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Commercial insurance companies in the UK have spent many years collecting and collating statistics on every single type of insurance. There are also limited, industry total, statistics available from the Association of British Insurers. These historical figures are used to determine pricing for future years. In addition, they also determine what classes or types of business the insurers are happy to underwrite in the future.

For this reason, only certain insurers underwrite particular trades. Doctors, dentists and vets surgery insurance is only underwritten by a restricted number of insurers. As there is a limited market, it can be difficult to get a policy that provides the correct cover you require. For example, doctors surgery insurance policies have certain specific extensions for items taken out of the surgery, such as visiting bags and other medical equipment. This needs to be covered, not only at the risk address, but also whilst in transit to and from a patients address and also whilst there.

Dentists surgery insurance cover also has its own specialist requirements. Precious metals are used by most dentists, whilst not in great quantities, it is still extremely theft attractive. Standard business insurance policies will exclude cover for precious metals and jewellery. Additionally, dentists will need any pressure plant (such as autoclaves) inspected on an annual basis. This can be covered by the manufacturers or suppliers of the machines, but it can be cheaper to arrange this as part of the overall umbrella insurance.

There are a number of specialist surgery insurance quote schemes from various brokers. During 2009 and early 2010 it has become apparent that many insurers are looking to increase their prices for these scheme products. They may have a few unique cover additions, but in reality, you are paying for these through the overall price. The simplest and best way to get the best quote possible is to set yourself some time, only an hour or so, to speak to a few different brokers to get a range of quotes. You will need to have your existing schedule to hand, details of your claims over 5 years, security at the premises and information regarding the type of building you occupy.

In this day and age, you do not need to deal with a local broker. With email, fax and telephone it really does not matter where they are, as long as they offer you a competitive and wide ranging quote. As with everything in business life, it is always worth getting more than one price. If your existing policy is due for renewal, what you need to do is to get at least two comparisons. If they are more expensive then at least you can be re-assured that you are paying a market rate for your insurance.