Fire and Security Insurance

Fire & Security – Complete, Affordable & 24/7 Trusted Protection

Fire and Security insurance is essential

Working in the fire and security sector brings a unique set of risks. Whether you install alarms, CCTV systems, access control, fire suppression systems or carry out ongoing maintenance, your work directly impacts safety, business continuity and risk prevention. A single installation fault, wiring issue, failed sensor, incorrectly maintained device or system malfunction can lead to serious consequences — including fire, theft, property damage or safety breaches.

Having the right Fire and Security Insurance in place — including Public Liability, Employers’ Liability, Tools & Equipment and specialist Efficacy Cover — protects your business against claims arising from both the work you do and the performance of the systems you install. This comprehensive protection allows you to operate professionally, meet contractual requirements and safeguard your reputation in a high-responsibility industry.

Benefits

Effortless

comparison sites, confusion and going around in circles. We’ll access the entire market for you.

Affordable

Using our influence and buying power to get you the very best prices available.

Bespoke

Different businesses require different covers. We will tailor make your policy for you and your needs.

Public & Products Liability Insurance for Fire and Security Installers

Public Liability Insurance is crucial for fire and security professionals due to the technical and high-risk nature of your work. Accidental damage to a client’s property, drilling through wiring, damaging fixtures, causing an electrical short, or a member of the public being injured by tools, ladders or equipment can all lead to costly claims.

A solid Public Liability policy protects your business if you accidentally injure someone or cause damage during installation, servicing or maintenance. It covers legal fees, compensation and repair costs — ensuring you can continue operating without major disruption.Find out more about construction site safety standards from HSE Construction Guide.

Employers Liability Insurance for Fire and Security Installers

If you employ engineers, apprentices or subcontractors under your control, Employers’ Liability Insurance is a legal requirement in the UK. Fire and security engineers work in environments with increased risk: working at height, accessing ceiling voids, handling electrical systems, drilling into walls, and sometimes entering high-risk or restricted areas.

Employers’ Liability protects your business if an employee suffers injury or illness as a result of their work — such as electrocution, slips, falls, manual handling injuries, or harm caused by malfunctioning tools. It covers compensation, medical costs and legal fees, ensuring your team is protected and your business remains compliant.

Tools, Plant & Asset Protection Insurance for Fire and Security Installers

Fire and security work relies on specialist tools and high-value equipment — including drills, testers, meters, wiring tools, cameras, detectors, control panels and alarm modules. These are essential to your work and are often targeted for theft, especially from vans and sites.

Tools & Equipment Insurance protects these vital items against theft, accidental damage, fire and loss. Contract Works Cover can also protect installation work in progress — such as a part-completed CCTV system or alarm network — if it is damaged before completion.

This ensures that if something goes wrong, you can replace the equipment quickly and get back to work without major downtime or cost.

Efficacy Insurance for Fire and Security Installers

It protects you if the system you installed, serviced or maintained fails to work when it’s supposed to. Efficacy cover protects you against claims arising from: Alarm system failure, CCTV or recording failure, Access control failure , Fire detection failure, System malfunction, Incorrect installation, configuration or faulty servicing

Without efficacy cover, you could be exposed to massive claims, especially in fire or high-security environments.

This protection is absolutely essential for Fire alarm installers, Security alarm installers, CCTV engineers, Access control installers, Monitoring and maintenance businesses

We ensure your policy includes the correct level of Efficacy Cover for your system type and risk level.

The process

Quick. Simple. Competitive.

 

We’ll call you back. Find out what you need and then give you a couple of quotes and options. It’s that simple.

Why choose Evolution for Fire and Security Insurance

At Evolution Risk Group, we specialise in supporting high-risk technical trades with tailored, reliable and robust insurance solutions. Fire and security work carries serious responsibility — and we build policies that provide the protection your business truly needs.

• Fast, easy quotes

• UK-based support

• Full cover options including Efficacy, Tools, Contract Works & Professional Indemnity

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FAQ’s

Absolutely. Subject to credit we can offer instalments to suit your requirements. We will offer you payment options when quoting.

We aim to provide same-day insurance quotes wherever possible. In some cases, it may take longer if we need additional information or if underwriters request further details about your business.

In the UK, the only legally required business insurance is Employers’ Liability Insurance if you have staff. Other covers—like Public Liability, Professional Indemnity or Business Interruption—aren’t mandatory but are essential to protect your business from costly claims, accidents and major disruptions.

No. We’re an independent insurance broker with access to the full UK insurance market. This means our recommendations are based solely on the best cover, price and protection for your business. We review all suitable options and explain the pros and cons of each so you can make an informed decision.