Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Portsmouth
At Philip Gibbs Insurance Brokers, we provide tailored insurance solutions with over 35 years of experience serving businesses and property owners across the south coast. As a family-run business, we prioritise clear communication, attention to detail, and competitive pricing to ensure our clients receive optimal coverage. Our approach focuses on simplifying the insurance process, explaining policy terms in plain language, and maintaining transparency throughout the policy lifecyclefrom quotation to claim. We pride ourselves on our Chartered Insurance Institute membership, long-standing relationships with leading insurers, and authorisation by the Financial Conduct Authority, which underpin our commitment to industry excellence.Our client portal offers risk management resources, legislative updates, and tools to streamline insurance-related tasks. We actively support the Armed Forces community through the Armed Forces Covenant, reflecting our dedication to fairness and community engagement. With a 90% client retention rate, we focus on building lasting relationships through prompt responses, jargon-free advice, and a personalised service that adapts to evolving client needs.
Services
Commercial Insurance
Property Insurance
Risk Management
Client Portal Services
Armed Forces Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in commercial and property insurance.
- Our team provides clear, jargon-free explanations of policy terms and conditions.
- We maintain long-standing relationships with leading insurers to secure competitive rates.
- Our client portal offers risk management resources and legislative updates.
- We are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
Associations and certifications
- British Insurance Brokers' Association (BIBA)
- Chartered Insurance Institute
- Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
What people say
Warm approachable person
Professional and personable service
Knowledgeable and approachable
Quick responses
Highly recommend
Services
Commercial Insurance
We provide tailored commercial insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes, including packaged policies for SMEs and bespoke coverage for larger enterprises. Our expertise spans industries such as construction, manufacturing, hospitality, and professional services. By leveraging relationships with leading insurers, we secure competitive premiums while ensuring comprehensive protection against risks like property damage, cyber threats, and liability claims.
Property Insurance
Our property insurance services protect residential and commercial properties against risks such as fire, theft, and natural disasters. We offer coverage for buildings, contents, loss of rent, and liability, with options for unoccupied properties and those undergoing renovation. Clients benefit from risk management resources, including seasonal safety checklists and compliance guidance, accessible via our client portal.
Risk Management
We help businesses identify and mitigate risks to reduce insurance costs and enhance operational resilience. Our services include compliance advice, loss control strategies, and access to tools for workplace safety and cyber security. By addressing industry-specific risks, we enable clients to maintain adequate coverage while minimising exposure to potential disruptions.
Client Portal
Our client portal provides 24/7 access to risk management tools, legislative updates, and policy-related resources. Users can download templates, review safety guidelines, and manage insurance documents from any device. The portal streamlines tasks like claims reporting and policy adjustments, ensuring clients stay informed and prepared to address evolving insurance needs.
Armed Forces Insurance
As a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we offer tailored insurance solutions for veterans, reservists, and their families. Our services include employment support, preferential policy terms, and community initiatives to recognise the contributions of service personnel. We aim to create an inclusive environment where military-affiliated clients receive fair treatment and dedicated assistance.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We specialise in commercial and property insurance for businesses, including coverage for property damage, liability, cyber risks, and fleet management. We also provide tailored solutions for niche markets and Armed Forces community members.
How can you help reduce insurance costs?
We leverage long-standing insurer relationships and risk management expertise to secure competitive premiums. For example, we saved a manufacturer £3,000 and a contractor £12,180 on renewal premiums through strategic policy adjustments.
What resources are available via your client portal?
The portal offers risk management tools, legislative updates, safety checklists, and policy management features. Clients can access these resources 24/7 from any device to streamline insurance-related tasks.
Are you experienced in handling niche insurance needs?
Yes. Our 35+ years of experience include arranging coverage for niche markets, such as a recently established business in a specialised industry, ensuring tailored solutions where others may struggle.
How does your Armed Forces Covenant commitment benefit clients?
We provide preferential terms, employment support, and community initiatives for veterans and military families, reflecting our dedication to fairness and recognition of their service.
Reviews (2)
Samantha Mcgrath
Apr 23, 2021
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I know of Philip Gibbs Insurance Ltd through Shaping Portsmouth. Lisa Gibbs is my main point of contact, Lisa is very knowledgeable and approachable. Nothing is too much trouble and their response time is quick which meant I could move forward promptly with the projects I needed to internally. I can highly recommend the whole team with any insurance queries you may have. Dont hesitate to call them.
Anastasiya Sanders
Apr 21, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Great experience using this company. Lisa was very helpful and knowledgeable. Quick responses and very thorough. Would definitely recommend and use again!
Great experience using this company. Lisa was very helpful and knowledgeable. Quick responses and very thorough. Would definitely recommend and use again!
