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

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Home maintenance

The pros and cons of moving house or renovating

Discover the pros and cons of moving house versus renovating your current home to help you make the best decision.

Read more about the pros and cons of moving house versus renovating your current home. Reading time 4 mins
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Home buying and selling

How to add value to your home

Discover how to add value to your home with renovations, conversions, and improvements, and understand what impact they may have on your home insurance.

Read more about adding value to your home through renovations, conversions, and improvements Reading time 9 mins
Flooded living room

Home insurance policies

Flood Re

All you need to know about Flood Re, why it's important, who's eligible for it and what you can do if you live in a flood risk area.

Read more about Flood Re, eligibility, and protective measures to avoid flood damage Reading time 3 mins
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Heating and energy

How can I make my home more environmentally sustainable?

From simple fixes, to 'green' investments, find out everything you need to know about making your home more environmentally friendly.

Read more about how to make sustainable changes to your home Reading time 5 mins
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Home buying and selling

The Help to Buy scheme explained

Discover how the Government’s Help to Buy scheme can make owning your own home a reality, as we explain the options, eligibility criteria, and how AXA Home Insurance can protect your new investment.

Read more about the Help to Buy scheme, including home ownership options and eligibility criteria Reading time 6 mins
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Heating and energy

Are solar panels right for me?

As prices drop and the sun shines on discover the potential of solar panels and learn about installation, maintenance, and the long-term benefits of harnessing solar power for your home.

Read more about the potential of solar panels, their installation, maintenance, and long-term benefits for your home. Reading time 6 mins
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Home maintenance

How to avoid accidental damage during the holidays

Discover quick tips to protect your home during the holidays, from updating your home contents cover to choosing children's toys carefully.

Read more about how to protect your home during the holidays Reading time 3 mins
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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
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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

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
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Home safety

Keeping your home safe at Christmas

Learn how to keep your home safe during the festive season with tips on taking care when using social media, decorations, and kitchen safety.

Read more about keeping your home safe during the festive season with tips on decorations and kitchen safety Reading time 3 mins
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Heating and energy

Six simple ways to save water

From taking short showers to washing full loads of clothes, learn how to conserve water in your home and reduce your water bills with our top six water saving ideas.

Read more about how making small changes to conserve water can help reduce your bills Reading time 4 mins