Buildings Insurance

10% cashback on your premium

You always pay IN, so why shouldn’t you get something OUT! We'll reward your loyalty and claims record with a recurring cash payout that we call the OUTbonus. Get 10% of your home insurance premium (less taxes and levies) back in cash when you hold your policy claim-free for 3 years. *Terms & conditions apply

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What is buildings insurance?

A buildings-only insurance policy safeguards your house against the unexpected. In the unfortunate event that things go wrong, OUTsurance covers the cost of rebuilding your home, including garages, outbuildings, and permanent fixtures like kitchen units, bathroom fittings, and fitted wardrobes. It also includes site clearance, architect’s fees, and structures such as patios, decking, and boundary walls.

What’s covered?

  • Damage due to fire, storms, subsidence and natural disasters such as Earthquakes and Floods.
  • Damage caused by the escape of water or oil leaking.
  • Damage caused by theft, malicious damage, riots and falling trees or branches.
  • Legal liability as the owner of the premises, up to €3 million.
  • Alternative accommodation in the unfortunate event of an insured incident where the home is uninhabitable.
Buildings insurance
Buildings insurance cover with OUTsurance
Need more detail? The following table highlights the cover offered under our buildings insurance:
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Fire and smoke
Fire or smoke damage that occurs at the premises of your buildings.
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Escape of water
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Storm, lightning or flood
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Earthquake and explosion
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Theft or attempted theft
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Riot, strikes, labour, political disturbances
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Malicious damage
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Subsidence
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Cover provided is subject to terms and conditions, click below to view important documentation.

 

Home insurance policy booklet  |  Terms of Business  |  Home insurance IPID

OUTsurance's building only optional extras

We get that sometimes you might need a bit more cover to suit your situation. Which is why, on top of our standard buildings insurance, we offer a suite of optional covers.

OUTsurance's building only optional extras

We get that sometimes you might need a bit more cover to suit your situation. Which is why, on top of our standard buildings insurance, we offer a suite of optional covers.

Why do you need buildings insurance?

Buildings insurance covers you from damage or loss due to things like fires, flooding, storms, and theft. You are not legally obliged to take out buildings insurance, but if you have a mortgage, your lender can insist that you have buildings insurance. This will ensure you are covered for rebuild costs if your home is destroyed, for example in a fire. Even if you don’t have a mortgage and own your home outright, home insurance will protect you financially in the event of burglary, fire or other damage. Underinsurance occurs when a home is insured for less than the replacement value. This could occur by simply electing for the incorrect value of your home. However this can also occur due to inflation where costs rise overtime and  the rebuild cost of your home increases. Please read more details on Underinsurance here.

Why choose OUTsurance buildings insurance?

At OUTsurance, you always get something OUT. Take advantage of cashback on your Buildings Insurance premium, great service, value-for-money prices, and comprehensive car insurance protection.

Passion for service
Passion for service

We are passionate and honest about how we operate. We believe in offering a quality service experience at all times. From buildings insurance sales to buildings insurance claims and everything in between, we are a people business that’s here for you. 

Cashback with OUTbonus
Cashback with OUTbonus

We will reward your loyalty and claims record with a recurring cash payout that we call the OUTbonus. Get 10% of your insurance premiums (less taxes and levies) back in cash when you hold your policy claim-free for 3 years.* Read terms & conditions.

Decades of experience
Decades of experience

The OUTsurance Group has 25+ years of experience in business, building a trusted reputation in South Africa and Australia, placing customers at the centre of everything we do. Our insurance policies include an attractive range of features and benefits as standard, with optional covers to suit your needs. Learn more about the OUTsurance Group.

Value-for-money prices
Value-for-money prices

We take the time to learn about you and your home. We ask a number of questions to ensure we achieve a fair and accurately priced premium for your buildings insurance needs.

Efficient with claims
Efficient with claims

We understand that you need us most when things go wrong. That's why we're committed to making the claims process as quick and easy as possible.

Irish-Based company
Irish-Based company

We are an Irish-based insurance company located in Cherrywood, Dublin. Our call centre agents will support and assist you with getting the right level of insurance cover.

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How to get cheaper buildings insurance?

You can find a few simple tips below that could help reduce your buildings insurance price.

How to get cheaper buildings insurance?

You can find a few simple tips below that could help reduce your buildings insurance price.

OUTbonus – get 10% cashback

The OUTbonus has landed. Get 10% of your insurance premiums (less taxes and levies) back in cash when you hold your policy with OUTsurance claim-free for 3 years.* You always pay IN so why shouldn’t you always get something OUT! Terms & conditions apply.

Read more on our OUTbonus

Frequently asked buildings insurance questions

Do I need to have buildings insurance?

In some cases, yes. If you have a mortgage, your lender can insist that you have building insurance. This will ensure you are covered for rebuild costs if your home is destroyed, for example, in a fire. 

How much buildings insurance coverage do I need?

You need to be able to cover the cost of rebuilding your house in the unfortunate event that you need to make a claim. The amount you insure your home for is the amount it would cost to rebuild your home. It is not about the market value of the house or the amount you paid for it. You can use the following  SCSI calculator tool as a guide to estimate the rebuild cost of your home online!

What won’t be covered in buildings insurance?
  • Damage due to poor maintenance
  • Wear and tear.
  • Damage due to acts of war or terrorism.
  • Flooding due to negligence.
What is accidental damage cover?

At OUTsurance, accidental damage cover is available as an optional extra. Examples of accidental cover include if you accidentally break the glass of a door or large window or drill into a water pipe. To avail of this cover, you will need to select the optional extra, and it will appear on your policy schedule.

Do I need separate flood insurance?

No, this is covered in your building insurance.

What should I do in an emergency?
  • Get yourself and others to safety.
  • Secure the property if possible.
  • Document the damage with photos or videos.
  • Contact your insurer to report the damage and start a claim.
What is sum insured and how do I calculate my buildings sum insured?

The sum insured is the maximum amount payable in the event of a claim. This is the total cost of rebuilding your house in the unfortunate event that you need to make a claim.  You can use the following  SCSI calculator tool as a guide to estimate the rebuild cost of your home. Please note that your rebuild cost is not the market value for which you would sell your house. This value takes into consideration market trends and the land.

Do I get liability cover?

If you hold buildings insurance, we will cover you for any amount that you may be legally liable to pay as owner of the premises. Examples include:

  • Death or accidental bodily injury to any person other than you, any household member(s) or domestic employee/s
  • Accidental damage to property other than property belonging to or under the control of you, household member(s) or domestic employee/s

For more information, please see our home policy booklet.

Do I need buildings insurance for an apartment?

Your apartment property management company will usually take care of buildings insurance for apartment owners, however you should always check with them and also check what is covered. Sometimes, your management company’s coverage will exclude fitted kitchens and internal walls. This of course, will not cover your contents, and it is recommended to take out OUTsurance’s competitive Contents Insurance cover.

Does buildings insurance cover leaks?

At OUTsurance we cover oil leaking from a fixed oil-fired heating installation, including smoke damage due to a faulty oil-fired heating installation. We also cover water escaping from, freezing or overflowing from within any plumbing, heating, water or drainage system, or any fixed domestic appliance.

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*Your OUTbonus operates across all your policies with OUTsurance (with the same customer number). When you make a claim your OUTbonus is forfeited, and the three-year cycle starts again. However, certain claims like windscreen repair do not effect your OUTbonus. You need to remain a customer with OUTsurance for the entire OUTbonus period to receive your OUTbonus.