An accident at a construction site could spell disaster for your small business. Business insurance for contractors helps cover expenses related to worksite injuries, stolen equipment, and other risks you face every day.
Insureon helps general contractors find construction insurance that matches your unique risks.
Get free expert advice and peace of mind knowing you have the right property and liability coverage for your small business.
These insurance policies cover the most common general contractor risks.
This policy covers basic risks, such as a client who trips over your toolbox and suffers an injury. Bundle with commercial property insurance for savings in a business owner’s policy.
A BOP bundles general liability coverage and commercial property insurance at a discount. It's often the most cost-effective type of insurance for general contractors.
Most states require workers’ comp for general contracting businesses that have employees. It also protects sole proprietors from work injury costs that health insurance might deny.
This policy covers the cost of injuries and property damage in accidents involving a general contractor’s vehicle. It can also pay for repairs to vehicles damaged by weather or vandalism.
This policy helps pay for repair or replacement of an independent contractor’s saws, nail guns, hammers, and other tools if they are lost, stolen, or damaged.
This policy is also called errors and omissions (E&O). It covers legal fees when a general contractor is sued over a mistake, such as using the wrong materials.
A general contractor who works alone will pay less for insurance than a small general contracting company.
Factors that affect the cost of insurance include:
It’s easy to get insurance coverage and surety bonds as a general contractor or commercial builder if you have your business information on hand. Our insurance application will ask for basic facts about your business, such as revenue and number of employees. You can buy policies online and get a certificate of insurance with Insureon in three easy steps:
Insureon's licensed agents work with top-rated U.S. insurers to find coverage that fits your general contracting business, whether you work independently or hire employees.