Business Details
19 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Business Insurance Solutions
Founded in 2007, Direct Line for Business has established itself as a leading provider of tailored insurance solutions across the UK. With over 500,000 business policies nationwide, we specialise in delivering comprehensive coverage for landlords, tradespeople, and businesses of all sizes. Our commitment to customer-centric service is reflected in our 13 consecutive wins as Best Landlord Insurance Provider at the What Mortgage Awards. We offer flexible policies that allow clients to customise their coverage, ensuring they only pay for what they need. Our team of insurance specialists provides expert support for policy management, renewals, and claims, backed by 24/7 webchat assistance. As part of the Direct Line Group, we combine industry expertise with innovative digital tools to simplify insurance for our customers.Our comprehensive van insurance includes unique benefits like courtesy vans during repairs, while our business insurance options cover risks from cyber threats to property damage. We pride ourselves on transparency, with no admin fees for policy changes and a guarantee to beat competitors' quotes for equivalent cover. Our dedication to quality service is further demonstrated through our Trustpilot reviews and industry recognition. Whether you're a start-up or an established enterprise, we provide the protection and support needed to navigate modern business challenges confidently.
Services
Landlord Insurance
Van Insurance
Public Liability Insurance
Business Insurance
Tradesperson Insurance
Commercial Van Insurance
Rent Guarantee Insurance
Home Business Insurance
Cyber Insurance
Tools Insurance
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer no admin fees for policy changes
- We provide 0% APR on first-year payments
- We cover over 500,000 businesses nationwide
- We've won 13 consecutive industry awards
- We provide 24/7 customer support and claims service
Associations and certifications
- Prudential Regulation Authority
What people say
Comprehensive coverage
Reliable service
Award-winning
24/7 support
Tailored solutions
Services
Van Insurance
Our comprehensive van insurance provides coverage for business use, including accidental damage, theft, and vandalism. We offer unique benefits like courtesy vans during repairs and protection for tools and equipment up to 500. Policies can be tailored with optional extras such as motor legal expenses and enhanced courtesy van coverage.
Business Insurance
Customisable business insurance packages cover risks from property damage to cyber threats. Options include public liability, professional indemnity, and employers' liability insurance. Additional covers for business interruption, stock protection, and legal expenses ensure comprehensive risk management for SMEs across various industries.
Landlord Insurance
Specialist landlord insurance offers buildings and contents protection, rent guarantee cover, and emergency assistance. Policies cater to single properties and portfolios, with options for short-term lets and commercial landlord requirements. Additional protections include legal expenses and business interruption coverage.
Public Liability Insurance
This essential cover protects businesses against claims for property damage or bodily injury caused to third parties. Available in 1m to 10m limits, it covers legal defence costs and compensation payments. Particularly valuable for tradespeople, retailers, and service providers interacting with customers.
Cyber Insurance
Cyber insurance safeguards against data breaches and cyber attacks, covering financial losses, reputation management, and system recovery. Features include 24/7 incident response support, data restoration costs, and coverage for regulatory fines where insurable by law. Requires compliance with security protocols.
Questions
What types of business insurance do you offer?
We provide public liability, professional indemnity, employers' liability, buildings, contents, business interruption, cyber, and legal expenses cover. Policies can be customised to suit specific business needs.
Do you offer van insurance for personal use?
Yes, we provide private van insurance for non-commercial use, including commuting. Commercial use requires our dedicated business van insurance policy.
How can I reduce my van insurance premium?
Premiums can be reduced by maintaining a no-claims discount, installing security features, limiting annual mileage, and choosing appropriate coverage levels without unnecessary extras.
What is included in your landlord insurance?
Our landlord insurance covers buildings, contents, rent guarantee, and emergency repairs. Additional options include legal expenses, loss of rent protection, and coverage for multiple properties.
Do you provide insurance for home-based businesses?
Yes, we offer home business insurance covering contents, stock, and liability risks. This includes protection for equipment used in home offices and coverage during off-site business activities.
What cyber insurance protections are available?
Our cyber insurance covers financial losses from data breaches, system recovery costs, and reputation management. It includes 24/7 incident response support and compliance with security requirements.
