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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Hiring a contractor checklist and tips

If you are looking at expanding your workforce by hiring contractors to help out, it’s a good sign that your business is growing and ready to reach new heights! The process of hiring contractors involves a bit of research and preparation to ensure that you hire the right people for the job.

Top 6 mistakes to avoid when hiring a contractor

If it’s time for your small business to expand, you will likely need to hire a contractor. Between running your business and balancing your home life, you may be tempted to simply hire the first contractor you find. However, it is important you take the time to research and interview multiple contractors before signing any paperwork. Here are some common mistakes to look out for when hiring a contractor for your business.

Being a self-employed contractor gives you a distinct competitive advantage. There are many things outside your control, such as the inevitable rise or decline in material costs, but you also get to be your own boss and determine your own prices and rates.

A guide to managing contractors and minimising risk

When your business uses contractors to perform certain services on your behalf, there is always the potential risks for things to go wrong. Our guide looks at some tips on how you can minimise risk and the steps you can put in place to create a safe and effective working relationship with your contractors.

How to become a cleaning contractor

So, you enjoy cleaning – so much so that you fancy doing it professionally and want to start your own cleaning business. Well, the good news is that as a cleaning contractor there will never be a lack of cleaning work out there for you.

Independent contractors urged to review agreement fine-print

With Australians’ work preferences and priorities shifting, many Australians are reconsidering their employment arrangements and choosing to forego full-time permanent employment in favour of becoming independent contractors.

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Contract Works Insurance QLD

Public Liability and Portable Equipment cover

Contract Works Insurance QLD

Public Liability and Portable Equipment cover

Contract Works Insurance QLD

Public Liability and Portable Equipment cover

Hiring a contractor checklist and tips

Top 6 mistakes to avoid when hiring a contractor

What is the difference between a contractor and a subcontractor

What insurance do contractors and subcontractors need?

How to become an independent contractor

What’s the Difference Between a Consultant and a Contractor?

How to price a job as a contractor

A guide to managing contractors and minimising risk

How to become a cleaning contractor

Independent contractors urged to review agreement fine-print

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Hiring a contractor checklist and tips

Top 6 mistakes to avoid when hiring a contractor

What is the difference between a contractor and a subcontractor

What insurance do contractors and subcontractors need?

How to become an independent contractor

What’s the Difference Between a Consultant and a Contractor?

How to price a job as a contractor

A guide to managing contractors and minimising risk

How to become a cleaning contractor

Independent contractors urged to review agreement fine-print

Reviews related to Insurance For Tradesmen

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