In modern construction, trust is everything. Whether you’re managing a multi-million-pound development or a single bespoke build, client confidence determines your success as much as your technical ability. While transparency, project delivery, and communication remain essential, one often overlooked tool for building that confidence is construction insurance. Continue reading “How to Use Construction Insurance to Build Client Confidence”
The UK’s construction industry has long been a pillar of the economy, delivering iconic structures and modern infrastructure across the country. But every constructor knows that behind every grand project there are hidden risks, liabilities and challenges that can quickly lead to costly insurance claims.
Some of these claims have made history, not just for their size but for the hard lessons they impart to builders, contractors and insurers alike. Continue reading “Lessons Learned from the Biggest Construction Insurance Claims in UK History”
Civil engineers are the backbone of modern infrastructure. They shape the roads we drive on, the bridges that connect cities and the water systems that keep daily life running smoothly. But with such responsibility comes a level of risk few professions can match. Mistakes, accidents, or unforeseen events can quickly turn a well-managed project into a financial and legal nightmare. Continue reading “Why Civil Engineers Need Specialist Insurance (And How to Get It)”
The UK construction industry approaches the final quarter of 2025 with cautious optimism, navigating a landscape that is both promising and increasingly complex.
While output is forecast to grow by around 2% this year, this figure only hints at the deeper challenges and opportunities beneath the surface. Continue reading “UK Construction Market Forecast Q4 2025”
Property development can be one of the most rewarding investments in the construction sector, but it comes with a wide range of risks. Whether you are renovating a single house, converting a commercial building, or developing a large residential site, each type of project carries unique challenges. Having the right insurance in place is essential to protect your investment, satisfy lenders, and ensure that you are financially secure if something goes wrong.
Continue reading “Types of Property Developments & Insurance”
If you run a trade business or work as a sole trader, the right insurance is as important as your tools. A solid policy protects your reputation, your cash flow and your clients when the unexpected happens. This guide explains what Trades Insurance is, who needs it, what it should include, and how to buy cover that actually fits the work you do on site.
If you are an air conditioning company, it is important to have the right insurance in place. Air con companies face a lot of risks, from property damage to injuries to third-party losses. Without the right insurance, you could be facing a lot of financial hardship if something goes wrong. In this article, we will discuss the different types of insurance that air con companies should consider. We will also talk about how to find the right insurance policy for your business. Continue reading “Insurance for Air Conditioning Companies”
There are not many insurers can provide liability insurance for Safety Netting contractors or even understand what they do, but at Construction insure we have extensive knowledge of the trade and how the nets are there to protect workers on site. Safety netting is a high-risk trade which must come with the right insurance and we are here to help you get that at a very competitive premium. Continue reading “Insurance for Safety Netting Contractors”
The environmental impact of the construction industry is high, but there are ways to make it more sustainable. Green buildings and sustainable construction methods are becoming more common in the UK, but we can’t stop there. We need to continue to find ways to make the construction industry more environmentally friendly if we want to have a sustainable future. Continue reading “Sustainability in the Construction Industry”
If you’re a roofer working on homes or garages built before the year 2000, there’s a good chance you’ll come across asbestos at some point. It was widely used in roofing materials, soffits, insulation boards, and pipework for decades, and although it’s now banned, many homes still contain it – often hidden beneath newer layers.
So what should you do if you find it? What are the risks, and are you covered by insurance?
Let’s break it down.
Continue reading “What Should You Do if You Discover Asbestos While Roofing?”
