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British Gas HomeCare 400

HomeCare 400 is is the premium British Gas (www.britishgas.co.uk) insurance package.

Find out exactly what is and isn't covered and if the policy is right for you:
HomeCare 400

What's Covered:

  • Boiler
  • Boiler Controls
  • Radiators
  • Pipework
  • Hot water
  • Plumbing
  • Drains
  • Home electrics

Package Includes:

  • Unlimited callouts – There’s no chance of you filling your quotient of calls before running into a major emergency.
  • All engineers are CORGI registered. You have access to over 5500 CORGI registered engineers.
  • Includes parts and labour, so there are no hidden charges.
  • Includes free yearly safety and maintenance inspection (a service that costs £18 a month as part of the British Gas ‘PropertyCare’ scheme)
  • 24/7 manned customer helpline

Package Price

Costs from only £25 a month*.




All HomeCare Packages


Visit British Gas HomeCare HomeCare 100

HomeCare 200

HomeCare 300

HomeCare 400

Boiler Included Included Included Included
Boiler Controls Included Included Included Included
Radiators Not Included Included Included Included
Hot Water Not Included Included Included Included
Pipework Not Included Included Included Included
Plumbing and Drains Not Included Not Included Included Included
Home Electrics Not Included  Not Included  Not Included Included
From only

£12
per month

£16
per month

£21
per month

£25
per month


Is it right for me?

If your boiler is over seven years old then this package may be best for you. This premium package is essentially for those who anticipate that their boiler is about to develop a number of problems. Beware of the hefty cancellation fees though, and only take this coverage out if you foresee using it for the full 12 months.

Plumbing, drains and home electrics are covered by HomeCare 400. If you don’t live in a modern build, and a boiler breakdown could trigger a number of other difficulties in your home, then this is the best level of service for you.

Check first that the boiler isn’t already covered by your home insurance, and start to consider replacing your old boiler with a new one. This could save you money; new boilers are significantly more energy efficient.

Don't forget

  • *Prices start at £25 a month, but can go up to £28 depending on your location. The price increases if you live in close proximity to the M25.
  • Some areas of the UK may be outside of the HomeCare service coverage. Check first before you apply.
  • Payment by cash, cheque or credit card is subject to an administration fee. Direct debit payments do not incur a charge.
  • Cancellation costs are up to £207 for customers in their first year of the agreement who have already received a repair, and up to £143 if you have not yet received a repair.

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