Assurant launches new B&C cover

The provider claims the new product is competitive for older properties, with an expanded list of features and benefits including £500,000 maximum cover for buildings (bedroom rated) and £50,000 for contents.

In addition it also provides:

• Trace and access cover up to £5000

• Emergency access cover

• Business equipment cover up to £4000

• Unspecified single item limit of £2000

• Up to £300 cover for money and up to £1000 cover for credit cards

• Up to £5000 cover on loss of unmetered oil and water

• Replacing locks and freezer contents both covered up to £1000

• Excess of £250 including accidental damage and escape of water claims

• No charge for monthly direct debit payments and there is an annual payment option

Assurant Intermediary sales & marketing director Kevin Paterson said: “We’re delighted to distribute this product and provide our intermediaries with more choice when sourcing household insurances for their clients.

“We’re looking to create a panel of insurance providers who provide products that offer a depth and range of benefits that exceeds typical residential insurance offerings.”