Running a window cleaning business is rewarding, but it comes with its fair share of risks. From working at heights to travelling between jobs, every day presents potential hazards. That’s why having the right window cleaner insurance is crucial for protecting both your business and your clients. Also known as window cleaners’ insurance or business … Read more
Running a window cleaning business might look straightforward from the outside, but those working in the trade know it comes with real risks. You’re operating at height, using specialist equipment, working on customers’ property and often trading in busy public or residential spaces. Cleaning windows exposes you to unique hazards, and one small mistake, accident … Read more
Running an ice cream van is often seen as a simple, joyful business, serving treats, meeting customers and making the most of busy summer days. But behind the smiles and sunny routes sits a complex operation that carries real risks. Your van isn’t just transport; it’s your workplace, your shopfront and your main source of … Read more
If you run an ice cream van, understanding the cost of insurance is an important part of managing your business. Your van isn’t just transport, it’s your livelihood, your shopfront and your storage unit, and a key part of your catering business all rolled into one. From your vehicle, essential equipment and stock to your … Read more
Running an ice cream van is more than just serving 99s on sunny afternoons. It’s an early start, a big investment, and a business that relies on your vehicle being on the road and your customers feeling safe and happy. Ice cream vans are part of the wider category of mobile food businesses, which also … Read more
Alexander Swan is pleased to be exhibiting at Cleaning Expo UK 2026, taking place in the heart of the Midlands on 27–28 March at NAEC Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire. We look forward to meeting professionals from across the cleaning and facilities management sector and discussing how specialist insurance can help protect, support and future-proof your business. … Read more
We are delighted to announce that Alexander Swan has once again been awarded the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award for 2026 – a prestigious recognition that reflects our longstanding commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. The Platinum award is not achieved overnight. To earn this status, businesses must maintain a Feefo service rating of 4.5 … Read more
Increasingly, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are experiencing cyber attacks, yet despite mounting evidence many SMEs continue to underestimate the scale of the threat and as a result may not be taking the necessary steps to protect themselves. The reality of Cyber Threats Cyber crime is no longer a problem reserved for large organisations. A … Read more
Businesses are under increasing pressure to take cyber security seriously. In recent months major UK retailers including well respected household names such as Marks & Spencer and Harrods have been hit by sophisticated cyber attacks. Systems were shut down, online services crippled, customer data compromised with financial fallout running into tens of millions. These high … Read more
The UK has just experienced its driest Spring since 1961, with rainfall levels well below seasonal averages. Dry, compacted ground struggles to absorb sudden downpours, causing rainwater to run off quickly into streets, drains and low-lying areas. Dry spells significantly increase the risk of flash flooding when heavy rain eventually returns With more frequent and … Read more
Last month we had a fantastic and very productive time at The Cleaning Show at London’s Excel. It was great to catch up with our existing clients, industry experts, health & safety consultants and manufacturers of leading cleaning products. We also had the pleasure of meeting plenty of potential new clients. Thank you to everyone … Read more
Water Fed Pole System Insurance Questions Answered As a window cleaner, your van is more than just a vehicle – it’s your livelihood. As well as being essential for the van to be equipped with the right tools for the job, it is equally important for it to be insured correctly – especially if you … Read more
