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COHIBL - Business Insurance Brokers

COHIBL - Business Insurance Brokers

5.0(92 reviews)See reviews ↓·Manchester

About the company

Caunce O'Hara Insurance Brokers was founded in 1995 by Chris Caunce and Martin O'Hara. The legal entity is Caunce O'Hara Insurance Brokers Limited, an independent insurance broker authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The company specialises in business insurance and has been supporting UK businesses for over three decades. Its team consists of over 30 professionals.

It provides insurance products including Professional Indemnity, Buildings, Machinery & Contents, Commercial Property Owners, Public Liability, Employer's Liability, Directors and Officers Liability, Cyber Insurance, Motor Fleet, Motor Trade, and Business Interruption. It offers risk management, continuity planning, loss prevention, and insurance due diligence services. The company serves businesses and private clients around the UK.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Businesses seeking commercial cover recur throughout the feedback for this Manchester brokerage, with clients describing long-standing relationships built on dependable service. Several customers highlight the personal attention they receive, noting that they are treated as more than just a policy number and that advisers take time to understand each company's individual circumstances before arranging protection.

Named members of staff come up repeatedly, with Nick, Mel, Mikey, Stephen and Jack Quirk each credited for their patience, expertise and willingness to guide clients through sensitive or complex matters. Reviewers frequently mention the speed of responses to queries and the clarity of the advice given, particularly when explaining available options so that informed decisions can be made. The brokerage's handling of renewals attracts consistent praise, with clients reporting that changing needs are accommodated and that cover is secured without unnecessary fuss.

Something that features in review after review is the effort put into sourcing suitable products at competitive rates, and the proactive communication maintained before, during and after each arrangement. Long-term clients speak of renewals handled seamlessly across expanding business portfolios, and the friendly, tailored approach applied to every new policy. Trust in the team's judgement and the stress-free nature of the process feature strongly across the accounts.

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

IB
Ioannis Bourlokas14 July 2026

Exceptionally professional and efficient, as always. A special mention to Mel, who was incredibly friendly, approachable, and guided me through everything with knowledge and absolute expertise. Highly recommended!

DW
Derek Wright24 June 2026

Fantastic service that enabled a seamless transfer of pension provider for a business with about 200 employees. The process was smooth and efficient. The knowledge and advice from George and Jack was spot on! Nothing was too much. Thank you.

JH
Jacqui Halls27 March 2026

An excellent and professional service all round. We switched our insurances to COHIBL for the first time this year and it was a stress free experience. Stephen Fox was very personable and handled our enquiry very efficiently and made great efforts to find us the best cover and at the most competitive price, and also in a short time frame. He communicated very well and quickly.

LT
lee thompson24 March 2026

100% recommend, Jack Quirk, really went above and beyond to help me with a sensitive issue cant thank him enough! really was a trouble free experience and took away all the stress of the matter!

JK
Joe keeling14 March 2026

Nick and Stephen at COHIBL have been excellent to deal with. They’ve been responsive, clear in their advice, and proactive in helping us secure the right cover for our business. The whole process was straightforward and well managed, and they took the time to explain the options so we could make informed decisions. Highly recommend if you’re looking for knowledgeable and reliable business insurance brokers. 👍

LH
Laura Hirst13 March 2026

Nick and his team were fantastic from start to finish. They handled our insurance quickly and professionally, keeping us fully updated throughout the whole process. Their efficiency and clear communication made everything stress-free. Highly recommended!

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Nicola Banks12 March 2026

We have worked with Nick Motby and the team at COHIBL for many years now. The service and support has always been 1st class and we would highly recommend them.

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Contact
+441618332100www.cohibl.com19 York St, Manchester M2 3BA
Working hours
Monday09:00–17:00
Tuesday09:00–17:00
Wednesday09:00–17:00
Thursday09:00–17:00
Friday09:00–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed