Business Details
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Brentwood
Brents Insurance delivers tailored insurance solutions through a client-centric approach rooted in over three decades of industry expertise. Our team prioritises understanding individual business and personal needs before recommending coverage options from a panel of 100+ insurers. We combine technical knowledge with proactive risk management strategies to secure competitive policies while maintaining a focus on long-term client relationships. Our Chartered Insurance Broker status reflects our commitment to professional standards and continuous training. We streamline the insurance process by pre-vetting options, allowing clients to choose from curated recommendations rather than navigating complex quotations independently.Our service extends beyond policy placement through ongoing monitoring and support, including risk mitigation advice and claims assistance. We specialise in commercial insurance for diverse sectors including care homes, construction, and motor trade, alongside personal insurance solutions for high net worth individuals. Our regulatory compliance with the Financial Conduct Authority and participation in the Financial Ombudsman Service framework demonstrate our dedication to transparency and client protection.
Services
Business Insurance
Property Insurance
Liability Insurance
Motor Insurance
Private Clients
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years' experience in commercial insurance brokering
- Our proactive risk management approach prevents potential business disruptions
- We provide access to specialist motor underwriters at leading insurers
- Our Chartered Insurance Broker status guarantees professional standards
- We deliver dedicated claims support to ensure swift policyholder resolution
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Insurance Broker
- Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
- Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS)
What people say
First class business insurance advice
Exceeds expectations
Proactive approach
Extensive knowledge
Helped get back on track
Services
Business Insurance
We provide comprehensive business insurance solutions tailored to specific industry needs, from SMEs to large corporations. Our brokers access 100+ insurers to secure competitive policies covering property, liability, and operational risks. With expertise across sectors including construction, care homes, and motor trade, we ensure appropriate coverage while offering ongoing risk management advice.
Property Insurance
Our commercial property insurance covers premises, buy-to-let portfolios, and mixed-use developments with tailored policies. We assess individual requirements for residential and commercial properties, ensuring adequate protection against risks including business interruption and structural damage through leading market providers.
Liability Insurance
We arrange public liability, professional indemnity, and cyber liability coverage to protect businesses from legal claims. Our brokers help identify potential exposures including employment law issues and data breaches, securing policies that safeguard both business and personal assets against litigation risks.
Motor Insurance
We access specialist motor underwriters at major insurers to provide competitive commercial vehicle policies. Our services include fleet insurance, motor trade coverage, and commercial car policies tailored to specific business needs while ensuring appropriate excess levels and comprehensive protection.
Private Clients
We offer tailored personal insurance solutions for car, home, and travel needs with competitive pricing through leading insurers. Our brokers provide expert guidance to avoid under-insurance, particularly for high net worth individuals requiring bespoke policy structures that balance comprehensive coverage with cost-effectiveness.
People
Stuart Hulbert
Joint Managing Director
With over 35 years' experience, Stuart leads the care division and holds Chartered Insurance Broker status. He previously served as Insurance Institute President and advises on sector-specific risks through his extensive knowledge of care and social welfare insurance requirements.
Chris Jones
Joint Managing Director
Chris brings 20 years' expertise in corporate insurance underwriting and broking. A Chartered Insurance Broker, he previously held leadership roles at the Insurance Institute of Chelmsford and specialises in delivering tailored commercial insurance solutions for complex business operations.
Questions
How do you find the right insurance cover for businesses?
We conduct detailed consultations to understand specific needs before selecting from 100+ insurers, ensuring tailored solutions that balance coverage and cost-effectiveness.
What makes your service different from comparison sites?
Our Chartered Brokers provide expert analysis of policy nuances, recommend pre-vetted options, and offer ongoing support beyond initial policy placement.
How are claims handled through your brokerage?
We provide dedicated claims assistance, leveraging insurer relationships to ensure prompt resolution while maintaining transparent communication throughout the process.
Do you specialise in specific insurance sectors?
We have particular expertise in care home insurance, construction sector policies, and motor trade coverage alongside comprehensive commercial and personal insurance solutions.
Reviews (5)
CarlosHybridGamer
Dec 03, 2018
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Car Insurance - Andy Jones from Brents insurance gave me fantastic advice, saved me an absolute fortune from some of the online companies out there and made it quick and simple - would highly recommend
Fazelycas Beast
Nov 05, 2018
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Brents always provide me competitive quotes and include all the parts that other companies may forget. They are always professional and proactive. I would never go anywhere else.
Sajeevan Sreedharan
Oct 31, 2018
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I have recently been in touch with Andy Jones and his team. Brents are chartered insurance brokers, which means they are qualified to give you the correct advise on which type of insurance you need. I have used Brents several times over the course of the year and also recommended them to family, friends and other businesses. At Brents you get a personal service which is unlike online companies, someone is always available to talk to you in person when you visit their offices or they will even come to your place of work which to me is going the extra mile. I have no hesitation in recommending
Parry-Hide Photography
Jun 02, 2018
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I've used the guys and girls at Brents for my business and home insurance and the service is fantastic. I will be getting them to sort out my car insurance too when the time comes. Cannot recommend enough, they take hassle out of insurance
Ali Minion
Dec 22, 2017
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All your insurance needs in one place, all at competitive comparable prices, plus face to face contact with real friendly helpful advisors.
