{"id":12575,"date":"2024-07-27T18:37:59","date_gmt":"2024-07-27T17:37:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qualitycompanyformations.co.uk\/blog\/?p=12575"},"modified":"2024-07-30T11:46:54","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T10:46:54","slug":"business-insurance-working-from-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qualitycompanyformations.co.uk\/blog\/business-insurance-working-from-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Business insurance you might need if you work from home"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re a freelancer, contractor, self-employed, or own a limited company, there are certain types of business insurance you might need if you work from home. Ensuring that you have the correct cover is essential to protect you, your business, and your customers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In this blog, we highlight the key types of business insurance that could be relevant to you if you work from home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Check your home insurance policy<\/h3>\n

First, you should check what your existing home insurance covers if you work from home (or plan to). Some providers cover basic administrative professions that involve taking phone calls or using a computer at home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, every insurance provider and policy is different, so double-check your current documents to determine what type of business insurance you might need to work from home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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If unsure, let your insurance provider know you\u2019re working from home. They\u2019ll be able to advise if you\u2019re protected, or if you need to take out additional policies.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now, let\u2019s examine some of the individual types of business insurance that you might need if you work from home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Professional indemnity insurance<\/h3>\n

Professional indemnity (PI) insurance protects you if a client takes legal action against you for negligence or damages. It can cover the cost of compensation if you:<\/span><\/p>\n