might be able to make a claim on your home insurance for damage to your home even when it‘s been caused by your neighbour.
Trace and access cover explained
Trace and access insurance covers the cost of finding the source of a leak. But how exactly does it work, and what are you actually covered for?
Working from home insurance
Your office equipment might already be covered by your home insurance. But what else should you be thinking about covering if you work from home?
What can invalidate home insurance?
Having a claim rejected could leave you out of pocket when you need your insurance the most. We take a look at common pitfalls to avoid.
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How to calculate the rebuild cost of your home
From using a rebuild cost calculator, to working out the square metres of your property, here's what you need to know about calculating your rebuild costs.
When was my house built?
You'll need to know the age of your house to get a home insurance quote. So what do you do if you don't? We walk you through the quickest ways to find out your home's age.
How much contents insurance do I need?
Calculating the value of your contents accurately is crucial. We look at some easy ways to ensure you ensure you take out the right amount of cover for your possessions.
How much home insurance cover do I need?
Having a good home insurance policy in place is key to protect your home and it's belongings. But how do you work out how much home insurance cover you need?
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Moving house checklist: What to do when you move into a new home
Reduce stress and plan ahead with our moving house checklist.
How to calculate your house's value
Thinking of selling your home? Then you'll want to know what it's worth. We look at quick and easy ways you can calculate the value of your home.
How to deal with poor workmanship
Improving your home should be an exciting time. Building an extension or converting a loft can completely transform a living space.
The ultimate student moving checklist
If you’ve got qualifications you needed, this is an exciting time. University awaits! But take a moment to think about what you’ll need to take with you. Our student moving checklist can help.
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Types of door locks
Getting the right type of door lock can be a quick way to save on your home insurance. But which types should you be looking at? Find out with our handy guide.
Types of patio door locks
Patio doors can be particularly vulnerable to break-ins, so fitting them out with the right type of lock is essential. We take a look at the best ones for bolstering your back door security.
Types of burglar alarms
Shoring up your security with a burglar alarm is a quick way to deter thieves. But which ones give you the best bang for your buck? We take a look.
What to do if you get burgled
Prepare for the worst with our quickfire guide on what to do if you get burgled. We look at who to call, what to do and what to avoid.
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Home emergency cover: what counts as a home emergency?
Here's how you can protect yourself against those sudden mishaps at home.
Watch insurance
High value item like expensive watches may not be covered by your contents insurance. So what do you do if you want to cover one? We take a look.
Accidental damage insurance
Fire, theft and flood damage is covered by contents insurance. But accidental damage isn't, unless you opt for it. We take a look at how accidental damage insurance works.
Legal protection cover explained
Taking a case to court can be expensive. Legal protection helps you cover the cost. But how does it work? And how do you get it? We take a look.
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Air BNB insurance explained
Airbnb can be a nice little side earner. But it comes with risks. We look at the cover you should think about if you're renting out a property online.
What are the different types of home insurance?
Home insurance is usually pretty straightforward, but we talk you through the different types that may be relevant to you.
What is contents insurance?
We look at contents insurance and why it's key to have it in place to protect your belongings.
Commercial property insurance
If you're a commercial landlord, having insurance in place can help you cover the cost of something going wrong. We look at what you needto think about before taking out cover.
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