Testimonials

We have always found BLP to be very helpful and proactive in providing solutions for our clients. They have assisted in designing latent defects policies on many of our landmark projects, and can always be relied upon to provide creative input to assist in optimum risk transfer.

Andrew Birt, Partner - JLT Specialty Ltd

I chose BLP to insure a substantial project which was, in fact, my own home - and my first project as a developer. I have stayed with them since because of the way BLP protects the end user. I liked the technical review element and the fact that they insured the building itself rather than the builder or developer.

Since this initial project our practice has moved on to cover another scheme: a £40m project in London. This major project is one of the largest privately owned homes in London and is covered for the refurbishment of the existing structure as well as new building works.

Should there be a problem in terms of structural defects then the client or a future purchaser can claim directly from BLP – it’s all very clear and straightforward. It’s the building not the developer that’s insured and this makes all the difference to us and our clients.

David Franklin, Director - Franklin Associates 

Luxus Developments Ltd is a private residential construction and refurbishing company specialising in luxury dwelling houses, apartments and hotels in the central London area. Our clients are high net worth individuals whose properties sell from £2m to £15m. BLP has become our preferred insurance partner as it meets all the requirements of our business; its attitude, quick response time and overall level of service lends itself perfectly to the top end of the market place, one that Luxus aims to satisfy.

Harry Hill, Director - Luxus Developments Ltd

We have found BLP Insurance to be very efficient, prompt and helpful, both with their office work and site visits. Having used other insurance companies, I would have no hesitation in recommending BLP.

Matthew Miller, Director - M M Developers Ltd

Having come to the conclusion that the defects cover supplied by our previous provider was becoming very expensive, we decided to give BLP a try. We were pleased with the relative cost and the fact that we can provide 12 year cover with the BLPSECUREPLUS scheme, which is beneficial to our purchasers. Since the cover takes effect from completion, and not after a two year defects period for which we would previously have been responsible, this policy is obviously good news for us as well!  We have covered a scheme of two detached 'middle market' units in Bath with BLP and are about to embark on a project for four, high end value, properties with them. Thus far we are very happy with the level of service we have received.

Alastair Gibson, Managing Director - Charlcombe Homes Ltd

During the last year we have worked with BLP on two separate developments. From a straightforward design and build project through to a more complex listed period building being transformed into 22 luxury apartments, we have found working with BLP a breath of fresh air. Simple clear and straightforward paperwork, personal account management together with unique aspects of insurance cover have shown us BLP have delivered excellent value for money across the whole process. We now have higher levels of protection, longer duration of cover, within an industry geared payment structure which helps with cash flow in these difficult times. We look forward to working with the team at BLP on our forthcoming developments in the coming years.

Simon Tate, Director - Tag Exclusive Properties LLP

We have used BLP many times as they offer a comprehensive product and great service from the start; knowing that quotes will be issued in a maximum of  three days enables us to budget with certainty. And there is always a clear and consistent approach to the comprehensive technical review which is reassuring.

Michael Coath, Finance Director - James Taylor Homes

BLP is an insurance company which, in our experience, takes a “can do” approach to client problems and looks for ways to help with projects that don’t necessarily fit the mould. Their products differ from what you would usually find in the market, and this makes it easy and sensible for us to point clients in their direction in relevant circumstances.

Liam Buckley, Partner - Squire, Sanders & Dempsey (UK) LLP

It provides a distinctively comprehensive and consistent risk assessment of the design and construction of the home, with regular inspections on site. BLP’s systematic and thorough approach benefits homeowners by intercepting many potential defects long before the home is built.

Philip Britton LLB BCL, Visiting Professor - King's College London and Consultant to Fairweather Stephenson & Co Ltd, Aldeburgh

Pentland Housing Association is a registered social landlord providing nearly 500 general amenity houses in Caithness, North Scotland. Over the last 10 years we have had a development programme of 150 properties and BLP has been our preferred insurance partner as it meets all the requirements of our business; its attitude, quick response time and overall level of service lends itself perfectly to our stock profile. We are reassured by the rigorous technical inspections carried out prior, during and after construction which ensures our properties are robust enough to withstand our climate and perform to the required standards.

Alan Paul, Property Manager - Pentland Housing Association Ltd

I would strongly recommend BLP's Life Cycle Costing training course to anyone who works in the affordable housing sector and wishes to make informed decisions when deciding on Life Cycle Costs in regard to design and durability factors.

Pete Lane - Two Rivers Housing

I found BLP's Life Cycle Costing training course very useful and have already applied what I learnt with some colleagues.

Paul Jones - A2Dominion

I found the BLP Life Cycle Costing training course very informative, not only for the mechanics of how to complete the online LCC tool but for the theory behind the subject.

Paul Gray - Metropolitan Housing Partnership