Many businesses in the construction and demolition industry understand the importance of a professional risk management strategy that is supported by a market-leading insurance programme.

Combining our group experience, we have worked with construction and demolition companies of all sizes and specialties for over 50 years. Whether you are an individual tradesman, or a large contractor, you can be assured that our specialist team will secure a competitive insurance programme to protect your business.

We understand that every business has different requirements and we have particular expertise in arranging specialist construction risks which you may struggle to find cover for elsewhere. Whether you need advice on liability cover, motor and plant, warranties or even performance bonds, our expert team are more than capable of supporting you with any insurance matter.

WHY SPECIALIST RISK INSURANCE SOLUTIONS?

WHY SPECIALIST RISK INSURANCE SOLUTIONS?

We have over 50 years of experience in arranging insurance for construction businesses


We are approved by, and partner to multiple trade associations in your sector


We can offer a discreet review to identify cover enhancements and competitive terms that we can achieve


We work with top insurers and have direct access to the Lloyd’s of London market through our Group brand


We are proud to be members of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC) and CONSTRUCT and we work very closely them to offer bespoke solutions to their members.

Due to our experience of looking after these sectors, we are able to negotiate key policy enhancements including:

  • No height & depth restrictions
  • No hazardous works / locations restrictions
  • Financial loss extension
  • Workable Bona-Fide sub-contractor & hot works conditions
  • Licensed Asbestos Cover to full policy limit
  • Risk Management and Health & Safety Assistance
  • Environmental Impairment Liability
  • HSE Fees for Intervention cover
  • Low Claims rebates / Long Term Agreements
  • Collateral Warranty checking service

WHO IS IT FOR?

We can arrange cover for all types of individuals and businesses in the Construction and Demolition sectors, but we have extensive knowledge of the below:

  • Civil Engineers & Groundworkers
  • Reinforced Concrete Frame contractors
  • Rail contractors
  • Roofing & Scaffolding contractors
  • Plumbing / Electrical / HVAC & Mechanical Engineers
  • General builders
  • Structural steel erectors
  • Plant hirers
  • Demolition and dismantling contractors
  • Asbestos removal contractors
  • Site clearanc
  • Haulage & Aggregate contractors
  • Labour supply and site logistics
  • Shopfitters

WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

Our approach is tailored to each business that we work with. Typical covers we look at for construction and demolition businesses include:

Crime cover protects you from both internal and external fraudulent activities, helping to get your business up and…
Cyber Insurance offers comprehensive cover and if required, helps deal with reputation management…
Directors’ and Officers’ provides financial protection for the potential defence and damage costs for the leaders…
Employers’ Liability, Public Liability and Product Liability are key to protect your business against the diverse…
Goods in Transit insurance provides cover for theft, loss, or damage of goods whilst they are being transported…
Machinery and Plant is a vital cover to protect necessary plant and equipment used by industries such as…
Our combined Material Damage and Business Interruption cover provides businesses with full protection…
Motor Fleet protects the fleet of vehicles that your business operates under one insurance policy…
Personal Accident and Travel cover protects a business’s directors, partners and/or employees if they suffer…
Professional Indemnity covers the legal costs and any resulting compensation payments if a client alleges…

CYBER CASE STUDY

Miles Smith, now Specialist Risk Insurance Solutions, was asked by a large nationwide retailer to undertake a thorough review of its insurance provisions to highlight any potential gaps in cover.

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Solutions
"When large/complex claims occur, Specialist Risk are right alongside us. This was typified when a significant fire affected one of our sites several years ago. The business interruption claim alone totalled several million pounds but Miles Smith Insurance Solutions, now Specialist Risk Insurance Solutions settled the claim within a 2-month period, meaning the impact on our business was minimised and flexibility retained."

Belfield Group

Group Finance Director

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Where is Specialist Risk Insurance Solutions located?

Our head office is in the City of London, the address is:

One America Square, 17 Crosswall, London, EC3N 2LB. We also have offices in Croydon and Ampthill, Bedfordshire however we are currently working remotely due to COVID-19.

Does my trade fall within Specialist Risk’s appetite?

We work with all types of trades across a multitude of industry sectors. Please call us to discuss your specific needs and our expert team will be happy to assist.

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