Combined home

Combined buildings and contents insurance
Protect your home up to £3,000,000
Protect your contents and valuables up to £500,000
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HOME AND CONTENTS

Worldwide, all risk cover

Your home and its contents insured with all risk cover

VALUABLES

Enhanced protection

All your valuables covered worldwide on one policy.

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What’s covered?

Policy documents

Only a summary of the policy's coverage is presented on this page. 
Read these documents to fully understand what is and isn't covered

Rivr Home Insurance Policy Wording
Rivr Home Insurance IPID
Policy overview

Your homes buildings

We cover the physical structure of your home, any outbuildings, decorative finishes or permanent fittings in your home.

Your homes contents

All your home's contents. It is a long list but most things are covered as standard.

Worldwide cover

All your personal possessions and valuables are protected worldwide if they're lost, stolen or damaged.

Valuables

Jewellery, watches, fine art and antiques covered worldwide for theft, loss or damage. Only individually specify items over £25,000.

Home improvements

Any additions, alterations or improvements are covered up to 25% of your buildings cover.

Accidental damage

We will pay for any damage caused accidentally.

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Your homes buildings

We cover the physical structure of your home, any outbuildings, decorative finishes or permanent fittings in your home.

Your homes contents

All your home's contents. It is a long list but most things are covered as standard.

Worldwide cover

All your personal possessions and valuables are protected worldwide if they're lost, stolen or damaged.

Valuables

Jewellery, watches, fine art and antiques covered worldwide for theft, loss or damage. Only individually specify items over £25,000.

Home improvements

Any additions, alterations or improvements are covered up to 25% of your buildings cover.

Accidental damage

We will pay for any damage caused accidentally.

Building works

If you are carrying out building works on your home, we will cover you up to £75,000, but let us know if it's going to cost more than this.

New purchases

Automatic cover extends for 60 days for any new purchases up to 25% of your contents sum insured as longh us you let us know in that time period.

Emergency access

We will pay for damage due to forced entry during a medical emergency or to prevent damage to your home.

Bike and sports equipment

Worldwide cover for all bicycles and any sports equipment as standard.

Lock replacement

We will pay for costs to replace locks on external doors, alarms, and safes after the loss or theft of your keys with no excess applied.

Preventative measures

We will pay up to £2,500 for costs you incur in taking reasonable temporary preventative measures to protect your home from damage caused by a storm or flooding.

Fine art and antiques market appreciation

If the market value of a fine art or antique piece has appreciated within the last 3 years we will pay up to 150% of its insured value if you have a valuation in place.

Death of an artist

If your art appreciates in value due to the death of an artist you will still be covered as long as you have a professional valuation in place.

Locating the source of a leak

We will cover the cost of locating a leak from fixed water tanks, apparatus and pipes.

Alternative accommodation

If you can't live in your home for up to 3 years due to some insured damage we will pay for somewhere else for you to live.

Garden cover

We will pay up to £10,000 to restore your garden if it is damaged from certain events.

Office equipment

We will pay up to £20,000 per claim for office equipment, and £10,000 for business stock.

Precautionary repairs

We will pay up to £1,000 for repairs that prevent further loss or damage after a flood or a leak.

Cover during the sale of your home

We will cover damage to your home between the exchange of contracts and completion.

Outdoor items

We will pay up to £2,500 per item for garden furniture, statues, barbecues and items that live outside.

Small vehicles

We will pay up to £5,000 per claim for land vehicles like lawnmowers, quad bikes, and Segways.

Tree removal

We will pay up to £2,500 to remove fallen trees blocking your main car access to your home.

Fees, expenses & debris removal

We will pay for architect, surveyor, and engineer fees and site clearing and costs.

Boats and watercraft

We will pay up to £5,000 for watercraft like dinghies, surfboards and small boats.

Storage

We will pay up to 25% of your contents sum insured for loss or damage to your belongings that are kept in storage. Limited to certain events.

Fatal injury & disability

We will pay up to £50,000 for fatal injuries as a result of a fire or burglary at your home and up to £15,000 for any necessary building alterations as a result of your injuries.

Forced eviction

If public authorities deny you access due to nearby damage, we will cover the costs of alternative accommodation costs for up to 30 days.

Reward

We offer up to £5,000 as a reward to anyone who helps catch and convict anyone who caused a claim under this insurance through illegal actions.

Policy documents

Only a summary of the policy's coverage is presented on this page. 
Read these documents to fully understand what is and isn't covered

Rivr Home Insurance Policy Wording
Rivr Home Insurance IPID

What’s not covered?

Policy documents

Only a summary of the policy's coverage is presented on this page. 
Read these documents to fully understand what is and isn't covered

Rivr Home Insurance Policy Wording
Rivr Home Insurance IPID
Policy overview

Your excess

Your excess as detailed in your policy schedule.

Wear and tear

There is no cover for wear and tear, or anything that happens gradually.

Building works over £75,000

There is no cover for loss or damage resulting from building works that cost more than £75,000.

General maintenance and decoration

There is no cover for general maintenance and decoration costs.

Existing and deliberate damage

There is no cover for loss or damage occurring outside your period of insurance, or caused intentionally or through criminal acts by you.

Loss of value and indirect losses

There is no cover for any decrease in value as a result of a repair or replacement, or any loss not directly related to a valid claim.

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Your excess

Your excess as detailed in your policy schedule.

Wear and tear

There is no cover for wear and tear, or anything that happens gradually.

