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The Implications for Contractors of Projects Delayed by Flood or Storm Damage

by Ben Rickard | Feb 24, 2023 | Insurance

When a site is affected by flood or storm there are a number of implications and considerations for builders to be aware of. Some sites may be cut off but not damaged, others may require extensive remediation.

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Tips for Builders When Dealing with Insurance Repair Work

by Ben Rickard | Feb 22, 2023 | Insurance

Guide to help builders avoid the pitfalls of flood remediation insurance claims.

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Advice for Flood Affected Home & Business Owners

by Ben Rickard | Feb 22, 2023 | Insurance

How to ensure your insurance claim will run as smoothly as possible.

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Why Do Good Businesses Use a Broker?

by Ben Rickard | Nov 16, 2022 | Insurance

You might pay a bit more to use the services of an insurance broker compared to buying your insurance directly from an insurer. Is that extra cost worth it? Here are a few reasons why it might be a good investment.

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Real Examples of Under Insurance Costing Clients

by Ben Rickard | Oct 7, 2022 | Insurance

It's been a bad month for under-insurance, with three claim examples that should serve as a reminder to everyone to double check your cover is sufficient. Motor Home Crushed By Falling Tree This sounds like an unlikely scenario, but it is precisely what happened to a...

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Why Use A Broker Vs A Cheap Online Option?

by Ben Rickard | Sep 14, 2022 | Insurance

It's true. You might pay a bit more to use the services of an insurance adviser compared to buying your insurance directly from an insurer online. Is that extra cost worth it? We think so, and here are a few reasons why: 1. Do you really know what you are getting?...

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Recent Policy Enhancements and Key Benefits of Builtin’s Cover

by Ben Rickard | Aug 5, 2022 | Insurance

From the first of August 2022 Builtin’s cover includes some new benefits. Check them out along with other key features.

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Changes to the EQC Levy (on House Insurance)

by Ben Rickard | Jul 27, 2022 | Insurance

From 1 October 2022, the amount of a house insured by EQC is increasing from $150,000 to $300,000 (+ GST).

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Health & Safety Subcontractors

Why does an LBP need insurance?

by Ben Rickard | Jun 7, 2022 | Insurance

LBP Cover is essential for LBPs that want to avoid the costs of defending a complaint, or if they are alleged to have made mistakes in RoW documents or when supervising non-LBPs.

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Tips for how to navigate risky economic conditions

by Ben Rickard | Jun 3, 2022 | Bonds, Insurance

What measures can builders and other trade businesses take to be prepared for financial pressures, given volatile trading conditions in the building industry and the potential coming downturn?

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Collapsed Scaffolding

Are you responsible if anything happens to the scaffolding you’ve hired?

by Ben Rickard | May 25, 2022 | Insurance

Would it surprise you to know that hire contracts for scaffolding commonly require the builder to accept full responsibility for loss, theft or damage to it? It may even require you to insure the scaffolding during the hire period. So, if you haven’t taken cover out...

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5 Reasons To Choose Builtin

by Ben Rickard | May 14, 2022 | Insurance

Here are the top 5 reasons our customers tell us they choose Builtin as their insurance partner for their construction or trade business.

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