Specialists in property underwriting
Our Underwriting team specialises in thinking outside the box to find creative solutions for your clients. By dealing directly with the underwriter and decision maker, you can depend on getting the answer when you need it.
With over 22 years in property experience, we can provide the insurance solution you require for your customer.

Risk appetite
Preferred risks
- Commercial landlords (buildings)
- Manufacturers
- Wholesalers
- Retail
- Trades
Higher hazard occupations
- Woodworkers
- Sawmills
- EPS risks - however we see these mainly as co-insurance support lines
One thing we do aim for is a balanced book and portfolio for brokers and our underwriters.
High risk
Separate from our binders we have access to markets to write risks that the market is turning away from.
- Car wreckers
- Scrap dealers
- Pacific risks (depending upon territorial jurisdiction)
Natural disaster
excess buydown
We can write natural disaster excess buydown cover for certain property risks where the client wishes to reduce their own exposure to a natural disaster policy excess. Underwriting criteria applies.
Contract works
We can assist with Contract Works Insurance on property risks we already insure. This includes renovations, earthquake strengthening work, and additions to existing property.
$50m
capacity at any single one location
Over $80m
GWP
Capacity
available for all regions across New Zealand
Trusted claims partners
DUAL New Zealand has partnered with Sedgwick to manage all property claims from initial notification through to resolution. We work with a dedicated team who have significant experience to ensure the best outcome for the Insured.
For further information on our property claims service, please contact our claims team.

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Dedicated property team
Our dedicated property underwriters can provide tailored quotations to meet a client's specific needs.