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Automatic Fire Alarms in Commercial Properties New Rules 2024

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Automatic Fire Alarms in Commercial Properties New Rules 2024 As of October 2024 the London Fire Brigade will cease to attend alarms at commercial properties between the hours of 7am & 8:30 pm. It has been found that 99% of alarms at commercial properties are, in fact, false alarms and take up significant resources.

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Top Building Insurance Pitfalls To Trigger F.O.M.O.

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Top Building Insurance Pitfalls Here are some common pitfalls to avoid when getting building insurance in the UK: – Underinsuring. Insure your building at the amount that it will cost to rebuild it and not at the current market value when securing block of flats insurance. What is Covered?

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Types of landlord insurance

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They can range from individual property owners to those who own multiple rental properties as part of their investment portfolio. Corporate landlords: These are companies or organisations that own and manage rental properties on a larger scale. They may own residential properties, commercial properties, or a combination of both.

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Emerging Property Insurance Trends 2024

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The property insurance sector is no exception, as inflation directly impacts key cost drivers such as property valuations , construction costs , and labour. The rising costs of building or repairing properties have a direct effect on insurance premiums.

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Why can’t I get insurance?

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For example, many commercial buildings and retail business will often have large theft excesses applied, as a result of theft & malicious damage claims. Insurers will not ask to see a copy of the Certificate when you start cover, but will do so in the event of a fire at the property when you need to make a claim.

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How the Climate Crisis is Impacting the UK Property Insurance Market

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The insurance industry has had to adjust premiums to reflect this growing risk. By mid-2024, the average cost of home insurance had risen by 19% compared to 2023, with flood-prone areas facing even steeper increases​ CityAM.

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Our Claims Partner, Aspray, Wins Loss Assessor of the Year 2024

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Aspray’s exemplary performance serves as an inspiration, showcasing the impact of dedication, expertise, and a client-centric approach in achieving excellence in loss assessment and claims management.

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