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Building Insurance

Protect Your Property
From Every Angle

Whether you own a home, a commercial office or an industrial facility in Mumbai — our comprehensive building insurance shields your structure from fire, floods, earthquakes, cyclones, burglary and more.

Why Building Insurance Matters
  • Mumbai ranks high in flood & cyclone risk
  • Property values rise — so does replacement cost
  • Often mandatory for home loans & mortgages
  • One claim can exceed years of premiums
Coverage

What Does Building Insurance Cover?

A comprehensive building insurance policy covers the physical structure of your property — walls, roof, floors, fixed fittings and foundations — against a wide range of perils.

Covered Perils
Fire & Explosion
Lightning Strike
Flood & Inundation
Cyclone & Typhoon
Earthquake
Storm & Tempest
Burglary & Theft
Impact Damage
Water Tank Overflow
Landslide & Subsidence
Riot & Strike Damage
Aircraft Damage
Residential Buildings

Flats, bungalows, row houses and individual homes. Covers the structure, staircase, lifts, common areas and compound walls.

Commercial Properties

Offices, shops, showrooms, hotels, malls and mixed-use buildings. Can include tenant improvements, fixed assets and common infrastructure.

Industrial Premises

Factories, warehouses, godowns and manufacturing units. Coverage for the civil structure, boundary walls, overhead tanks and permanent fittings.

Sum Insured

How Is Your Building's Sum Insured Calculated?

Building insurance is based on the reinstatement / reconstruction value — not the market value. This is the cost of rebuilding the structure from scratch using current material and labour costs, excluding the land value.

Underinsurance is a common and costly mistake. If your building is insured for less than its actual reconstruction value, your claim will be settled on a proportional basis. Our advisors help you get the right sum insured — every time.

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Documents Needed for Insuring Your Building
  • Property ownership documents (Sale deed / Agreement)
  • Building plan / layout drawings (if available)
  • Carpet / built-up area in sq. ft.
  • Year of construction
  • Type of construction (RCC / load-bearing / prefab)
  • Current use of the property (residential / commercial / mixed)
  • Existing insurance policy (if any, for renewal)
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Does building insurance cover the contents inside the property?
Standard building insurance covers only the physical structure — walls, roof, floors, doors, fixed fittings and built-in fixtures. Contents such as furniture, electronics and valuables require a separate Home Contents or Office Contents insurance policy. We can bundle both covers for you.
Is building insurance mandatory for a home loan?
Most banks and housing finance companies require property insurance as a condition of sanctioning a home loan. The lender's interest is noted on the policy as a co-insured party. Shah Insurance assists borrowers in arranging the required cover quickly and at competitive rates.
What is the difference between market value and reinstatement value?
Market value includes land value and location premium — it is the price at which a property can be bought or sold. Reinstatement value is the actual cost of rebuilding the structure using current construction rates. Building insurance is always based on reinstatement value (excluding land), as land cannot be destroyed.
Does building insurance cover flood damage in Mumbai?
Yes, most comprehensive building insurance policies cover flood and inundation as a standard included peril (or as an add-on rider). Given Mumbai's history of severe flooding, this cover is essential. Our advisors ensure your policy explicitly includes flood cover with no hidden sublimits.
Can tenants insure a building they do not own?
Only the owner (or a mortgagee bank) can insure the building structure. However, tenants can and should take out a separate Contents / Tenant's Liability insurance policy to protect their own belongings and improvements made to the rented premises. We offer both owner and tenant cover solutions.
How quickly can a claim be filed and settled?
In the event of damage, you should immediately notify Shah Insurance and your insurer. We assign a dedicated claims manager who arranges a surveyor visit, assists with documentation and follows up until final settlement. Standard claims are typically settled within 15–30 working days depending on complexity.

Your Building Deserves the Best Protection

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