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Contents Insurance

Contents Insurance

We understand at FAQ Insurance that taking out contents insurance is an optional insurance policy, however we believe it’s still necessary. In the greater scheme of things it’s a small price to pay when you consider how much you could loose in the event of a disaster.

Tempting fate is one game we don’t like to play, especially when you could possibly loose the contents of your home to theft, fire or storm damage. Contents insurance cover is needed, otherwise you could be faced with a clean up bill that you might not be able to afford. Worse than that you’ll be living in the home with little or no contents, whilst the repairs are being done.

This kind of scenario can be avoided as contents insurance can be affordable if you don’t opt for the most expensive insurance policy. When you take out inexpensive contents insurance your home is protected and your monthly budget is still on track.

Contents insurance usually covers all of your household items, that aren’t considered  part of the actual structure of the home. Items like electrical goods, the clothing you wear, the furniture, and bits and pieces you own, should all be covered under the one policy. Strangely enough it may include the contents of your fridge/freezer.

Tenants you also need to be aware it’s not your responsibility to insure the landlords furniture under your contents insurance policy. If the landlord chooses not to take out contents insurance the consequences are for them to deal with. Always make sure you have a copy of their building insurance policy in case something happens to the property. Read more »