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Focus Insurance provides specialist plasterers insurance with cover for public liability, employers liability, plant and equipment, and more. Tailored for plasterers, drywall installers, and interior finishing contractors.
Important: Focus Insurance Services is an insurance broker, not an insurer. We arrange cover on your behalf from a panel of insurers. Policy terms, conditions, and exclusions apply.
Insurance Solutions for Plasterers
We arrange a range of insurance products tailored to the specific needs of your trade.
Public Liability
Protection against third-party injury and property damage from plastering work
Learn moreEmployers Liability
Mandatory cover for employee injury and illness claims
Learn morePlant & Equipment
Cover for scaffolding, hoists, and plastering equipment
Learn moreTools & Equipment
Protection for hand tools, power tools, and plastering equipment
Learn moreContract Works
Cover for materials and work in progress on client sites
Learn moreProfessional Indemnity
Protection against claims of professional negligence in finishing
Learn moreUnderstanding Your Risks
Every trade has unique exposures. Here are the key risks we help plasterers protect against.
Falls from Height
Injury risks when working at height on scaffolding
Dust and Respiratory Hazards
Silicosis and other respiratory conditions from plaster dust
Poor Finish Quality
Cracking, poor adhesion, and workmanship defects
Moisture and Damp
Water ingress and moisture-related damage
Repetitive Strain
Occupational injuries from repetitive plastering movements
Property Damage
Damage to client property and adjacent structures
Why Choose Specialist Trade Insurance?
Generic business insurance often leaves gaps in cover for trade-specific risks. Specialist policies are designed with your profession in mind.
- Specialist plastering and drywall expertise
- Cover for all plastering types (lime, gypsum, specialist finishes)
- Protection for workmanship defects and finish quality issues
- Flexible cover for residential, commercial, and specialist work
- Emergency support and incident response 24/7
Information for Your Quote
- 1Types of plastering work (internal, external, specialist finishes, etc.)
- 2Average annual turnover and contract values
- 3Number of employees and subcontractors
- 4Details of main clients and typical project sizes
- 5Safety procedures and health and safety certifications
- 6Claims history for the past 5 years
Frequently Asked Questions
What finish quality defects are covered?
Is dust and respiratory protection included?
Do I need fall protection cover?
What happens if moisture damage occurs after completion?
Is cover available for external render and dry-lining work?
Insurance for Other Trades
Plasterers Insurance for Interior Finishing Contractors
Plastering and drylining contractors work in environments where precision and timing are critical. Wet plaster applied to incorrect substrates, damp penetration through newly plastered walls, or drywall installations that fail to meet acoustic or fire performance specifications can all result in significant remediation costs and liability claims. A specialist plasterers insurance policy is designed to address these risks, providing cover that reflects the specific activities of interior finishing contractors.
Public liability insurance is the primary cover for most plasterers, protecting against claims for damage to client property or injury to third parties arising from your work. Employers liability is a legal requirement if you employ labourers or apprentices. Tools cover for hawk and trowel sets, mixing equipment, stilts, and drywall tools is worth considering, particularly if you carry specialist equipment to site. Contract works insurance can protect materials in progress against damage or theft before completion.
Focus Insurance arranges plasterers insurance through specialist insurers with experience in the interior finishing sector. We can cover traditional sand and cement plastering, bonding and finish coats, dry lining and partitioning, external render systems, and specialist decorative plasterwork. Whether you are a sole trader working on domestic properties or a larger business undertaking commercial fit-out contracts, we can structure a policy that fits your activities and contract values.
Ready to Protect Your Business?
Get in touch with our team for a no-obligation quote tailored to your trade.
Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
