New research has found that 1.78 million homeowners do not have a
home insurance policy that will cover them in the event of storm damage.
The Sainsbury's Bank study also finds that a further 656,000 people do not know whether they have a
home insurance policy that would cover them for structural damage.
Neil Laird,
home insurance manager at Sainsbury's, said: "The growing number of weather-related instances really highlights the importance of having adequate cover in this area and unlimited buildings cover ensures peace of mind that you won't be left underinsured."
According to the study, women were more likely to be underinsured than men, with more than one million females admitting that they did not have adequate buildings insurance cover.
The number of men without an adequate insurance policy was found to be around 722,000.
Meanwhile, Confused.com advises those looking for a
home insurance policy to shop around to find the most suitable coverage arrangement at the lowest price.
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home insurance policies that protect the home and its contents, providing policyholders with assurance during severe weather.