Insurance for your business

Roofers’ insurance tailored for your business

Roofers tend to have higher premiums than other tradesmen because of the risks of working at height, sometimes with heat.  That’s why it’s important to get tailored roofers insurance including key covers such as public liability insurance.

Buying roofers’ insurance with Simply Business

We’ve made buying roofers’ insurance simple, quick and great value!

   1. Build your ideal policy using our simple form
   2. Compare quotes from a range of trusted insurers
   3. Choose a quote and buy it online
   4. Speak to our UK insurance team if you get stuck
   5. Access your documents online instantly

Building your business insurance policy

You may need several insurance covers for roofers included in your policy.
These core covers should help you get started:

Public liability insurance – covers the cost of a claim if one of your clients or member of the public is injured or killed, or if their property is damaged because of your business.

Read our article: Why is public liability important?

Employers’ liability insurance – if you have employees or hire contractors, casual workers or temporary staff, you are required by law to take out employers’ liability cover. It will pay the cost of a claim from an employee who has been injured at work, or who has become seriously ill as a result of working for you.

Details to look out for

• Check the policy documents before you buy for exclusions and excess – with
• If you keep your tools in your van overnight you may need extra cover – there may also be restrictions on where the van is kept (ie. in a garage on on the drive)