Home insurance

Be clear on what's included with your home insurance by reading our sample policy documents.

These are sample documents. The policy wording that applies to you will be available to view when you get a home insurance quote and then saved in your online account when you purchase a policy.

Tips and guides

heavy rain hitting house roof during storm

Home safety

How to protect your home from storm damage

Learn how to protect your home from storm damage with our tips, including storm warnings and post-storm actions.

Read more about safeguarding your home from storms, understanding insurance cover, and post-storm actions Reading time 6 mins
Chrome tap with water dripping from it

Home maintenance

How to fix a dripping tap

Learn how to fix a dripping tap and protect your home from water damage with our easy-to-follow guide.

Read more about how to fix a dripping tap and keep your home safe from water damage Reading time 4 mins
Men working on a garden shed structure in a garden

Home maintenance

Is your outbuilding protected this winter?

Outbuildings are becoming increasingly common in the UK. Discover how to keep them in great shape through upgrades, maintenance, and the right insurance cover.

Read more about the increasing popularity of outbuildings and how to protect them Reading time 5 mins
Janitor cleaning a roof gutter

Home insurance policies

What is wear and tear?

‘Wear and tear’ is usually used to describe damage that happens naturally over time, rather than unexpected damage. Find out more about what is covered in your policy.

Read more about what is and isn’t covered in your home policy documents Reading time 3 mins
Man and woman with estate agent outside home

Home buying and selling

How to sell a house

Discover the 14 essential steps to successfully sell your home, from budgeting and property valuation to accepting offers and completing the sale. Get prepared with AXA's comprehensive guide.

Read more about how to prepare for a stress-free home selling journey with our 14-step guide, covering everything from budgeting to accepting offers Reading time 6 mins

Inspiration and lifestyle

The dos and don'ts of mood board design

Uncover the secrets behind creating a captivating mood board with top tips from professional designers Rebecca Jones and Lynne Lambourne.

Read more about how to create a mood board to bring your home redesign vision to life Reading time 6 mins
Man on ladder cleans gutter on a house roof

Home maintenance

How to health-check your roof

Learn how to keep your roof leak-free and protected year-round, from checking for wear to DIY repairs.

Read more about how to help keep leaks at bay and catch roof issues early Reading time 4 mins
happy couple painting on wall in their new home

Home maintenance

Home improvements: what your insurer needs to know

Discover what you need to know about home improvements and insurance cover, from DIY dos and don'ts to what work you need to tell your insurer about.

Read more about the impact of home improvements on your insurance and essential policy considerations Reading time 4 mins
Hands of roofer laying tile on the roof

Home safety

How to protect your home from high winds

Learn how to protect your home from high winds with tips on roof maintenance, garden preparation, and emergency kits.

Read more about how to protect your home before, during and after high winds hit Reading time 3 mins
Young boy wearing wellies and an anorak as he stands near flood puddles

Home safety

How to fortify your home against flood damage

Learn how to prepare for and protect your home from high winds and floods, including resistance and resilience measures.

Read more about protecting your home from floods, understanding flood warning codes, and taking preventative measures. Reading time 7 mins
Flooded covering cars and ground floor of a building in a residential street in york

Home safety

Flooding advice

Learn how to stay safe, prepare for, and protect your property during and after a flood, and how to make a claim.

Read more protecting your property during and after a flood Reading time 4 mins

Home insurance policies

Festive FAQ-buster: AXA Home Insurance

Discover how AXA Home Insurance covers Christmas presents, food, fire damage, and more during the festive season.

Read more about how AXA Home Insurance covers your for Christmas presents, festive food and fire damage Reading time 7 mins