What Does Commercial Combined Insurance Cover in Ireland?

Commercial Combined insurance is a comprehensive insurance policy designed to provide coverage for businesses against a wide range of risks. While specific coverage will vary among insurance providers, some common areas typically covered by Commercial Combined insurance are as follows:

Property Damage:

This includes coverage for damage to buildings, contents and equipment due to perils such as fire, explosion, theft, vandalism and natural disasters like storms or floods.

Business Interruption:

This coverage helps businesses recover lost income and additional expenses incurred as a result of an insured event that interrupts business operations, such as a fire or a flood.

Public Liability:

This coverage protects your business against claims from third parties for bodily injury or property damage that occurs on your business premises, or as a result of your business activities.

Employers’ Liability:

This coverage is typically a legal requirement in Ireland and provides protection against claims from employees who suffer injury or illness while working for your business.

Product Liability:

This coverage protects your business against claims arising from defects or faults in products you manufacture, sell, or supply.

Stock and Goods in Transit:

This coverage provides protection for your business’s stock and goods while they are being transported or stored off-site.

Equipment Breakdown:

This coverage offers protection against the cost of repair or replacement for mechanical or electrical breakdown of machinery or equipment used in your business.

Money and Theft:

This coverage provides protection for loss of money, including cash held on your business premises or in transit, as well as theft of business property.

Professional Indemnity:

This coverage is particularly relevant for businesses that provide professional services, offering protection against claims of negligence, errors, or omissions in the advice or services provided.

As ever with insurance policies, it is important to note that coverage will vary depending on the specific policy and insurance provider. It’s advisable to consult with an Insurance Broker to get a detailed understanding of the coverage options available under a Commercial Combined insurance policy to ensure that you get a policy that meets your specific needs.