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Insurance Types FAQs

Read our most frequently asked questions listed below. To narrow down your search try selecting a specific category or if you cannot find the answer you are looking for please do not hesitate to contact us.

How long is a quote valid for?

30 days.

Is rising damp covered?

Rising damp is not covered under any insurance policy.

What insurance would I need if I am a leaseholder?

Your lease agreement might dictate that you are responsible for insuring the buildings, in which case we can provide you with a landlord insurance quote. Alternatively, you will at least want to insure your landlord contents, fixtures and fittings. Although we can't currently quote online for this we have a number of insurers that offer policies to meet your needs so click "get a call back" or call us on 01788 818670 for a quote.

Can I buy landlord building insurance if I live in the property myself?

Some insurers will allow you to have a landlord’s building insurance policy if you’re initially living there, on the basis that you will move out and your tenant will move in within 8 weeks. If you intend on staying in the property with tenants there too, you will need a household building insurance policy rather than a landlord building insurance policy.

Are my personal belongings covered under buy-to-let insurance?

Unfortunately, your own personal belongings won't be covered on this policy and you will need to take out a household policy to cover your contents.

Do you offer contents only policies?

We do offer landlords contents only policies over the telephone. Just click "Get A Callback" above or call us on 01788 818 670.

Is it my responsibility to insure the contents?

Tenants should have their own contents insurance for items they keep in the property. However, if your property is furnished, it's your responsibility to have landlord contents insurance for the items you own, as well as any fixtures and fittings.

What does landlord insurance cover me for?

The standard perils landlord insurance covers you for are the same as standard home insurance. This includes things like fire, storm or floods, escape of water, subsidence etc. The difference is the policy will also include things like, loss of rent in the event that the property becomes uninhabitable due to an insured peril and liability cover in case of the tenants having an accident.

What is Buildings Insurance?

Buildings insurance is protection for the structure of your property, including fixtures and fittings, against unexpected and unavoidable events that may cause damage.

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