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Insurance January 22, 2019

How to Save Money on Thatched Roof Property Insurance

Thatched roof properties can be notoriously expensive to insurance. The main reason being that the cost of rebuilding/repairing a thatched roof takes specialist expertise that fewer and fewer people have. The good news is that if you’re thinking of buying a thatched roof property there are some very reliable ways to keep costs down. With this in mind, below are some of the best ways to save money thatched roof property insurance. Make the property secure Security is always something you should make a priority if you’re looking to save money on property insurance. Insurance providers will always consider how likely your property is to be targeted by thieves, vandals and arsonists when calculating the cost of a policy so you should take any steps you can to make your property more secure. A good way to make your property secure is by getting good locks on doors and windows. It’s also a good idea to improve privacy, by getting curtains or bifold door blinds if you have bifold doors. Grey bifold door blinds are popular due to being inconspicuous but still being classy. Get a lot of quotes This one should be obvious. Quotes can vary greatly from one…

Insurance February 12, 2018

Getting Insurance With a Drink Driving Conviction

Drink driving is a common problem in the UK and although the number of deaths and serious injuries caused by drink driving have reduced significantly over the last few decades, it’s still something that causes a lot of issues for everyone concerned. Drink driving is usually discouraged because of the harm you could cause to passengers, pedestrians and other road users. True as this is, even if you’re not involved in an accident while drink driving, it could still have serious consequences for your life. Do you have to declare your conviction to insurance providers? One of the first things that people who have a drink driving conviction want to know when they’re looking to get car insurance is whether or not they need to declare their conviction. This will depend on whether your conviction is spent or unspent. Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, some convictions must be considered ‘spent’ after a certain period of time. A spent conviction is simply one that you’re no longer obligated to declare. It’s important to note that even if your conviction is spent, some insurance providers might want to know about it. It’s important to be honest in this case…

Insurance October 2, 2017

Types of Taxi Insurance

If you work as a taxi driver then one of the most important things you need to do is make sure you’re covered by getting the right type of insurance. Below are the different types of taxi insurance you can get as well as the different factors that affect the cost of taxi insurance. Taxi insurance cover options Private hire – Private hire taxis are those that can only be booked in advance i.e. they cannot pick up passengers from the street and also cannot display a taxi sign. Private hire taxi insurance is usually cheaper. Public hire – Public hire taxis are able to display a taxi sign and drivers can pick customers up while they’re between fares. Road risks – Insurance for road risks is something that every taxi driver must have as a minimum. The lowest level of insurance you can get in order for your taxi to be road legal is third party only. This will protect other road users if you’re involved in a collision where you’re to blame. For more protection for your own vehicle then you should get a comprehensive policy. Legal issues – You can get cover for legal issues added to…
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Business Security July 30, 2017

The Importance of Safety for Taxi Firms

If you run a taxi firm then you have to make security a priority in order to protect your business, reduce the chance of theft and lower the cost of your taxi insurance. Below are some of the steps to take in order to protect your business and make it more secure – Get a good insurance policy One of the most important steps you need to take in order to make your business more secure is getting a good taxi insurance policy. The type of policy you need will depend on how large your business is and what type of vehicles you need to insure. It’s usually best to get a fleet insurance policy so you can insurance all your vehicles together under one easy-to-manage policy. You can choose what level of cover you need but it’s always recommended that you get public liability insurance breakdown assistance included. Hire reliable drivers Hiring reliable drivers is another excellent way to make your business more secure. This is because reliable drivers will reduce the chance of you having to make a claim on your insurance. Generally the best type of drivers to hire are those who are over the age of…

Vehicle Security May 19, 2017

How to Make Your Motorhome Secure

If you own a motorhome then you’ll want to take any steps you can in order to make it safe, both while at home and while you’re travelling in it. With this in mind, below are some of the best ways to keep your motorhome secure. Bring valuables with you When you’re using your motorhome for a camping trip, it can be easy to assume that your valuable possessions aren’t at risk of being stolen but this is not the case. You should never leave expensive items such as mobile phones or tablets on display in your motorhome since they can easily attract thieves. If you do have to keep valuables in your motorhome then make sure they’re at least out of sight. Get a good motorhome insurance policy Some common types of cover you can have included in a motorhome insurance policy include – Contents cover – Contents cover is always highly recommended when taking out a motorhome insurance policy. It will protect the contents of your motorhome for theft and damage. Certains items such as jewellery are not covered by all providers so be sure to find out when taking out your cover. Road risks – Road risks…

