Renovation & Works Policies

When undertaking renovation products at your home, it is important to know that you are suitably protected. From issues with contractor insurances that could leave you open, to catering for requirements such as joint names insurance as a requirement of a JCT, these policies are designed to ensure you & your home are fully protected from start to finish so you can enjoy your home once the project is completed.

What does it cover?

These policies are designed to cover you for your duration of your works, from the existing structure of the buildings, the value of the works themselves, and the associated liabilities.

The starting levels of cover for these policies are:

  • Existing Structure
  • Contract Works
  • Public Liability

Optional additional covers:

  • Non-negligence liability
  • Terrorism
  • Contents
  • Hired equipment

Who needs it?

There are a number of circumstances where a renovation project may invalidate a standard household policy, and as such we always urge making use on a specialist renovation project in the following circumstances:

Projects over £75,000 including VAT

This is often the threshold in standard household policy wordings where any projects over this value will not be covered, and may cause the policy to be voided in it’s entirety.

Projects involving Structural Works

This are often the projects which have the highest risk, and any issues with your contractor’s insurance could result in you facing the cost of any repairs to your, or your neighbours properties.

    Contract Requirements

    If you have a contract in place between you and your contractor, such as a JCT Minor Works or RIBA Professional Services, it is often a stipulation that the insurance is in Joint Names. This means a standard household policy will often be voided by the works and you not have cover in place.

      What Ellis David provide to our clients

      How we help

      From day one, a member of our experience team will be your direct point of contact, who will be able to assess your personal circumstances, make appropriate recommendations for suitable coverage, as well as helping recommend steps you can take to protect yourself.

      Comprehensive panel of insurers

      We are frequently assessing all the insurers we recommend ensuring that each policy offered will provide you with high levels of cover, expert claims service, and based on strong relationships with the underwriters we trust.

      Ongoing Commitment

      As a client of Ellis David, your relationship with us isn’t limited to the renewal. We are here for you throughout the year to offer advice, whether it be a specific query, i there are any precautions we can recommend to help protect you and your assets, or whether it is to update the policy to account for relevant changes such as new purchases, renovations or claims advise.

      Trusted partner network

      Over many years in the industry, we have cultivated a list of professionals our clients have used to safeguard them and their assets comprehensively, from surveys, valuers and antiques experts to security specialists, mortgage providers and leak detection companies

        How to get a quote with Ellis David

        If you wish to discuss your requirements with our experienced team, please give us a call on 0207 354 3881, email the team on private.clients@ellisdavid.com, or complete the contact form below and one of our team will reach out to you.

         

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