Business insurance for window cleaners

Protect your window cleaning business with AXA’s business insurance

You spend your days soaping and shining windows, helping buildings and businesses sparkle. But when you’re busy hauling buckets from street to street, it can be difficult to get a clear view on the insurance you need as a window cleaner. AXA keep insurance easy-peasy, so you can stay focused on your squeegee – and get back to climbing the ladder.

Do I need insurance for my window cleaning business?

Yes, window cleaning companies need insurance. You’re careful to avoid accidents or injury – but what if the worst happens? Could you shoulder the burden of a costly claim alone? It’s likely you’ll need insurance to help you. Getting the right protection is the smart move – and it’s easy to sort online or over the phone.

Do window cleaners need public liability insurance?

Cleaning windows certainly isn’t without risks. Giddy heights, heavy buckets and ladders can all create conditions in which accidents could happen. Maybe you drop something from the top of a ladder, or someone slips on excess water.

If you’re working as a window cleaner, public liability insurance from AXA can help you protect your business against cases of third-party injury or damage in these instances. We can cover you whether you’re self-employed or work as part of a business.

With public liability insurance, you’ll get:

• Up to £10^† million protection
• Cover for legal defence costs as a result of a claim
• Temporary staff covered for up to 50 days a year, free

How much does window cleaning insurance cost?

To protect your business properly, your insurance should be built to fit your individual needs. And as your company’s unique, your insurance will be too.

The quickest way to find out the cost of your insurance is to get a quote online. It’ll only take a few minutes to find out, but the peace of mind it’ll offer is priceless. Plus, there’s a 10%* discount if you buy online. You can pay an upfront annual payment or spread the cost over monthly payments (subject to acceptance criteria).

Yes, as an optional extra, you can add workshop cover to your window cleaner's insurance policy. This covers the contents including tools, machinery, stock, and computer equipment at your premises. You can set a cover level tailored to your workshop’s value.

*This discount is applied automatically and lasts for the lifetime of your policy.

†Not all occupations are eligible for £10 million coverage, the best way to find out which level of cover you are eligible for is to get a quote. Existing customers may want to consult their policy documents.