UK Direct Home Insurance
These policies provide very competitive cover direct from the
underwriters. They are often better value as they 'cut out the
middleman' and are able to offer the difference in policy discounts.
Direct Insurance was first offered to the public
in the UK in 1985 by Direct Line, and was delivered through large
call centres. Today this practice is still operated by most of
the large UK Insurance companies and some specialist home insurance
brokers, all of who also offer online direct home insurance covers.
In fact many boast that you won't find them on home insurance
comparision websites and you can only buy their policies direct
through the companies themselves!
What makes Direct Line Home Insurance a good deal better? • 25% off • An extra 25% discount when you buy online • New for old replacement items for the garden, up to £1,000, as well as in your home • Where possible, we'll arrange the delivery of replacement goods direct to your door • Automatic increase in cover over Christmas and for weddings - £5,000 or 10% of the contents sum insured, whichever is greater • Cover for accidental damage to PCs and TVs and home entertainment equipment as standard • Children's content covered whilst they are away at University up to £5,000 (or 15% of the contents sum insured). • Unlimited frozen food cover • Bicycle covered as standard when left indoors, in a shed, garage or outbuilding • Includes cover for replacement locks • 24 hour emergency helpline for all customers