Landlord insurance goes beyond standard home cover, addressing the specific risks that come with renting a property out — from building damage to loss of rental income.

Beyond standard home insurance, built around the specific risks of renting a property out.
Cover for the structure of your rental property against fire, storms, vandalism and other covered perils.
Safeguards furniture, appliances and other belongings provided for your tenants' use within the property.
Protection against legal costs if a tenant or visitor is injured on your property and you're held responsible.
If your property becomes uninhabitable due to covered damage, cover for lost rent while repairs take place.
Want cover for a specific risk, like malicious tenant damage? Our team will talk it through with you.
Get a Landlord Insurance QuoteA single buy-to-let, an HMO, and a block of flats all carry different risks. Find the cover built for yours.
Specialist cover for houses of multiple occupation, where several tenants share a single property.
Cover tailored to the risks of letting to student tenants, including higher-turnover tenancies.
Buildings cover for freeholders and management companies responsible for an entire block.
Cover designed for short-term lets and guest turnover, including Airbnb-style accommodation.
Legal cost protection for disputes with tenants, including eviction and possession proceedings.
Protects your rental income if a tenant stops paying, so cash flow isn't left exposed.
Crafted specifically to address the needs of landlords, so your property is protected against the risks that actually apply.
Every property and landlord is unique — our policies let you customise cover based on your property's needs.
Our insurance experts assist throughout the process, from selecting the right policy to helping with claims.
Protecting your investment doesn't have to break the bank — competitive rates without compromising on cover.
No — landlords aren't legally required to have specific insurance by law. But standard home insurance typically won't cover a rented-out property, and several types of cover (building, contents, liability, rent guarantee, legal expenses) are strongly recommended to protect what's usually a significant investment. Most landlords find the peace of mind is worth it long before anything actually goes wrong.
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In the UK, landlords are not legally required to have specific insurance by law, but several types are strongly recommended to protect their properties and mitigate risks: Landlord Building Insurance, Landlord Contents Insurance, Landlord Liability Insurance, Rent Guarantee Insurance, and Legal Expenses Insurance.
Costs can vary widely based on several factors: risk assessment, coverage options, claims history, property type, property rebuilding value, unoccupied periods, rental income and market conditions. It's worth shopping around and comparing quotes to find the most suitable and cost-effective policy for your specific property.
Yes, many landlord insurance policies offer coverage for loss of rent as an optional or included feature. This protects landlords from financial loss if their rental property becomes uninhabitable due to an insured event, such as fire, flood, or other structural damage.
Yes, we have policies that can cater for landlords with multiple properties, which can often result in discounted premiums from insurers for insuring more than one property.
Yes, we can find policies suitable for different tenant types, though there are often different premiums charged depending on tenant type.
Damp issues in a rental property are often considered a maintenance or structural issue rather than an insurable risk. Landlord insurance policies typically do not cover damage caused by damp or condensation.
We have a variety of payment options including credit/debit card, bank transfer and direct debit options. Your Insurance Specialist will discuss these with you.
Although it's not a requirement on most policies for buildings and contents, it's generally good practice to do references on your tenants for additional peace of mind. For legal expenses and rent guarantee policies, it's often a prerequisite to have satisfactory references before granting a tenancy agreement.
Some policies will require you to carry out regular inspections of your rented property. The frequency varies, and these inspections are requested by the insurer to make sure your property is being maintained and your tenants aren't carrying out illegal or unauthorised activities.
This covers employers against liabilities arising from employee injuries or illnesses sustained during work. Landlords who hire staff for property management or maintenance might need this insurance — it's a legal requirement if you employ anyone at your rental property.
Yes, most policies offer a reduced premium for taking an increased excess.
Landlords building insurance, also known as landlord property insurance, typically covers the structure of the property against a range of risks and perils such as fire, flood and escape of water.
A quote for your rental property usually takes one short call or a short online form.
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