Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Rayleigh, Essex
Established in 2001, Redwood Business Insurance Services Insurance Brokers has built a reputation as a trusted family-run insurance brokerage serving businesses and individuals across Essex and the wider UK. Our commitment to expertise, honesty, and integrity underpins every client relationship, with a focus on delivering tailored insurance solutions that meet specific needs. With access to leading insurers and specialist coverage options, we provide comprehensive protection for commercial, personal, and niche insurance requirements. Our team of experienced professionals combines decades of industry knowledge with a client-centric approach, ensuring competitive premiums and first-class service. As an authorised and regulated firm by the Financial Conduct Authority, we maintain the highest standards of compliance and reliability.Our long-standing partnerships with insurers like Lloyds of London and membership in Bravo Networks enhance our ability to secure optimal coverage for clients. From motor trade and property owners' insurance to high-net-worth policies and specialist sectors like garden centres and electrical contractors, we offer bespoke solutions supported by expert advice. Our dedication to understanding client needs, combined with a strategic vision for innovation, ensures we remain a preferred insurance partner. We operate from our Essex-based office, serving local communities while extending our expertise nationwide. Through prompt assistance, transparent communication, and a focus on risk mitigation, we strive to deliver peace of mind and enduring value to every client.
Services
Business Insurance
Personal Insurance
Specialist Insurance
Motor Trade Insurance
Property Owners Insurance
Marine Cargo Insurance
Professional Indemnity Insurance
High Net Worth Insurance
Electrical Contractors Insurance
Garden Centres Insurance
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in commercial and personal insurance sectors.
- Our family-run business prioritises client relationships and tailored solutions.
- We offer access to leading insurers including Lloyds of London.
- Our team includes specialists with decades of industry expertise.
- We provide compliance support and market-leading coverage options.
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
Services
Business Insurance
We offer tailored business insurance solutions protecting against material damage, liability, and operational disruptions. Our policies cater to sectors like manufacturing, retail, and motor trade, ensuring comprehensive coverage for premises, assets, and legal risks. With access to top UK insurers, we provide competitive premiums and expert risk assessment.
Specialist Insurance
Our specialist insurance addresses unique risks in sectors like garden centres, electrical contracting, and security installation. We provide bespoke policies covering non-standard construction, stock in open spaces, and professional indemnity up to 2 million, ensuring tailored protection for complex industry requirements.
High Net Worth Insurance
We deliver custom insurance for valuable assets including luxury homes, classic cars, and personal collections. Our policies offer agreed valuations, confidentiality, and coverage extensions for high-net-worth individuals, combining market expertise with access to top-tier insurers for comprehensive asset protection.
Motor Trade Insurance
Our motor trade insurance protects dealerships, garages, and MOT centres with coverage for stock vehicles, public liability, and business contents. We offer competitive premiums through leading insurers, along with claims support and premium reduction advice tailored to automotive businesses.
Marine Cargo Insurance
We provide marine cargo insurance for domestic and international goods transport, covering loss, damage, and theft across land, sea, and air transit. Policies adhere to Institute Cargo Clauses and include flexible terms for storage risks, ensuring comprehensive protection for logistics and trading businesses.
People
Steve Hartley
CEO
With decades of insurance experience, Steve oversees compliance and service standards at Redwood Business Insurance Services Insurance Brokers. A qualified broker and IFA, he champions traditional customer care values while driving strategic growth for the business.
Paul
Corporate Development Director
Paul specialises in innovative insurance products for corporate clients. With a background in Lloyd's market risk placement, he focuses on securing tailored solutions for high-net-worth clients and corporate partnerships.
Andy
Office Manager
Bringing over 40 years of industry expertise, Andy manages accounting and compliance. His deep knowledge spans all insurance classes, with a focus on resolving complex motor and household insurance challenges.
Chris Kenny
Non-Executive Director
Chris provides underwriting expertise with 50 years at Lloyd's. As former CEO of an independent broking firm, he negotiates specialist coverage while maintaining interests in English studio pottery.
Kelly
Private Insurance Specialist
Kelly manages high-net-worth home insurance policies. With underwriting experience, she negotiates bespoke coverage and operates Redwood Business Insurance Services Insurance Brokers's in-house facility, balancing client needs with insurer requirements.
Questions
What types of insurance does Redwood Business Insurance Services Insurance Brokers offer?
We provide business, personal, and specialist insurance including motor trade, property owners, marine cargo, and high-net-worth policies.
Do you cover niche industries?
Yes, we specialise in insurance for garden centres, electrical contractors, security installers, and leisure industry businesses.
How can I get a tailored insurance quote?
Contact us via phone or our website form for a bespoke quote matching your specific requirements.
Are you regulated by industry authorities?
We are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for compliance and client protection.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Essex, we provide insurance solutions nationwide across the UK.
