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What does buildings insurance cover?

Depending on your policy, your buildings insurance will cover,

The structure of your home and walls, fences, hedges, gates, footpaths, etc.
Outbuildings such as garages and sheds.
All permanent fixtures and fittings such as kitchen units, fitted wardrobes and wallpaper.
All of the above will usually be covered against fire, storm and flood (except hedges, gates and fences), theft, vandalism, escape of water and subsidence.

Again, dependant on your exact policy terms, your buildings insurance may also cover,

Accidental Damage to underground pipes and cables e.g. pipes freezing.
Accidental damage to fixed glass and sanitary ware.
Cost of alternative accommodation for you, your family and pets during necessary repairs to your home following an insured event.
You may also be provided with a 24 hour emergency helpline.

Are there any additional options for my buildings insurance?

You may also have to option to add Accidental Damage to your buildings insurance. When added to your buildings insurance, this will cover accidental damage to your home. This could include putting your foot through the roof, spilling paint down the side of an external wall or damaging pipes or cables whilst hammering a nail into a wall.