What is construction insurance?
Construction insurance is a risk management tool that provides coverage for damage to or destruction of a building while construction is in progress. Contractors are faced with the daily risks of job site hazards caused by natural disasters, such as fire or windstorm, as well as damage caused by subcontractors, whether it is a valid error or just plain poor workmanship. Construction insurance is designed to help you fund the losses that can occur while maintaining a safe worksite for employees and subcontractors and can provide protection for materials, natural disasters, and your own business.
However, construction companies often need specialized policies for complete coverage. Contractors, carpenters, homebuilders, remodelers, plumbers, electricians, handymen and other professionals in the construction industry can benefit from such specialized insurance policies.
What types of construction insurance are available?
Construction professionals work with heavy machinery and equipment that can break down or injure workers. For this reason, standard commercial insurance policies, along with specialized policies, are necessary for comprehensive coverage. Some of the most common policies needed by construction professionals include the following:
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