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How to be an owner builder in Victoria

Any one considering to become an owner builder in Victoria should start at the most obvious place – Victorian Building Authority’s website. Starting at this place will ensure that you are on the right side of the law and the legalities of being an owner builder. VBA outline the entire process to make sure owner … Read more

Electrical Contractor Insurance SA

Many have been lead to believe that Electrical Contractor Insurance in SA is expensive because Electricians are a high risk trade. You know what,There’s NO NEED to believe this BS. Keep in mind: Electrician insurance is cheaper in SA than any other state in Australia Good insurance starts around $411 for 12 months or around … Read more

Electrical Contractor Insurance WA

Insurance industry thrives on keeping things complex and confusing, how else would customer pay more for their insurance? You know what? There’s NO NEED. Keep in mind: Good insurance starts around $439 for 12 months or around $40 per month. Plenty of insurers to chose from, all wanting your business. The benefit a specialist broker … Read more

Electrician Insurance NSW

Unlike Queensland, Electrician Insurance in NSW is very reasonably priced with many insurers competing for your business. Keep in mind that: Prices start around $489 for 12 months or around $45 per month. Plenty of insurers to chose from, so pick an insurer that pay claims. (We can help) Employ a specialist broker that has … Read more

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Electrical Contractors Insurance QLD

Electrical contractors insurance qld Electrical Contractors Insurance QLD Done Properly & Promptly Whether its your first time getting the Electrician Insurance or you are looking for a better renewal, we can help you! Electrician Insurance in QLD is expensive in general, more so than other states. Who’s to blame? Consumer Protection Legislation in QLD results … Read more

Electrical Contractors Insurance Victoria

Don’t trust anyone who says Electrical Contractors Insurance in Victoria is expensive. Keep in mind that: Good Insurance prices start around $455 for 12 months or around $45 per month. Insure with only good insurers who actually pay claims. (We can help) Employ a broker that has skin in the game with you. CoverTradie’s pricing … Read more

Electrical Contractors Insurance

Many Electrical Contractors end up paying too much for their insurance because: They saw/heard an ad and bought insurance without getting comparative quotes Their broker didn’t know which insurer was offering the best price for their insurance Believed the story that all trades are a high risk and accepted high premiums are okay CoverTradie’s insights … Read more

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Small Business Insurance For Plumbers

Small Business Insurance for Plumbers facts: Plumbers Insurance is expensive compared to other common trades Victorian Plumbers pay the higher rates than their counterparts in other states Plumbing drives a higher number of claims and greater damage than other trades Many insurers simply avoid insuring plumbers or charge too much for this very reason It’s … Read more

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Plumbers Insurance NSW

Plumbers in NSW don’t have to pay as much as their Victorian counterparts. They still pay a little more than plumbers in other states though. Its important to get your plumbing insurance sorted out correctly because not all insurance companies treat all occupations equally. The prices and exclusions vary a bit between insurers which creates … Read more

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Plumbers Insurance Victoria

Some key facts: Plumbers Insurance Victoria policy needs to be compliant with VBA requirements Plumbers Liability Insurance costs more in Victoria than other common trades VBA require specific certificate of currency wording to renew your plumbers licence Many insurers are now charging high water damage excess Plumbers Liability Insurance Plumbers Insurance Victoria is more expensive … Read more

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Public Liability Insurance WA Cost

Many Tradies end up paying too much for their insurance because of one or more of the following reasons: Their broker didn’t know which insurer was offering the best price for their insurance They took advice from a mate who recommended somebody they knew Their bookkeeper put them on to their “insurance broking mate” Believed … Read more

Contract Works Insurance: Protect Your Projects Like A True Professional

Contract Works Insurance – What Does It Cover?

This is post 3 of 3 in the series “Contract Works Insurance” Contract Works Insurance Explained Who needs Contract Works Insurance? Contract Works Insurance – What Does It Cover? Contract Works Insurance covers losses or damages happening to your projects due to certain events. Events that are not excluded by the policy. We discussed the … Read more

Contract Works Insurance: Protect Your Projects Like A True Professional

Who needs Contract Works Insurance?

