What Home Insurance Policies Typically Cover

Cover Type What It Covers What to Consider
Buildings Insurance The structure of your home, including walls, roof, windows and fitted kitchens/bathrooms, against damage from events like fire, flood, storm or subsidence. Usually required by mortgage lenders. Doesn't cover your belongings inside the property.
Contents Insurance Your belongings inside the home, including furniture, electronics, clothing and personal items. Covered against theft, fire or accidental damage. Buildings and contents cover can often be bought separately or combined.
Buildings & Contents Combined Buildings and contents cover bundled into a single policy. Often better value than buying each separately, and simplifies claims if both the property and belongings are affected by the same event.

Remember to carefully check policy details, including cover limits, excess and any exclusions, before agreeing to a deal.

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