Groundbreaking on single-family homebuilding projects in the United States increased by the highest in more than three decades in May, and permits for future construction also increased.
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Managing the Gap in Builder’s Risk Insurance
Commercial property insurance covers various kinds of property, including buildings, structures, contents, land, and even personal items such as jewelry. The type of coverage varies based on the property and the costs to rebuild. However, it doesn’t protect against risks related to projects under construction, which need the specialized protection of a Builder’s Risk Policy.… Continue reading Managing the Gap in Builder’s Risk Insurance
IPA Launches Exclusive Nationwide Program for Roofing & Fire Sprinkler Contractors
Insurance Protection Advisors (IPA) is excited to announce the launch of its exclusive nationwide program for Roofing & Fire Sprinkler Contractors. With more than 30 years of combined experience, IPA is committed to providing insurance agents with custom- tailored solutions through its in-house program for Roofing & Fire Sprinkler Contractors. IPA’s belief and approach in… Continue reading IPA Launches Exclusive Nationwide Program for Roofing & Fire Sprinkler Contractors
Alliant Names National Wrap-Up Program Leaders
Alliant Insurance Services announced today the promotions of Kevin Dolan and Craig Graham to co-lead the national Wrap-Up insurance team for Alliant Construction Services Group. In the new leadership roles, Dolan and Graham are responsible for managing the growth of this rapidly expanding division, with a focus on delivering industry-leading Wrap-Up services to the largest… Continue reading Alliant Names National Wrap-Up Program Leaders
Construction Industry Confronts Suicides
Bayview Asphalt is a small paving company, employing about two-dozen people. Over the past decade, the Seaside, Ore., business has lost two employees to suicide. The company isn’t alone in the industry in dealing with such tragedy. Among occupations in the U.S., workers in construction and extraction face the highest rate of suicide, according to… Continue reading Construction Industry Confronts Suicides
France’s AXA Provided Insurance Cover for Two Notre Dame Contractors
French insurance firm AXA said on Tuesday it provided insurance coverage for two of the contracting firms that were working on Notre-Dame’s restoration prior to the blaze that devastated the cathedral. The fire ripped through the cathedral’s roof, where workers from a number of contractors had been carrying out extensive renovations to the spire’s timber-framed… Continue reading France’s AXA Provided Insurance Cover for Two Notre Dame Contractors
Program Brokerage Corporation Announces New Insurance Program for Trade Contractors in New York State
Program Brokerage Corporation (PBC), a leading wholesale insurance brokerage firm announced the launch of a new, comprehensive insurance program for Trade Contractors in New York State. The specialized insurance solution, underwritten by an A rated carrier, offers a wide range of coverage with no “action-over” or labor law exclusions. Through this robust new offering, both… Continue reading Program Brokerage Corporation Announces New Insurance Program for Trade Contractors in New York State
Ironshore Environmental Offers Enhanced Contractors Liability Coverage for Pollution Incidents
Ironshore Environmental introduces enhancement of its Contractors Environmental Legal Liability (CELL) program that provides coverage for damages resulting from pollution incidents caused by the contractor’s work. CELL is offered on an occurrence basis and can be underwritten as a practice, project or wrap-up policy, carrying a minimum deductible of $2,500. Policy limits are available from… Continue reading Ironshore Environmental Offers Enhanced Contractors Liability Coverage for Pollution Incidents
Contractors’ Choice of Pioneer Programs Partners with HMI, FrontLine to Enhance Builder Warranties, Reduce Litigation
Pioneer Programs Insurance Solutions, LLC, announced new exclusive partnerships with leading home warranty companies HMI, Inc. and FrontLine Response, LLC to provide superior warranty service and support to policyholders of its flagship program Contractors’ Choice. Through the partnerships, Contractors’ Choice, designed specifically to meet the unique needs of general contractors and developers, will now offer… Continue reading Contractors’ Choice of Pioneer Programs Partners with HMI, FrontLine to Enhance Builder Warranties, Reduce Litigation