PlumbersVan Insurance

Plumbers Van Insurance

Cover built around how plumbers actually work, tools, pipework and travel between jobs.

Cover built around how plumbers actually work, tools, pipework and travel between jobs.

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Tools & parts
Emergency call-outs
Multiple plumbers
Compare from 20+ Insurers

From a single tool bag to a fully equipped van, we've got you covered

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Allianz
Granite Underwriting
Inshur
Aviva
Jensten Insurance Brokers
ERS
Bond Lovis
QBE
Victor
Admiral business
Axa
Highway
Collingwood
Zurich
KGM
Ageas
NIG
Sabre
DCL
Allianz
Granite Underwriting
Inshur
Aviva
Jensten Insurance Brokers
ERS
Bond Lovis
QBE
Victor
Admiral business
Axa
Highway
Collingwood
Zurich
KGM
Ageas
NIG
Sabre
DCL

What is plumbers van insurance?

Plumber van insurance is business van insurance built around plumbing and heating work, covering tools and materials carried between jobs, not just the vehicle itself.

“A standard personal van policy usually won’t cover tools or the fact you’re using the van for work.”

The right cover depends on:

The value of tools and equipment you carry
Whether equipment is ever left in the van
How many sites you travel to
Your driving and claims history
Whether you’re self-employed or have employees
Whether you’re Gas Safe registered
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Cover that fits plumbing work

Cover that fits plumbing work

Plumbing work often needs more than one type of cover working together.

Plumbing work often needs more than one type of cover working together.

Tools CoverRecommended

Tools Cover

Protection for tools used in your trade, subject to the level of cover chosen.

Comprehensive Van CoverRecommended

Comprehensive Van Cover

Full protection for your van against accidental damage, fire and theft.

Public LiabilityRecommended

Public Liability

Cover if your work causes injury or property damage, particularly relevant for water and gas work.

Employers’ Liability

Employers’ Liability

A legal requirement if you employ other plumbers or apprentices.

Breakdown & Hire Vehicle

Breakdown & Hire Vehicle

Keep working if your van breaks down, with optional replacement vehicle cover.

Goods in Transit

Goods in Transit

Optional cover for materials belonging to a customer while in transit.

What affects the cost of plumber van insurance?

Plumber van insurance is priced on your van, the tools and parts you carry, annual mileage, overnight parking, your claims history and whether you have other drivers.

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Value of tools and equipment

Higher-value tools and equipment can increase your premium.

Where the van is kept overnight

Van insurers may consider whether the van is kept at home or on business premises.

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Level of cover

Third party, third party fire & theft or comprehensive cover all affect price differently.

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Level of excess

Choosing a higher voluntary excess could reduce your premium.

Number of vans and drivers

More vehicles or drivers on your policy can affect the overall cost.

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Claims history

Previous claims or convictions can affect the cost of your policy.

Employing other plumbers or apprentices?

Employing other plumbers or apprentices?

If you're taking on staff, you'll also need Employers' Liability insurance, it's a legal requirement, separate from your van cover.

If you're taking on staff, you'll also need Employers' Liability insurance, it's a legal requirement, separate from your van cover.

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Is plumber van insurance right for you?

This type of cover may be suitable for a wide range of plumbing and heating work.

This cover may be suitable for:

Self-Employed Plumbers
Emergency Callout Plumbers
Small Plumbing Firms
Apprenticeship Employers
Gas Safe Registered Engineers
Growing Plumbing Businesses

What could go wrong, and what covers it?

What could go wrong, and what covers it?

The claims van-based trades make most often involve accidents on the road, tools stolen from the van overnight, damage to a customer’s property while working, and injury to someone on site.

The claims van-based trades make most often involve accidents on the road, tools stolen from the van overnight, damage to a customer’s property while working, and injury to someone on site.

Tools stolen

Your tools are stolen overnight or while parked on a job.

Cover required

Tools & Equipment Insurance

Accident on the road

You’re involved in a collision while travelling between jobs.

Cover required

Comprehensive Van Insurance

Escape of water at a job

A pipe you’re working on causes water damage to a client’s property.

Cover required

Public Liability Insurance

Employee injury

A plumber you employ is injured on the job.

Cover required

Employers’ Liability Insurance

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Why use Insurance Revolution for plumber van cover?

We help plumbing contractors find van cover suited to the tools, materials and driving patterns of the trade.

Specialist trade van insurers
Cover for tools and equipment
Help understanding policy options
Experienced UK advisers
Support for sole traders and firms
Multiple vehicle and driver support

How the quote process works

How the quote process works

Simple steps, expert advice. The right cover for your business.

Simple steps, expert advice. The right cover for your business.

1

Tell us about your van

The vehicle, its value, and how it’s set up for carrying parts and pipework.

2

Tell us about your tools and stock

Tools plus fittings and parts carried overnight, we’ll check you’re covered for both.

3

We compare trade van insurers

Insurers who understand emergency call-outs and stock carried in the vehicle.

4

Choose your cover

We explain the options in plain terms and set up your policy, with no obligation.

We're with you all the way

UK-based specialist advisers
Access to specialist insurers
No obligation, just expert help

Trusted by tradespeople and businesses across the UK

Trusted by tradespeople and businesses across the UK

From a single tradesperson’s van to a growing fleet, our customers trust Insurance Revolution to find the right cover and expert support.

From a single tradesperson’s van to a growing fleet, our customers trust Insurance Revolution to find the right cover and expert support.

Plumber van insights & guides

Plumber van insights & guides

Practical advice on tools cover, business use and choosing the right van policy.

Practical advice on tools cover, business use and choosing the right van policy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to common questions about plumber van insurance and cover for tools and equipment.

Find quick answers to common questions about plumber van insurance and cover for tools and equipment.

Plumber van insurance is business van insurance built around plumbing and heating work, including cover for tools and equipment, subject to the level of cover chosen.

Still have questions?

Our advisers are here to help you find the right solution.

Need cover for tools as well as the van?

Need cover for tools as well as the van?

Add Tools in Transit Insurance so your tools are covered while they’re in the van and during loading and unloading.

Add Tools in Transit Insurance so your tools are covered while they’re in the van and during loading and unloading.

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