As more homeowners invest in solar panels and battery storage to power their homes sustainably, it’s essential to understand how these systems impact home insurance. Adding battery storage to a solar panel setup can provide valuable backup power and energy savings, but it also introduces new risks—especially the potential for fire. If insurers are not […] The post Why Home Insurers Need to Know About Battery Storage for Solar Panels appeared first on Caleb Roberts ..read more

Storm Darragh rampaged over the weekend, causing widespread damage across the country. Our key areas of Shropshire, Herefordshire and South Wales suffered the brunt of the wind and rain and our thoughts are with those affected. Record winds were recorded and heavy rainfall,which lead to flooding in properties that had previously avoided such fate. Our […] The post Claims Advice Following Storm Darragh appeared first on Caleb Roberts ..read more

When it comes to car insurance, accuracy in documentation is more than just a formality—it can determine whether an insurance claim is successful or denied. For any vehicle owner, ensuring that the details on insurance documents align with the V5 registration and purchase invoice is essential. Even small discrepancies can create significant challenges, potentially leading […] The post Why It’s Crucial for Insurance Documents to Match the V5 Registration and Purchase Invoice appeared first on Caleb Roberts ..read more

Under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 it is illegal to light fireworks near fields or homes containing horses and livestock. Unfortunately, due to the loud noises they emit and those evading the law, this doesn’t stop fireworks from scaring animals up and down the country. Animals often panic and flee at the sound of loud […] The post Protecting your Animals on Bonfire Night appeared first on Caleb Roberts ..read more

Halloween is a time for fun, costumes, and celebrations, but it’s also a time when anti-social behaviour often increases. Some view it as an opportunity to engage in less-than-friendly activities, such as vandalism, egging houses, or even causing property damage. This can leave homeowners feeling uneasy, especially during dark autumn evenings. Read on to learn […] The post <strong>Tricks, treats and…trouble? Keep your home safe this Halloween</strong> appeared first on Caleb Roberts ..read more

This blog has been created in collaboration with Usay Compare, a top Private Health Insurance comparison service. You can find the original blog here. Private mental health cover with top insurers such as Bupa, AXA, and Aviva, will enable you to avoid long waiting lists and quickly access the very best specialist treatment from the very […] The post <strong>Cover for your mental health</strong> appeared first on Caleb Roberts ..read more

Classic car specialists and enthusiasts may debate on what exactly they define as a classic car, but there are ‘official’ classes for different purposes. The DVLA and HMRC each have their own criteria and guidance around how they would declare a car a collectible. How a car becomes a classic As mentioned above, there are […] The post <strong>How a car becomes a classic and why you need specialist insurance</strong> appeared first on Caleb Roberts ..read more

There’s nothing worse on a holiday than realising you’ve had your valuables lost or stolen, and if those valuables are passports, a phone, important documents, or cash, it can be a real headache trying to get home without them. We’ve put together a list of tips on keeping your contents safe while abroad so you […] The post <strong>How to keep your contents safe while travelling abroad</strong> appeared first on Caleb Roberts ..read more

Claims caused by fire are one of the most frequent large losses on a farm. During the infrequent warm summer periods, farmers are more aware of the risk to fire, but there is always more to be done in protecting against this.   Please see the useful guide provided by Shropshire Fire Service that will provide helpful information to minimise fire claims around the farm.  The booklet below highlights the dangers commonly found on farms and identifies simple ways to reduce the risk. Farm fire safety  includes human safety, farm animal welfare and property and  environ ..read more

When reviewing motor fleet insurance for business and farm customers we sometimes come across vehicles that have been purchased and registered in a family members name, but these members of family may live at different addresses and/or may not be part of the family business. These vehicles have been added incorrectly and you run a high risk of the insurance policy not responding if you need to claim.  What vehicles can be included on a fleet policy:- The vehicle is owned by/or leased to the business or a partner/director in the business (some insurers of policies in a Limited Companies ..read more