Gary Ross, founder and CEO of blip, a small business insurance provider for tradespeople, has spoken out on the rise in tool theft.
Gary said: “The rise in tool theft is an epidemic. Tool theft isn’t just a loss of equipment; it’s a threat to livelihoods and the integrity of skilled trades. Each stolen tool represents hours of hard work and investment, hurting the foundation of small businesses and hitting the pockets of tradespeople during a cost-of-living crisis.
“Growing up with family working in the trades I know first-hand the toll it can take mentally and physically, add the stress of having your tools stolen when you have deadlines to meet and it can be truly ruinous. It’s time we address this epidemic as an industry, providing quick solutions to get tradespeople back on the tools and support those who build our communities.”