The product gives landlords and their tenants the security of knowing that the property has a 24/7 solution for domestic nightmares such as failed electrics, plumbing emergencies or even lost keys, at no or minimal cost.
Keeping your rental property in good working order makes sound economic sense – and makes for happy tenants too. But that unexpected call in the middle of the night or during an important meeting is often inconvenient and - even worse - expensive. Failure of electricity, gas or water in the property can be untimely reminders of your responsibilities as a landlord to provide basic utilities. Even worse, the possibility of being sent to prison for faulty gas appliances and electrics means you simply cannot leave anything to chance.
However, another option is now available to landlords - the HomeCall+ landlord policy. This product offers protection 24 hours a day, seven days a week for anyone who lets a property – and their tenants - for less than £10 a month.
The range of benefits includes:
Internal and external plumbing emergencies
Boiler or heating system breakdown
Failure of electricity, gas & water in the property
Electrical wiring emergencies
Failure of hot water system
Loss of all keys needed to get into the home
Broken or damaged window or door that creates a security risk
Vermin within the property
£100 towards necessary hotel accommodation and transport
Roofing emergencies
The tenant has access to 24 hour, 365 days a year Emergency Helpline
Corgi registered engineers where appropriate and 12 months guarantee on all work
No limit to the number of claims allowed and no excess to pay
Brent Hartley, chief executive from Homecall+ says: "We are excited about our new product as it offers a win-win situation for landlords and their tenants. Not only does it offer excellent value for money and complete peace of mind that most domestic emergencies will be remedied quickly and at no extra cost, but comparable policies are much more expensive and offer less features."
