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Want cheap home and contents insurance but don't want to skimp on value? You could save $1,244 simply by shopping around.
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If you're after cheap home insurance, there are ways you can reduce the cost of protecting your home. From improving home security to paying your premiums annually, there are options for finding an affordable policy that won't leave you out of pocket. Whilst there's no universally cheaper home insurer, there are ways that you can reduce the cost of insurance.
In our research, we found a huge $1,244 difference in the yearly cost of the cheapest home insuarance policy and the most expensive policy for the same home.
Based on our research the 3 cheapest home insurance companies on our panel are:
2. Virgin Money
3. St.George
Based on our research of a home with a rebuild cost of $1,000,000. You can see our full results and methodology below.
30 % off
on your first year's premium
- Fire, storm & theft cover
- Rebuilding cover
- Underinsurance protection optional
- Lodge a claim online 24/7
Save 30% on your first year's premium when you purchase a new combined Home & Contents insurance policy online. T&Cs apply.
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Budget Direct Home Insurance Deals
30% online discount on new home & contents insurance
Receive 30% off your first year's premium when you purchase a new combined Home & Contents Insurance policy online. T&Cs apply.
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Virgin Home Insurance Deals
$100 e-Gift card + 30% off new policies
Grab a $100 e-Gift card when you purchase a new eligible Virgin Home and Contents Insurance policy by 30 November 2020. Purchase online and you'll also save up to 30% on your first year’s premium. T&Cs Apply.
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Woolworths Home Insurance Deals
Save up to 20% on combined home & contents insurance
Receive up to 20% off your Woolworths home and contents policy when you purchase online.
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Domain Insure Home Insurance Deals
12% online discount on new home & contents insurance
Receive 12% off your first year's premium when you purchase a new combined Home & Contents Insurance policy online. T&Cs apply.
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St.George Home Insurance Deals
Save up to 25% when you buy online
Buy a St George Home and Contents insurance policy online and you could save up to 25%.
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Westpac Home Insurance Deal
Get up to 25% off when you sign up for a new home and contents policy
Save up to 25% when you combine Home and Contents Insurance online.
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Which company has the cheapest house insurance?
There's no universally cheapest home insurance company, but our research spills some interesting industry secrets.
We got quotes from about 11 different Australian home insurers and found a difference of $1,244 when taking out an annual policy. Just check out the least and most expensive policies for the same $1 million. The point is, you could find a cheaper policy by just shopping around and comparing your options.
See for yourself below.
Learn more about our methodology
- Quotes were obtained for the same 3-bedroom NSW home in Baulkham Hills owned by a family of two.
- Building replacement costs for all quotes was $500,000, with an excess of $500.
- Contents were valued at $100,000.
- Quotes were obtained in 2020 and were for a combined home and contents insurance policy
- Homeowning family of two who moved into their property in 2019.
- Three bedroom, 1 story freestanding house on flat ground with brick veneer walls, terracotta tiled roof, no verandas and built in 1980.
- Windows secured by deadlocks, with no security devices.
Learn more about our methodology
- Quotes were obtained for the same 3-bedroom NSW home in Baulkham Hills owned by a family of two.
- Building replacement costs for all quotes was $1,000,000, with an excess of $500.
- Contents were valued at $100,000.
- Quotes were obtained in 2020 and were for a combined home and contents insurance policy
- Homeowning family of two who moved into their property in 2019.
- Three bedroom, 1 story freestanding house on flat ground with brick veneer walls, terracotta tiled roof, no verandas and built in 1980.
- Windows secured by deadlocks, with no security devices.
7 hacks to get a cheaper home insurance policy
Want to save some dosh? Follow these steps.
1. Determine how much cover you actually need.
Determine what kind of policy you need, whether that be building, contents, or both. Ensure your policy adequately covers your needs. Get a proper assessment on your sum insured and replacement value of your contents.
2. Improve your home security.
Security systems and alarms can act as a deterrent to thieves, while smoke alarms can reduce the risk of your home being damaged by fire. Installing these items can reduce the cost of your home and contents premiums.
3. Compare quotes from multiple insurers.
Don’t simply accept the first home and contents insurance quote you get. Compare quotes from at least three different insurers - this is quick and easy to do online - and shop around for a deal.
4. Make your home disaster resistant.
You may be able to save by adding features to make your home more resistant to storms and natural disasters. Consider installing storm shutters, reinforcing your roof, and modernising your heating and electrical systems to reduce the risk of fire or water damage.
5. Pay your premium annually.
Most insurers will let you choose a premium frequency (how often you pay per annum) when applying for cover. Paying annually as opposed to monthly could save you in the long-run.
6. Search for discounts.
If you hold multiple policies with the same insurer you may be entitled to a discount on your home and contents premium. Many insurers will also apply a discount to your premium if you purchase your insurance online. Some providers will offer to cut the price of your cover if you’ve been with them for a number of years. Don’t be afraid to ask for your loyalty to be rewarded.
7. Review your policy at least once a year.
Ensure your policy covers any major purchases or enhancements to your home. This means that you can ensure that you have enough cover for certain items, whilst also noting the reduced value of other albums. Your television might not sell for as high as it did a few years ago, which will reduce your contents cover price.
Get 30% off your new home & contents insurance
Save 30% on your first year's premium when you purchase a new combined Home & Contents insurance policy online. T&Cs apply.What impacts the cost of my cover?
The price you pay for cover is generally based on;
- The policy you choose. A comprehensive policy with all the “bells and whistles” will generally cost more than the basic cover option. Assess if a basic policy will suffice for your situation.
- How your home is used. If your home is used for business purposes or is left unoccupied for long periods of time you may be required to pay an additional cost for cover.
- The location of your home. Insurance providers draw on claims data, crime rates, risk of flood and fire among other factors to help assess the level of each location presents. It can be worth taking some time to research where you are buying to determine what could impact the rate you pay for cover.
- Your claims history. An insurance company will often consider previous claims you have made when determining what you pay for cover. Minor and major claims can impact what you will pay so it is worth having a look at different options available and speaking with your insurer about how you will be assessed.
- Style of your home. Insurers will also consider the style/construction period of your home to help them determine a suitable rate.
- The construction standard of your home. The actual design features and construction standard of your home will also impact what you pay with insurers usually rating dwellings in loose categories of average, quality and prestige.
- If your home is built on flat or sloping land. Insurers will also need to know the aspect of the land your home is situated on to help them to determine what you will pay.
Review regularly to avoid underinsurance
Many Australians adopt a ‘set and forget’ approach when it comes to home and contents cover, but this fails to take into account that our circumstances and the assets we own are constantly changing. This leads to a risk of being under-insured, which can end up leaving you significantly out of pocket or even in dire financial straits when disaster strikes.
The best way to combat under-insurance is to regularly review your level of cover to determine whether or not it is adequate and if you could be better off switching to a more suitable option.
To learn more about underinsurance and how to avoid it, head here.
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