Building works over £75,000

There is no cover for loss or damage resulting from building works that cost more than £75,000.

General maintenance and decoration

There is no cover for general maintenance and decoration costs.

Existing and deliberate damage

There is no cover for loss or damage occurring outside your period of insurance, or caused intentionally or through criminal acts by you.

Loss of value and indirect losses

There is no cover for any decrease in value as a result of a repair or replacement, or any loss not directly related to a valid claim.

Defective design, breakdowns and faults

There is no cover for any loss, damage or liability as a result of design flaws, workmanship, or mechanical and electrical faults or breakdowns.

Let properties and business use

There is no cover for any loss, damage or liability from any part of your home that is let or is used for business purposes.

Confiscation

There is no cover for loss, damage or liability from confiscation or holding your property from officials or authorities.

Unoccupied homes

There is no cover for losses when your home is unoccupied for over 45 days, and certain precautions listed in the policy wording have not been taken to safeguard your home and heating system during certain periods.

Electronic data

There is no cover for loss, damage or liability from computer viruses or data corruption.

Warping or shrinkage

There is no cover for loss or damage due to warping or shrinkage.

Theft from unlocked and unattended vehicles

There is no cover for items stolen from an unattended vehicle are only covered if force and violence were used to gain entry. Additionally, the items must have been hidden from view or locked in the boot or glove box.

Certain subsidence or heave damage scenarios

There is no cover for subsidence, heave or landslip in certain specific scenarios. See the policy wording for further details.

Some specific garden damage

There is no cover for damage caused by storm, flood, frost, fallen trees, or snow to certain garden structures such as fences, pergolas and hedges unless your home is also damaged by the same insured event.

Lost deliveries

There is no cover for undelivered goods or services purchased online.

Loss of value from repairs

There is no cover for loss of value to contents following repair, replacement, or reinstatement.

Blocked drains and pipes

There is no cover for costs to clear blocked sewer pipes, drains, pipes or underground tanks unless damaged from an insured event.

Damage to items during transportation

There is no cover for items improperly packed or secured during transport.

Pollution and contamination

There is no cover for loss, damage or liability from pollution or contamination except in specific circumstances listed in the policy wording.

Nuclear and radioactive hazards

There is no cover for loss or damage or any legal liability from radioactive materials or nuclear components, or from potentially catastrophic events like radiation leaks.

Damage or liability from malicious gun use

There is no cover for damage or liability from intentional or malicious use of guns is not covered.

War and terrorism

There is no cover for direct or indirect damages resulting from war, civil disturbances, or terrorist acts.

Policy documents

Only a summary of the policy's coverage is presented on this page. 
Read these documents to fully understand what is and isn't covered

Rivr Home Insurance Policy Wording
Rivr Home Insurance IPID

Additional cover, as standard

We provide this further cover as standard on all of our policies.

Home emergency cover

Covers immediate emergency repair costs up to £2,500.

£2,500 emergency repair costs for issues like plumbing, heating, electrical faults, and damage to locks, doors and windows
£500 for overnight accommodation
£100 for alternative heating cover
£500 boiler replacement contribution
Specific conditions and exclusions apply

Family legal protection

Covers you against a range of legals costs up to £100,000.

Up to £100,000 cover for 24/7 legal advice, legal services, and cover for legal costs, for issues such as consumer, employment and property disputes
Up to £25,000 for personal identity fraud
Specific conditions and exclusions apply

Your liabilities

Covers property, personal and employers liability up to £10 million.

Property owner liability £5 million
Personal liability of £5 million
Irrecoverable judgements cover of £5 million
Tenant liability up to 20% of Contents sum insured
Specific conditions and exclusions apply
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Frequently asked questions

How do I know what my policy covers?

The policy covers a lot of things and it depends on whether you buy Home Insurance (Contents and Buildings cover combined), Contents Insurance or Buildings Insurance. To know exactly what you are covered for you need to read the policy wording in full. We do provide a summary of your cover on our product information pages for home, contents and buildings insurance. These pages only include a summary of the cover so does not include everything and all the details, such as specific exclusions or inner limits.

How much does high-value buildings & contents insurance cost?

The cost of high-value home insurance depends on a number of factors such as the amount of cover required, and other risk factors such as flood or theft risk. Premiums are usually higher than standard insurance because of the increased value and risk, but with this premium, you receive broader and more extensive cover with higher limits than is available with standard home insurance.

How do I know who underwrites your policies?

The policy is insured by two of the largest insurance companies in the world, which are both A-rated for their financial strength. The Buildings, Contents and Liability cover is insured by HDI Global Specialty SE. The Home Emergency and Family Legal Protection cover is insured by AmTrust Specialty.

What is All Risks cover?

All Risks insurance provides a broader form of coverage compared to standard home insurance policies. It typically offers protection for both personal possessions and valuables at home and worldwide. It also covers accidental damage. All Risks cover still has some exclusions such as wear and tear or mechanical breakdown. You would need to check the policy for specific exclusions and limits.

What is combined building and contents insurance?

Combined building and contents insurance covers both the structure of your home and your personal belongings inside it. This means that if your home is damaged by events like fire, floods, or storms, and your possessions are lost, damaged, or stolen, you can claim for both under the same policy.

Do I need high-value buildings & contents insurance?

The general rule is that you need high-value home insurance if you meet any of the following criteria: - The rebuild value of your home is over £1 million - Your general contents are worth over £100,000 - You have valuable items that together are worth over £30,000

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