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Home insurance for unoccupied House.

My househouse is currently unoccupied. I go therethere 3 times a week to check on it and collect mail. It is furnished and has my belongings in it.

What would be the impact on my insurance in these circumstances? 
Cost etc, does regular visits still mean unoccupied etc...? 

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  • davidmcn
    davidmcn Posts: 23,596 Forumite
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    We can't read your policy from here - what does it say about unoccupied properties?
  • Dr_Crypto
    Dr_Crypto Posts: 1,211 Forumite
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    You can get vacant property insurance. It tends to be more specific and expensive than standard buildings insurance. For example you may be required to visit the property periodically, have it heated to a certain temperature, or even drain the water system in winter. 
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