Markham Insights & News

With lithium-ion battery fires becoming one of London's fastest-growing fire trends—particularly due to e-bikes - Pen Underwriting (PEN) has issued essential guidance on how to use and manage these batteries safely. Poor quality batteries, incompatible chargers, and...

Whether you’re safeguarding heirlooms, tech, cash, or important documents, choosing the right safe isn’t just about protection from theft — it’s also a critical part of meeting your insurance requirements. A safe that isn’t adequate for the value of its contents may...

As insurance underwriters, we understand the importance of safeguarding your home and valuable assets. While having the right insurance coverage is crucial, ensuring a property is secure plays a key role in mitigating risk. While brokers handle insurance needs, it’s...

Escape of water (EOW) claims remain the biggest driver of home insurance losses in the UK, costing insurers over £1 billion annually. With claim frequency and severity rising, brokers must advise their clients on proactive risk management solutions that insurers...

We are proud to support I Can & I Am, a fantastic charity dedicated to empowering young people by building self-belief and resilience. Through engaging workshops held on their specially designed double-decker buses—the charity provides students with practical...

With the recent storms across the UK, it’s vital for homeowners to take precautions to protect their properties and reduce potential damage. Here are a few practical steps to help keep homes safe and secure during adverse weather conditions: Inspect and Maintain Your...

The recent changes in the High Net Worth (HNW) Insurance industry, including several product withdrawals and changes in providers, have resulted in a significant increase in the volume of quotation requests we are receiving. To help us maintain our high service...

If you have water leaking from the mains supply or from a domestic appliance, fixed water tank, fixed central-heating system or the water pipe, this is classed as an Escape of Water Loss. The most common cause of escape of water is burst pipes, which usually occur in...

The holiday season is here, it’s a time of joy, celebration, and thoughtful giving. Unfortunately, it’s also a time of year that opportunists know there are gifts waiting to be given and could be easy pickings.  In the unfortunate event of loss, theft or damage, the...

Winter should be a time to enjoy, and you should be looking to embrace all of the best aspects of it in your home. It may sound strange, but if you do the right preparation in your home, Winter can actually be more enjoyable and comforting than the heat of Summer....