Is business insurance compulsory for tradies?

P ublic Liability insurance may be a requirement before you can work on a job. It is always important to check your contract or agreement to see if a minimum level of cover is also stipulated.

I’m a sole trader. Do I need tradesman insurance?

Just like any other sole trader or self-employed business, insurance is something which you should consider as part of your business plan. Tradesman insurance helps sole traders protect their business assets, tools, stock and more, so they’re not left with unplanned bills when things go wrong. While some types of insurance may be a requirement, there are a variety of cover options designed to protect the things that matter most to your tradie business.

How much Public Liability insurance should my tradie business have?

Every tradie business is unique. The amount of Public Liability cover you choose may be different than the tradie down the street. BizCover offers several levels of Public Liability cover — $1 million, $2 million, $5 million, and $10 million—so you can choose a cover amount that fits your business needs. When choosing your cover amounts, you may want to consider: The size of the jobs that you are working on – The higher the value, the higher risk. You may want to increase your Public Liability insurance accordingly. Your business contracts – Is there a minimum amount of cover stipulated in your contract? Meeting contractual obligations is essential.

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How to get a NSW trade licence

There are around 500,000 technicians and trades workers in NSW, and if you want to join their ranks there are certain steps you’ll need to take to become qualified and to gain the licence you’ll need to practice your chosen trade.

How to get an electrical licence in NSW

Getting an electrician license is a major milestone in the journey to running your own electrician business in Australia’s most populous state. There are three different electrical licenses and electrician certifications available in NSW. Each has its own requirements and permissions for what types of electrical trade work the holder can and can’t do, as follows.

How to get a NSW plumbing licence

Plumbing systems are intricate feats of design and engineering that are essential infrastructure in cities, towns, and regional centres throughout NSW. Today, plumbing services can include everything from installation to repair, cleaning and maintenance.

Do I need a contractor licence in NSW?

Technically speaking, you don’t need a NSW contractor licence to work as a builder or tradesperson in NSW – with one major proviso. You don’t need a NSW contractor licence so long as you don’t do any individual jobs for which the total cost of labour and materials totals more than $5,000 (including GST).

Guide to starting and expanding your business in NSW

Starting a small business takes a lot of work, but building a strong foundation can help lead you to success. Before you set up your business in New South Wales, you should think carefully about all the different practical and administrative tasks that must be completed. You’ll want to start off on the right foot, so you can hit the ground running.

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Trade Insurance NSW

Public Liability and Portable Equipment cover

Trade Insurance NSW

Public Liability and Portable Equipment cover

Trade Insurance NSW

Public Liability and Portable Equipment cover

How to get a NSW trade licence

How to get an electrical licence in NSW

How to get a NSW plumbing licence

Do I need a contractor licence in NSW?

Guide to starting and expanding your business in NSW

The tradie’s guide to business insurance

How to become a successful sole trader

What you need to know about cleaning business licences in Australia

The most popular trades in Australia: Is your role in demand?

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Trade Insurance NSW

Public Liability and Portable Equipment cover

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Public Liability and Portable Equipment cover

Trade Insurance NSW

Public Liability and Portable Equipment cover

How to get a NSW trade licence

How to get an electrical licence in NSW

How to get a NSW plumbing licence

Do I need a contractor licence in NSW?

Guide to starting and expanding your business in NSW

The tradie’s guide to business insurance

How to become a successful sole trader

What you need to know about cleaning business licences in Australia

The most popular trades in Australia: Is your role in demand?

[Press Release] Extreme weather poses growing threat to Australian businesses as storm and fire season approach

Reviews related to Insurance For Tradesmen

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