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Basic contents cover

The less you own, the less you pay

  • Full replacement cover for most things that are less than five years old.
  • Current value cover for things that are older.
  • A discount applies if you have a burglar alarm.
Basic Contents Insurance
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Basic Contents provides full replacement or repair for furniture, furnishings, home appliances, sound equipment and televisions that are less than five years old and for computers less than three years old. Its a good option if youre renting or dont have a lot of possessions.

Other benefits include:

  • All other furniture, furnishings, appliances and personal possessions are insured for current value or cost to repair.
  • Up to $1,000,000 cover for legal liability related to loss or damage to anyone else's property in New Zealand.
  • A standard excess of $350 applies to each claim.

Discount opportunities and payment options:

  • No claim discount of up to 40%.
  • Discount for a professionally installed burglar alarm.
  • Higher discounts may apply if you have a monitored burglar alarm.
  • You can choose to pay fortnightly, monthly or annually by credit card or direct debit.
  • You will qualify for a package discount if you also have home or motor vehicle insurance with us.
  • Your package discount will be higher if you are over 55 years old.

Terms and conditions: This ASB insurance is underwritten by IAG New Zealand Limited, a member of the Insurance Council of New Zealand Inc.

The Insurance Companies (Ratings & Inspections) Act 1994 requires insurance companies to obtain a financial strength rating, which represents their ability to pay present and future claims. IAG New Zealand Limited received a rating on 3 November 2010 of AA- ("Very Strong") from Standard and Poors (Australia) Pty. Ltd. A copy of the rating scale of which this rating forms part is available on request to the insurer.

The availability of any insurance cover is subject to the acceptance and approval of a completed application. Exclusions do apply. For full details refer to the Policy Document which is available on request from any ASB Branch.