Some policy details of the biggest brands for UK building insurance ...

1. Endsleigh Home Insurance details - get a quote - or phone - 0800 028 3571
   Endsleigh offer very competitive home insurance from which you can choose Buildings policy only, contents policy only or buildings and contents.
2. Norwich Union Home Insurance details - get a quote - or phone - 0800 092 9561

Norwich Union is the country's largest insurer. Choosing your policy online will give you an extra 10% discount
3. Direct Line Home Insurance details - get a quote - or phone - 0870 901 1122
   Direct Line offer a 5 % discount for taking out a policy online and a further 25% discount if you also have a motor policy with them.

Updated March 2004
For an up to date comparison, visit HappyHomeInsurance.com.

If you are getting an Old-for-New policy, make sure that you value your contents at their replacement value, and not at their actual value.

Don't fall into the trap of getting home contents insurance from a mortgage provider - you are more likely to get a better deal elsewhere.

If you are studying away from home (e.g. at college/university), sometimes your parents home insurance covers your possessions.