With all of the tools of your trade including saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, welding torches, and testing equipment, it’s easy to see how accidents can happen. Even the slightest thing can turn into a major issue in a short amount of time. This is why public liability insurance is so vital to have. It makes certain that you are covered from incidences that might occur, such as damage to public property. The smallest thing could create a huge headache of legal issues if the right coverage isn’t maintained. You never know when a member of the public could possibly come into harm, but with the right insurance you know you’ll be covered.
The amount of tools a pipe fitter uses is also something to consider when getting your insurance, at Tradesman Insurance 4u you can include optional extras such as tool cover which insures your hand tools, plant equipment as well as power tools from different kinds of loss, theft or damage. In your line of work, you may also want to cover yourself, should you have an accident and injure yourself at work, our personal accident insurance has got you covered.
Whether it's £1,000,000 or £10,000,000 you need, we've got you covered.
From professional indemnity insurance to additional tool cover, add all the cover you need with your public liability insurance in one quote form and we'll tailor your insurance policy to suit your needs.
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Most Pipe fitters start with public liability insurance. If you employ staff, you're 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.
If your work includes advice, designs, or technical specifications, professional indemnity insurance protects you if a client claims financial loss due to a mistake in your work. It’s particularly useful for trades offering expert guidance.
Cover levels typically range from £1 million to £10 million. The right level depends on the type of work you do and any contractual obligations. We’ll help guide you to the right option during your quote.
Yes. Whether you're working solo or running a small team, we offer tailored cover for self-employed Pipe fitters. You can include tools, personal accident, and other extras as needed.
Pipe fitters public liability insurance starts from £149.95 per year or £12.50 per month via Direct Debit (if your premium is over £200). Final costs depend on the work you do and the cover levels you choose.
Just complete our quick online form or call us on 02071 185247. You can also request a callback. We usually return quotes within 1 hour during business hours.
Policies are flexible and can be tailored to your needs. You can choose from:
It’s not required by law, but it’s strongly recommended. Many clients or contractors require it before allowing you on-site, and it protects against claims made by the public or customers.
Yes, if you employ anyone who’s not a direct family member. It’s a legal requirement with minimum cover of £5 million.
Public liability protects against injury or damage claims from third parties. Employers’ liability covers injuries or illness suffered by your staff as a result of their work.
Yes, personal accident cover is available as an optional extra. You could receive compensation of up to £10,000 for injuries or £20,000 in the event of death, depending on the circumstances.
Absolutely. Just select the types of cover you need when completing your quote. We’ll bundle everything into one convenient policy.
Yes—we offer Direct Debit plans to help spread the cost across monthly instalments, available on policies over £200.
Visit our full FAQ page or explore the insurance types section for more information about specific covers.
We're here to help take the stress out of insurance.
The world of insurance can be daunting, especially when relating to complicated matters such as liability and compensation when a claim is being made against you. Even before an official claim has been made, the team of legal advisors we work with will be there to help you.
In terms of the claim itself, our advisors can guide you through the steps you need to take to prepare and how to further protect yourself.
To discuss your insurance requirements further, or to make a claim on an existing policy you can call us on:
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Having professional indemnity insurance is deemed vital for all businesses that give advice or offer professional services to other businesses. It covers you in the event that you give out faulty advice that causes financial loss to a client. PI insurance, as it's also know, can be standalone coverage or added in combination with another policy. Here at Tradesman Insurance 4u, we offer between £250,000 and £5 million in professional indemnity coverage, helping greatly limit any risk to your business.
The core of a pipe fitters insurance policy will normally be public liability insurance, it's an often vital cover for yours and most other trades, as it can protect you if someone is injured or their property is damaged due to your business. Tradesman Insurance 4u offers between £1 million and £10 million in public liability cover at hugely competitive prices, to protect you against any related costs incurred.
As a business owner with employees, you are required by law to also have employers' liability insurance, which is designed to cover for claims from employees who have experienced accidents, suffered from injuries, or have fallen seriously ill as a direct result of working for your company. This is even more important for high-risk jobs such as in construction and other industrial-related trades.
