Landlord insurance

Protect your property. Protect your tenants. Protect your investment.

Are you a landlord who rents out residential properties? Or perhaps you rent out offices, shops or properties for commercial use. Whatever the size of your portfolio, we can help you protect your property and your rental income – plus lots more.

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Who needs landlord insurance?

Many people assume that home insurance policies provide adequate protection for landlords, but this isn’t always the case. Being a landlord involves a lot of responsibility and you’ll often need cover that’s not included in a standard homeowner’s policy. We’ve put together The ultimate checklist for new landlords.

Imagine how you’d feel if your property got damaged and your tenants had to move out. You’d lose rental income but you’d still be liable to pay the mortgage, if you have one. This is why some mortgage companies insist that you have a dedicated landlord insurance policy in place.

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Choose the right cover

Types of landlord insurance cover

Types of cover

What's covered

Types of cover

Buildings

What's covered

If your property is damaged and has to be repaired or rebuilt due to an insured event, such as vandalism or storms.

Types of cover

Landlord's content

What's covered

Household items that you have provided for your tenants, such as soft furnishings or appliances, if they are damaged or destroyed by an insured event.

Types of cover

Property owner’s liability

What's covered

You’re protected if a person is injured or if there’s damage to their property as a result of your negligence.

Types of cover

Loss of rent

What's covered

Your cash flow is protected if, after an insured event such as flood or fire, your tenants stop paying rent or have to move out. If your tenants do have to move out, the costs of arranging alternative accommodation on their behalf is also covered.

Types of cover

Accidental damage

What's covered

Accidental damage to the building and its fixtures and fittings. For example, if you or your tenants accidentally smash a window or drop something and crack a sink.

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Subsidence, landslip and heave

What's covered

Damage to your property as a result of a movement in the ground supporting your property.

Types of cover

Employer’s liability

What's covered

You’re protected if an employee is injured or dies as a result of your negligence.

Types of cover

Legal expenses

What's covered

Your legal expenses in proceedings, such as contract disputes, debt recovery and evicting squatters.

Why do landlords claim?

What are the issues facing landlords?

Why do landlords claim?

Is home insurance enough if you are a landlord?

What’s the difference between landlord and home insurance?

Landlord insurance guide

10 ways to be a great landlord

See our top tips to help you be a great landlord.

10 ways to be a great landlord

How to avoid problem tenants

See our tips on finding the right tenants.

How to avoid problem tenants

The five step guide to tenant referencing

Help with finding the right tenant.

Tenant referencing guide

The complete guide to landlord responsibilities

All you need to know before you take on your first tenant.

Landlord responsibilities

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Please check you have all the cover you need by reading the policy documentation carefully (this will be provided during the quote process).

Need specialist advice?

If you are unsure or the cover you need, or have more than 5 properties or complex requirements, call on:

0345 241 3410

Lines are open Monday to Friday 9am-6pm.

Insurance covers are subject to the individual terms, conditions and exclusions of the insurer providing them. Always review the policy documentation supplied during the quote process to ensure you have the cover you need.

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