Doc Summary
Webber Insurance is a specialist Australian insurance brokerage focused on businesses and professionals with complex or specialist insurance requirements.
Specialist industry focus #
We regularly work with clients across areas including:
- Engineering
- Building Design
- Architecture
- Construction
- Technology and IT
- Real Estate
- Defence
- Environmental consulting
- Professional services
- Trades
We also have specialist facilities for occupations including:
- Building Designers
- Interior Designers
- Energy Raters
- Landscape Designers and Landscape Architects
- Architects
- Town Planners
- Building Inspectors
- Land Surveyors
Complex insurance requirements #
Our clients can need insurance to satisfy:
- Professional registration
- Licensing
- Client contracts
- Government contracts
- Tender requirements
- Principal requirements
- Project-specific requirements
We can review those requirements from an insurance broking perspective and compare them with the available insurance arrangements.
Access to specialist markets #
Webber Insurance works with Australian insurers, specialist underwriting agencies and overseas insurance markets where appropriate.
The markets considered depend on the occupation, insurance product, risk and current insurer appetite.
Not every insurer is suitable or available for every risk.
Support beyond the initial quote #
Our role can include:
- Helping prepare insurer submissions
- Approaching suitable markets
- Comparing available quotations
- Explaining material differences in policy terms
- Arranging policy changes
- Reviewing insurance as the business changes
- Assisting with claims notifications
- Communicating with insurers during claims
The insurance ultimately available remains subject to insurer acceptance and the individual policy terms.
Contact our team if you would like to discuss whether Webber Insurance can assist with your business.
Frequently Asked Questions #
About Webber Insurance #
What does an insurance broker do?
An insurance broker helps clients identify risks, obtain and compare available insurance options, arrange cover, explain key terms and assist with claims. A broker does not necessarily have access to every insurer or product.
Read more about why clients may use an insurance broker.
Read the detailed article: Why use an insurance broker for a trade business.
General Advice Warning: The information on this page is general in nature and does not take your personal circumstances into account. You should consider whether it is appropriate for you and seek professional advice before making any decisions. For tailored advice, please contact Webber Insurance Services.What types of clients does Webber Insurance assist?
Webber Insurance assists Australian SMEs across construction and the built environment, professional services, technology, real estate, defence, environmental risks and other industries, along with selected personal insurance needs.
Read the detailed article: Who does Webber Insurance work with.
General Advice Warning: The information on this page is general in nature and does not take your personal circumstances into account. You should consider whether it is appropriate for you and seek professional advice before making any decisions. For tailored advice, please contact Webber Insurance Services.Does Webber Insurance deal with every insurer?
No. Webber works with a broad panel of insurers, underwriting agencies and specialist markets, but cannot access every insurer or some direct-only products. Recommendations consider suitable options available through the markets we can access.
Read the detailed article: Which insurers does Webber Insurance work with.
General Advice Warning: The information on this page is general in nature and does not take your personal circumstances into account. You should consider whether it is appropriate for you and seek professional advice before making any decisions. For tailored advice, please contact Webber Insurance Services.Does Webber provide quotes over the phone?
No. Webber provides insurance quotations in writing so clients can review the premium, cover, conditions and supporting documents.
General Advice Warning: The information on this page is general in nature and does not take your personal circumstances into account. You should consider whether it is appropriate for you and seek professional advice before making any decisions. For tailored advice, please contact Webber Insurance Services.How is Webber Insurance paid?
Webber may receive commission from insurers and may charge a broker fee. The applicable remuneration is shown in quotations or relevant documents and is addressed in our Financial Services Guide.
General Advice Warning: The information on this page is general in nature and does not take your personal circumstances into account. You should consider whether it is appropriate for you and seek professional advice before making any decisions. For tailored advice, please contact Webber Insurance Services.Can Webber help with an insurance claim?
Yes. Webber acts as the client’s main claims contact and advocate, assists with notification and communication, and monitors the claim. Specialist claims professionals or lawyers may also be involved depending on the policy and claim.
General Advice Warning: The information on this page is general in nature and does not take your personal circumstances into account. You should consider whether it is appropriate for you and seek professional advice before making any decisions. For tailored advice, please contact Webber Insurance Services.How does Webber handle personal and business information?
Webber handles personal and business information in accordance with its privacy obligations and Privacy Policy. Information is used to arrange, administer and assist with insurance and related services.
Read the detailed article: What does Webber Insurance do with my information.
General Advice Warning: The information on this page is general in nature and does not take your personal circumstances into account. You should consider whether it is appropriate for you and seek professional advice before making any decisions. For tailored advice, please contact Webber Insurance Services.
