underpinned house insurance by Intelligent Insurance
Specialist Insurance for Underpinned Properties

Underpinned house insurance

If your property has been underpinned due to subsidence, landslip or structural movement, you may need specialist home insurance that accounts for its history.

At Intelligent Insurance, we assess every underpinned property individually, taking into account the cause, extent of works, and supporting documentation such as any available Certificate of Structural Adequacy (CSA).

Our tailored underpinned house insurance provides comprehensive cover for both buildings and contents, even where previous subsidence or underpinning work has taken place.

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Insuring Your Underpinned Home

Every underpinning case is unique. Whether only part of the property was stabilised, or extensive works were completed, we take a practical, risk-based approach when assessing your property’s eligibility for cover.

Key Features:

  • Tailored Underpinned Property Cover: Insurance built around your property’s specific underpinning history.
  • Subsidence-Aware Underwriting: We consider previous movement, extent of repairs, and long-term stability.
  • CSA Consideration: Where available, a Certificate of Structural Adequacy helps support your application.
  • High Cover Limits: Comprehensive buildings and contents protection.
  • Expert Support: Our team specialises in high-risk property insurance and can answer your questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Underpinned house insurance is a specialised policy designed for properties that have undergone underpinning or foundation reinforcement.

It’s essential because standard home insurance may not adequately cover the unique risks associated with such properties.

Getting a quote is easy. You can request an immediate online quote in most cases by providing information about your property’s history and condition.

Several factors influence the cost, including the extent of underpinning, the history of movement or subsidence, and the location of your property. We tailor our quotes to your specific requirements.

Having a Certificate of Structural Adequacy can help assess the current condition and stability of your property’s structure. It’s beneficial during the quotation process.

Absolutely. We offer contents insurance for properties that have been underpinned. Our cover is designed to protect the valuables within your home, tailored to meet the needs of underpinned properties. You have the flexibility to combine this with your buildings insurance for convenience or opt for a standalone policy, depending on your preferences. Regardless of the reason for the underpinning, your home’s contents can be fully insured, ensuring peace of mind

We offer high levels of cover tailored to your needs and have a professional team ready to assist you with any questions or concerns.

Personalised Protection for Underpinned Properties

Specialist Cover for Properties with Structural Movement

We recognise that underpinning is a sensible remedial measure where properties have experienced past movement or subsidence.

Our policies are built to reflect your home’s current condition, not just its history, offering cover that protects against future risks while acknowledging the stability works already completed.

Whether your home is a listed property, modern construction, or unique design, we build policies around its real-world condition.

What we provide

Buildings cover up to £1,000,000
To repair or rebuild your home, as standard by Defaqto, an independent financial research company
Contents Insurance up to £100,000
New for old cover for belongings kept in your home
Alternative accommodation
Temporary accommodation in the event your home is uninhabitable
Replacement locks and keys
For lost or stolen keys
Trace and access cover up to £5,000
Replacement and repair to any parts of the building that are removed when tracing escape of water
Family Legal Protection up to £25,000
Cover for legal expenses (whether prosecuting or defending). There is a £100 excess.
Home Emergency Cover up to £250 per call-out
24 hour immediate assistance from a professional electrician, plumber or other specialist following certain emergencies in the home included as standard.

What isn't included?

We don’t cover loss or damage
  • Caused by wear, tear or gradual deterioration
  • That occurred before the policy started
  • Caused by vermin, insects, pets
  • Caused by dishonest, wilful or deliberate acts
  • Arising from leaks from swimming pools, fixed hot tubs, jacuzzies, fixed spas
Cover restrictions
  • you are only covered up to the maximum claims limits shown on your schedule
  • you are responsible for any excesses stated in your policy
  • any exclusions or restrictions shown by endorsement in your schedule

Looking for extra protection? Upgrade your cover

  • Family Legal Protection Plus

    Family Legal Protection Plus extends this cover limit to £50,000 and increases the range of legal disputes that you’re covered for.

    Optional
  • Home Emergency Plus

    Enjoy complete protection with extended emergency callout cover with up to £1,000 per callout, £1,000 Total Claims Limit/Year, Boiler & Heating System cover & Alternative Accommodation

    Optional
  • Accidental Damage

    Cover for accidental breakages or damage to your buildings e.g: putting your foot through the ceiling, or accidental breakage of glass

    Optional

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What You Get with Intelligent Insurance

  • Defaqto 5-Star rated protection
  • Underwritten by trusted, household-name insurers
  • Competitive premiums with flexible payment options
  • UK-based team praised for excellent customer service
  • Fast online quote, no lengthy phone calls required
  • Comprehensive buildings & contents cover that adapts to your property’s needs
Underpinned House Insurance

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*We may not be able to quote in all circumstances. Cover limits/restrictions and/or conditions may apply to the policy. These are clearly detailed prior to purchase, and in the policy documentation for you to determine if the cover is suitable for your needs.

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How to make a claim

Making a claim has never been easier – just follow these three simple steps.

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Step One – Check Your Policy

Find your insurer’s claims contact details in your policy document or Schedule. Always have your policy number to hand, as it helps your insurer’s claims team quickly identify you and assist you without delay.

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Step Two – Report the Incident

Call your insurer’s claims team as soon as the incident occurs. Provide a brief description of what happened and, if applicable, notify the Police within seven days for incidents like theft or malicious damage.

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Step Three – Submit Your Claim

If required, complete and return the claim form along with supporting documents (receipts, photos, etc.) within 30 days. This ensures a smooth, timely processing of your claim.

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