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Scaffolding Insurance


Accidents do happen and are a reality of the construction business.

Understanding risk can be the essence of survival for a business. Risks can either be ignored, eliminated, managed or transferred via an insurance contract. We will get involved in all aspects of risk control to make sure you are aware of it's importance and the implications of ignoring these risks. If it is possible to eliminate risk we can also assist.

Why use BBi for your Scaffolding Insurance


A-Rated Insurer

As a Scaffolding Association Member with a Lloyd’s backed insurer you can trust your cover is placed with a secure and stable market.

Exclusive Scheme

Our Exclusive access to a tailored insurance scheme includes; high limits of indemnity available, unlimited height limits, relevant extensions with less restrictive endorsements and additional covers available.

Dedicated Account Manager

With BBi, you get a dedicated account manager who will manage your Insurance Cover. Our Service extends to offer free consultations with a Health & Safety consultant and an Independent Financial Advisor.

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What our clients say...


BBi have provided us with competitve cover that matched our business requirements. Their on-going support is extremely helpful and has saved me money and time this past year.

Business Owner UK Scaffolding Company

Which Insurance Cover is right for you?

Scaffolding Contractors

Scaffolding Contractors

We offer cover available for contractors engaged in all types of Scaffolding projects.

Our cover could be right for you.

Roofing Contractors

Roofing Contractors

Cover available for contractors engaged in all types of Roofing projects.

Our cover could be right for you.

Contractors & High Risk Facilities

Contractors & High Risk Facilities

Cover available for all other contractors & high risk liability trades including Builders, Waste, Steel, Drillers, Groundworks and Demolition.

Our cover could be right for you.

Why you need Scaffolding Insurance

Failure to maintain proper insurance may expose the business to unnecessary and ultimately crippling costs if found liable following an accident.

Employers, local authorities and government agencies will not accept contractors when tendering for projects in the absence of proper insurance.

What makes our Scaffolding Insurance right for you?

We get involved in all aspects of risk control to help you understand and manage the risks to your business.

Employers Liability

£10,000,000 Limit of Indemnity as standard. Higher limits available.

Covers your legal liability to insure your employee's for death or injury sustained in the course of their employment.

Public Liability

£5,000,000 Limit of Indemnity as standard. Higher limits available.

Cover your legal cost and compensation awarded against your business if a third party is injured or their property suffers damage whilst at your business premises or when you are engaged in activity on their premises or site.

Products Liability

£5,000,000 Limit of Indemnity as standard. Higher limits available.

Provides cover for your liability if a product that you make or supply causes personal injury or damage to property.

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Additional Scaffolding Insurance Product Features

Our exclusive scheme with our A-Rated Insurer offers Scaffolders, Roofers & High Risk Facilities:

  • Exclusive rates
  • Exclusive high risk liability
  • Unlimited height & depth limits

However, our scaffolding Insurance products also includes:

  • Flexible locations including many Hazardous Locations
  • Indemnity to principle cover as standard
  • Defence costs for criminal prosecutions as standard
  • Asbestos for incidental discovery as standard
  • Asbestos buy back endorsement for removal of non-notifiable asbestos

Work with BBi to find the right cover for you.

Why use BBi?

Our Heritage

As Chartered Insurance Brokers, BBi have the industry knowledge, insurance experience and ease of access to new & exciting markets.

Dedicated Account Manager

You get a dedicated Account Manager, responsible for the management of your cover, giving you one point of contact for all your insurance requirements.

Dedicated Claims Team

Unlike other providers, BBi employ a dedicated in-house claims team to manage all claims from notifications to settlement ensuring we look after your interests.

Independent with 50+ years' experience

Independent & impartial long standing relationships. With extensive, up to date knowledge of the latest legislation and Health & Safety issues faced by your sector.

Tailored Cover

With our exclusive cover facility, where flexible payment methods are available, you can be sure the policy you receive is market leading & tailored for you.

One Stop Shop

Obtain coverage for the Liability of business, individual vehicle or motor fleet, personal accident, household cover and other exposures you or the business faces.