This is post 2 of 3 in the series “Contract Works Insurance” Contract Works Insurance Explained Who needs Contract Works Insurance? Contract Works Insurance – What Does It Cover? No one grows up thinking one day they are going to need Contract Works Insurance so I better learn about it. When you need it though, … Read more

Contract Works Insurance: Protect Your Projects Like A True Professional

Contract Works Insurance Explained

This is post 1 of 3 in the series “Contract Works Insurance” Contract Works Insurance Explained Who needs Contract Works Insurance? Contract Works Insurance – What Does It Cover? We reckon at least 90% of Builders & Tradies (new or experienced) have not been explained the details of their Contract Works Insurance by their broker. … Read more

Why Are Home Insurance Prices Set To Go Up

Many people don’t know but Home Insurance prices are likely to jump quite a bit over the next few months. Having spent many years in the portfolio/pricing manager role in large insurers, my responsibilities in those days was to ensure that our insurance business doesn’t make a loss due to poor pricing decisions. Pricing decisions … Read more

Public Liability Insurance Cost QLD

Many Tradies end up paying too much for their insurance because of one or more of the following reasons: Their broker didn’t know which insurer was offering the best price for their insurance They took advice from a mate who recommended somebody they knew Their bookkeeper put them on to their “insurance broking mate” Believed … Read more

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Public Liability Insurance Cost Victoria

The lack of good understanding of the Public Liability Insurance Cost in Victoria results in many Tradies paying too much for their insurance. CoverTradie research can help you get a better understanding of insurance pricing and make an informed choice. Let’s face it, who doesn’t want a good deal? Actually, getting a good deal is … Read more

Public Liability Insurance Cost NSW

Public Liability Insurance Cost NSW

Tradesman’s guide to Public Liability Insurance Cost in NSW Just like the cost of living and real estate is higher in NSW compared to other states, the premium quoted by insurers for Tradies Insurance in NSW is higher compared to other states also. CoverTradie insights on pricing of Public Liability Insurance for Tradesmen will help … Read more

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Public Liability Insurance for Concreters

Many concreters are either under-insured or spending too much on their insurance. CoverTradie sets-up your insurance properly so that you have the right cover without spending a dollar more than you should. The knowledge of a few little things will help you make better decisions when you get your Public Liability Insurance for Concreters. In … Read more

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Landscaping Business Insurance Cost

Many landscapers end up paying too much for their insurance because of one or more of the following reasons: Their broker didn’t know which insurer was offering the best price for their insurance They took advice from a mate who recommended somebody they knew Their bookkeeper put them on to their “insurance broking mate” Believed … Read more

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Carpenters Public Liability Insurance Cost

Many carpenters end up paying too much for their insurance because of one or more of the following reasons: Their broker didn’t know which insurer was offering the best price for their insurance They took advice from a mate who recommended someone Their bookkeeper put them on to their “insurance broking mate” Believed the furphy … Read more

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Electrician Public Liability Insurance Cost

Electrician Public Liability Insurance Cost Are you paying a fair price for your Electrician Insurance? Read on and get the right insurance cover! CoverTradie insights on pricing of Public Liability Insurance for Electrical Contractors will help you get an idea of what prices are being offered and what you should accept. See chart below: After … Read more

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Plumbers Public Liability Insurance Cost

Plumbers Public Liability Insurance Cost Plumbers Public Liability Insurance policies can be expensive, with nasty exclusions and specific excesses that can affect coverage. Making a wrong choice when getting insurance can result in significant losses that must be avoided. With CoverTradie’s insights below on Plumbers Public Liability Insurance Cost. You will be able to get … Read more

What is Tradies Insurance?

Ever wondered what is the term Tradies Insurance all about, what does it cover and how is it relevant to your business? Learn with this short video.

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