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Home insurance guides

If you're looking for some help on your home insurance, we're here to help.

Claims & incidents

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Storm damage insuranceHas your home been damaged by extreme weather? Read our home insurance guide to find out h ..
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What to do after a house burglary Read our step-by-step guide to find out what to do following a house burglary, including h ..
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What is a loss adjuster?Find out what loss adjusters are, what they do and how they may impact a home insurance claim.
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Claims and Underwriting ExchangeRead our guide to learn what the Claims and Underwriting Exchange (CUE) is and how previou ..
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Subsidence insuranceSubsidence is the caving in or sinking of an area of land. Read our guide to learn what to ..
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Home insurance claimsFind out how to make a claim on your home insurance and the things you need to have to han ..

Maintenance & security

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Different types of patio door locks Not sure what type of door lock you have? Read on to find out all you need to know about p ..
Approved door locks for home insurance
Approved door locks for home insuranceIn this guide we tell you about all of the approved locks and how this added piece of secu ..
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What to do if you suspect there’s asbestos in your homeRead our guide to learn what asbestos is, why some homes may contain asbestos and what to ..
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Garden securityDiscover 10 ways you can keep your garden secure to help protect you and your belongings.
Home security
Top 10 home security tipsRead our top 10 home security tips for securing your home, and making sure your home insur ..
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Garage and shed insuranceProtect your shed or garage and its contents with the right insurance. Learn what's covere ..

Policy types & cover

50+ home insurance statistics
Home Insurance Statistics | UswitchDiscover the latest insights on UK home insurance, with Uswitch projecting the market to r ..
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Non-standard home insuranceNon-standard home insurance can help protect a property against a range of circumstances t ..
Unoccupied home
Insurance for unoccupied properties and buildingsGet tailored insurance for unoccupied, short‑term or empty UK homes. Protect your prpoerty today.
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Airbnb insurance for hosts Considering renting out your property as an Airbnb? Read our guide to learn what home insu ..
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High-value contents insuranceA standard home insurance policy may not cover valuable or expensive items. Find out how t ..
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Contents insurance for rentersCompare contents insurance for those renting a home. Read our guide to find out how you ca ..

Items & valuables

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Collectors insuranceDo you need collectors insurance? Read our guide to find out how to ensure your collectibl ..
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Are Christmas presents covered by home insurance?As fire and burglary claims increase in December, we reveal whether your Christmas present ..
Do I need pet insurance?
Home insurance - Do I need pet insurance?Pet insurance can give you peace of mind and protection for your pet against unexpected ve ..
Insuring your bike on your home insurance
Insuring your bike on your home insuranceDo you need bicycle insurance? Find out how to insure your bicycle on your home contents insurance.
Home smart technology
Insuring your home with smart technologySmart home gadgets are gaining popularity — from home assistants such as Google Home and A ..