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Tradesman insurance
Trade insurance you can trust
Tradespeople carry real responsibility on every job. Clients, sites and contracts expect you to have the right cover in place. Tradesman Insurance 4u helps you build public liability and optional extras around the work you actually do.
We have 27 specialist trade pages in the main menu with job-specific guidance — browse them for trade-specific tips before you quote.
Whether you are a sole trader or run a team, our online quote form covers 350+ trades — from builders, plumbers and electricians to cleaners and engineers. Start a quote to tell us about your trade and we will build cover around it.
Public liability £1m–£10m
Employers' liability
Tools & contract works
UK support, 8am–8pm
Core cover
Public and employers' liability
Most trades start with public liability insurance, from £1m to £10m depending on contracts and clients. If you employ staff, employers' liability is usually a legal requirement.
In the main menu, 27 specialist trade pages offer job-specific guidance for individual trades.
Flexible cover for 350+ trades through our quote form — browse those pages or start a quote for your trade.
Optional extras
Tools, indemnity and contract works
Add cover for tools and equipment, professional indemnity where advice or design is part of your work, and contract works for projects in progress.
UK support is available Mon to Fri, 8am to 8pm on 01773 810072, or request a callback.
Customer reviews
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5.0 out of 5 from 368 Google reviews
Very happy to continue with Tradesman Insurance. The contact was very helpful and straightforward in explaining my questions. I found the premium very reasonable in comparison and will continue with them.
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Tradesman Insurance FAQs
Top questions about tradesman insurance
What insurance does a tradesperson need?
Most tradespeople start with public liability insurance. If you employ staff, you are legally required to hold employers' liability insurance. Depending on your work, you may also need cover for tools, personal injury, professional indemnity or contract works.
How much does tradesman insurance cost?
Costs depend on your trade, turnover and the cover levels you choose. Complete our online form and we will come back with a quote built for you.
How do I get a quote?
Complete our quick online form or call us on 01773 810072. You can also request a callback.
Where can I find out more?
Visit our full FAQ page or explore the insurance types section for more information about specific covers.
Ready to get covered?
Start a quote now to tell us about your trade. It takes around five minutes.
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