Business Security, Vehicle Security May 12, 2017

Protecting Your Motor Trade Business

When you run a business in the motor trade you must take steps to protect your business in order to decrease the chance of break-ins and other risks as well as keeping your insurance affordable. The risks you face will depend on the type of motor trade business you run. Below is some advice on getting the right type of motor trade insurance policy as well as some recommended security measures to take to make your business safer. Motor trade insurance Motor trade insurance is a special type of cover that’s designed for people who run businesses in the motor trade. A motor trade insurance policy enables you to protect all aspects of your business. Below are some common types of cover – Road risks – This type of policy will enable you and your staff to work on customer vehicles legally. This also includes transporting them. You can get third party cover; third party, fire and theft or fully comprehensive. Combined policy – A combined policy is extremely useful for those who work in the motor trade since it enables you to cover customer and company vehicles as well as your premises, including stock, tools and cash. Part-time policy…

Business Security, Vehicle Security May 5, 2017

Protecting Yourself And Your Vehicle as a Minibus Taxi Owner Driver

If you work as a taxi driver and drive a minibus then you’ll want to take the necessary steps to protect both yourself and your vehicle while you’re working. Driving a taxi can come with some unique risks so safety should always be a priority. Below are some great ways to make your vehicle more secure as well as some advice on getting the right type of cover. Recommended security measures In-car CCTV – As far as protecting yourself goes – installing in-car CCTV is one of the best measures you can take. Depending on the company you work for, they might insist that you have in-car CCTV installed so there’s evidence if an attack or other incident took place in your taxi. In-car CCTV acts as an excellent deterrent to people who might otherwise be unruly or even attack you, especially people under the influence of alcohol. Dash cam – There are many great dash cams available now and most are very affordable. Dash cams are great for proving who was at fault for an accident. They’re particularly useful for taxi drivers since being involved in an incident where someone was injured or killed could cost you your job…

Business Security April 29, 2017

Steps to Make Your Company Vehicles Safe

If you run a company that relies on the use of vehicles then you should take every step you can in order to make them safe. Below are some of the best ways to do this. Hire reliable drivers There are many measures you can take in order to keep your company vehicles safe but when they’re actually being used, the best way to prevent the risk of damage, theft, liability claims etc. is to hire reliable drivers. Reliable drivers that have a clean driving history and plenty of experience will be much less likely to be involved in incidents that could damage your vehicles and cost your business money. Reliable, experienced drivers is good not only for protecting your vehicles but it can also save you money by lowering your insurance costs. Get a good insurance policy Whatever type of vehicles you have, you’ll need to get a good insurance policy to cover them for risks such as theft, fire damage, vandalism and write offs. A fleet policy is usually the best idea since it’s easier to manage than separate policies and usually a lot cheaper too. If you have trucks that need to be insured and you’re looking…

Business Security April 22, 2017

How to Transport a Horse Safely

If you own a horse, or multiple horses, then being able to transport them safely is very important. Horses are large, heavy, expensive animals so safety is always a big concern when transporting them. Below are some tips for transporting a horse safely. Invest in the right equipment The two main options for transporting a horse are – A horse trailer – A horse trailer is exactly what it sounds like a provides a simple and effective way to transport a horse by attaching a trailer to your existing vehicle. A horsebox – A horsebox is a specially designed vehicle that’s used for transporting horses. Unlike a horse trailer, with a horsebox, the cabin and the trailer for the horse are combined into one vehicle. Horseboxes provide the best protection but they do cost more and will need to be insured with a special policy. Make sure your vehicle is powerful enough to pull a horse trailer If you use a horse trailer then you should be sure that your vehicle is powerful enough to tow it. Most cars should be up to the job but some electric cars might not have the required power so if you are an…

Business Security April 10, 2017

Private vs Public Hire Taxi Firms – Which is Safer to Run?

If you’ve ever considered running a taxi firm then there’s plenty that you need to know before making the plunge. One of the most important decisions to make is whether the firm will be public hire or private hire. Before looking at which is safer and easier to insure, let’s first cover the differences between the two types of taxi firms. Public hire Public hire taxis can display a ‘taxi’ sign on the outside of the cab. They can also pick up passengers from the street. Private hire Private hire taxis must be booked in advance from the head office (or increasingly -online). Private hire taxis cannot be hailed from the street. So which is safer? As you might have already guessed, private hire taxis are generally safer – both for operators and drivers. This is because the type of passengers you will get differs quite a lot. Private hire firms get a lot of corporate bookings for example, whereas public hire firms deal with a lot of drunk and unruly passengers. This is of course a simplification and there is in reality a lot of cross-over in the types of passengers that both firms get. However the risks with…