Trade Direct Insurance Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Review summary

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Evaluating 148 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention that the online website is extremely easy to navigate, making the entire process of obtaining public liability insurance very quick and completely straightforward without unnecessary stress. People also genuinely appreciate the friendly and helpful staff members who provide prompt assistance, alongside consistently reasonable pricing options and reliable cover. Some reviewers were not happy with renewal processes, noting unexpected premium price hikes or missing reminders before the due date. A few people also experienced additional unexpected costs and financial issues related to policy renewals or vehicle recovery expenses.

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User experience

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of user experience, expressing great satisfaction with the quick,... See more

Service

People report positive experiences with service, noting that staff are easy to deal with and quick to assist.... See more

Price

Customers consistently note positive experiences with price, expressing satisfaction with competitive rates,... See more

Subscription

Clients share ambiguous opinions on subscription, with many reviewers finding the renewal process very quick,... See more

Website

Reviewers mention positive feedback about website, expressing high satisfaction because the platform is easy... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Feedback ​Dear Jack, ​I just wanted to send a quick note of thanks for your help with the Public Liability insurance for our company's operatives. ​I’ve just left you a 5-star review via the l... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

6.3% premium increase compared to last year. £5 discount for renewing online removed. No consideration for 10 years claim free custom. No renewal reminder 1 week before or day before due. 2 year... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve just taken out public liability insurance for my new mobile automotive locksmith business and I’m very pleased with the cover provided. The policy was easy to arrange, clearly explained, and... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nice, easy straightforward site. Quick response by telephone when I had to contact them. Some interesting benefits to policyholders as well. I cannot fault them.

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  1. Insurance Broker

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Our aim is to keep tradespeople covered against the sort of risks that could potentially stop them from trading. For insurance at trade prices - quote and buy your construction and tradesman insurance online now.


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4.7

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

251 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve used u before just renewin my…

I’ve used u before just renewin my policy

27 May 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted that you have renewed your policy for another year.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great to use on line experience.

Great to use on line experience.

27 May 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

We appreciate you taking the time to leave feedback and pleased to hear you had a great experience.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They let me down

I have been a loyal customer of Trade Direct Insurance for over 20 years. Both van insurance and public liability. I have never made a claim.

Earlier this year I renewed my van insurance and included brake down cover. 2 weeks after renewing my insurance, my vans slave cylinder went and I was stranded 3 miles from home. When I phoned BD Elite (Trade Direct's breakdown supplier), they told me I wasn't covered because my van was too old, and my cover expired at the same time as my previous insurance, 3 weeks earlier. I spoke to Trade Direct and they just brushed me off.

It cost me £300 to get my van recovered, and putting it mildly I'm not happy.

I will not be renewing any insurance with Trade Direct ever, and a note to Trade Direct, please don't bother writing your customary response to this review, I'm not interested, neither was your customer care team when I phoned.

No I don't recommend, and I'll never use them again.

2 April 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re sorry it hasn’t met your expectations and are currently looking into this.

Kind regards,
Trade Direct Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick and easy cover for a great price

Quick and easy cover for a great price

16 May 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted that you found it quick and easy and that you were happy with your price.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very easy and simple to do business…

Very easy and simple to do business with and take care of you.

1 September 2025
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you so much for taking the time to to share your feedback. We are very pleased that you were happy with the service you received.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Constent phone calls when time to renew…

Constent phone calls when time to renew .

30 April 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you for your patience while we looked into this. We’ve reviewed the details and our team has now reached out directly to help resolve this for you. If you need further assistance, please feel free to reply to our email or call us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to renew liability insurance and…

Easy to renew liability insurance and great prices. Keep it up 👍

5 May 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you found it easy to renew and were happy with your price. Thanks again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service

5 May 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you for your 5 star review! We are pleased that you are happy with the service you received.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Used Trade Direct Insurance for years

Used Trade Direct Insurance for years, very happy with the cover and service

7 May 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted you have chosen to stay with us for another year. Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great thank u

4 May 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to work with

Easy to work with, provided a good quote at a fair price, very happy.

30 April 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

We’re pleased to hear you were happy with the site and the price you received. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you for the Conversation. Renewal

Thank you for the Conversation. On the telephone.. all good.

30 April 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re please to hear you were happy with the service you received. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very easy

Very easy, took me 5 mins to get my liability insurance

26 April 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re delighted to hear you found the system easy and quick to use. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid at all costs

This company is a joke
They changed their policy wording in 2023 without telling any of the trades , which in turn helps them **** you over when you claim , they then pass you about more times than Bonnie blue , and you get no where , AVOID at all cost this company is a f***ing scam

3 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re delighted to hear you found the system easy and that you were happy with the price. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service.

Great service.
Highly recommend

9 April 2026
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Reply from Trade Direct Insurance

Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re please to hear you were happy with the service you received. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

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