Insurance Backed Guarantee (IBG)
Insurance Backed Guarantee for
renewable installations
Comprehensive protection that covers every aspect of the renewable installation from design to performance.
Talk to usConfidence-backed protection
Access insurance-backed cover designed to support your projects — helping protect your customers, your workmanship, and your business in line with policy terms, conditions, and eligibility.
Up to 10 Years Coverage, for Residential and Commercial projects Correct poor design, resulting in sub-MCS standard performance Protect against poor workmanship and contractor insolvency our Cover
Renewable technologies covered for verified trades
Solar
From a bungalow to a football stadium, iknowa’s insurance backed guarantee makes protecting solar installations simple.
Heat Pumps
Whether it be a small home, or large office, with iknowa’s insurance backed guarantee you can be certain your heat pump systems are covered.
Battery Storage
At iknowa, we know how to maximise battery storage tech whether it's a home, school, or industrial site. You can be sure you are covered with total peace of mind with iknowa's insurance backed guarantee.
EV Charging
It doesn't matter if you're installing EV charging in a home garage or a retail park our insurance backed guarantee has you covered.
Why choose our IBG?
Don't leave your renewable energy investment to chance. Our Insurance Backed Guarantee provides comprehensive protection.
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Clear, defined protection
Your renewable energy installation is covered against specified risks, as set out in the policy terms and conditions.
- Design-related failures
- Installation defects
- Performance issues
- Contractor insolvency
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Long-term protection
Comprehensive coverage that lasts up to 10 years, protecting your investment.
- Up to 10-year coverage
- No annual renewals
- Transferable to new owners
- Automatic protection
Supported claims and dispute process
We provide structured claims handling and dispute support to guide you through the process.
- Dedicated case management
- Access to alternative dispute resolution
- Efficient resolution pathways
- Online support
How our IBG works
Get started for free today with a simple registration and onboarding process.
Get started todayStep one
Create an account
Complete account registration with your business details.
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Use your email to get started- Verify your email
- Provide your business details
Step two
Submit your trade details
Your information is reviewed by the iknowa compliance team.
- Submit your details for verification
- Review by the compliance team
- Getting your account verified
Step three
Issue IBG Policy
Create your IBG estimate, provide client details, and proof of work.
- Create & submit IBG estimate
- Enter client details and pay IBG fee
- Upload proof of work and issue IBG policy
Get covered in as little as 3 hours* *Subject to account verification
Why many trades trust us?
We go beyond insurance. With recognised expertise in renewable energy protection, we help organisations safeguard their systems and reputations.
MCS approved
Fully certified & compliant
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A+ rated
Top insurance rating
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FCA regulated
Authorised & regulated
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Extensive cover
Trusted by trades
Need help or have any questions?
Our specialists are here to guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have about our Insurance Backed Guarantee.
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Deposit Protection
Give your clients peace of mind with Deposit Protection — their upfront payments are covered if the work can’t be completed. More trust. More jobs.
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Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Resolve disputes fairly, fast, and without the hassle — protecting both trades and customers.
