Home insurance Guides

Our homes are our castles. It’s important to protect them – building and contents – against events that might put them at risk. Here, we’re collating guides on important aspects to consider when getting your property covered.

Japanese knotweed, dry rot and your home insurance

Japanese knotweed and dry rot can be major problems for homeowners in the UK. Even though they can cause significant damage to your property, they’re usually not covered ...

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Moving home checklist

You've found your dream home, exchanged contracts and sorted your mortgage or rent. All that's left to do is move in. That’s the easy part, isn’t it?

7 issues that can affect your home. Is my home insured?

Home insurance is a way to protect your property and its contents in case they're damaged or lost. But it can be hard to know what it will cover.

Home security tips: how to make your home more secure

Good home security can help keep your family and belongings safe. It may also help you save money on your home insurance, depending on the steps you take to protect your ...

How clearing your gutters impacts your home insurance

Keeping your gutters in good working order is part of home maintenance and reduces the risk of having a building claim declined on the basis of wear and tear. If you ...