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What is Home Insurance? Home or house insurance is an insurance policy that generally combines a variety of policies covering contents, buildings and liability. Some people are very safety conscious and will insure their property against every eventuality and catastrophe whereas others are content to take out a basic cover that will only recompense them for certain events. Whatever your attitude to risk there is an absolute necessity to insure your property and possessions in some form or other.

This covers the fabric of the building itself i.e. the walls, roof, windows etc against damage from such events as fire, storm damage and other accidents. Generally claims are not paid due to flooding, earthquakes, acts of god, war or terrorism however special insurance can be purchased for these possibilities. Policies can be on a 'full repair' or 'lump sum' basis.

This covers the contents of the home and generally the insurers personal possessions as well and protects them against loss. Most insurers will charge less if it is less likely the home will be damaged or destroyed. For example if the house is is equipped with security features such as burglar alarms or fire sprinklers and fire alarms.

This is the third element of a home insurance policy and covers the insurer against liability for accidents that may occur in or around the home. In an age of ever increasing litigation it is important to check that your liability policy is sufficient to cover you for any eventuality such as a passer by being struck by a roof tile or a car being damaged by a falling branch

The cost of homeowners insurance scales upwards depending on the replacement cost of the house. Any additional high value items to be insured will also increase the cost. The policy itself is a lengthy contract and names what will and what will not be paid in the case of various events. The truth is that you get what you pay for and although basic cover may only be a few hundred pounds per annum any additional caveats can soon jack premiums up to four figures. Unless your requirements are very simple it may well be worthwhile using the services of a broker - the premium saving will probably more than pay the costs of their fees.