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Can I cover stock, tools or portable equipment?
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Yes. Stock, tools and portable equipment can generally be insured, but the appropriate cover depends on:

  • What the property is
  • Its value
  • Where it is stored
  • Whether it is taken away from the premises
  • How it is used

What can Business Insurance cover? #

A Business Insurance package can potentially cover items such as:

  • Stock at the business premises
  • Tools and equipment kept at the premises
  • Computers
  • Machinery
  • Other business contents

against specified insured events.

What about equipment taken away from the premises? #

Portable items can require General Property Insurance.

Examples include:

  • Tools
  • Laptops
  • Testing equipment
  • Cameras
  • Portable electronic equipment

You can read more about General Property Insurance.

Theft from an unattended vehicle can be subject to:

  • Security requirements
  • Sub-limits
  • Conditions
  • Exclusions

Goods being transported can also require separate transit cover.

What information is normally required? #

This can include:

  • Description of the property
  • Replacement values
  • Storage locations
  • Off-site use
  • Security arrangements
  • Higher-value individual items

Contact our team if you need help identifying the appropriate cover for business property.

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.