Construction insurance · Projects & builders

Construction insurance for builders, renovators and projects

Large renovations, custom homes and commercial projects carry risks that a standard contractor policy may not fully cover. I help builders and owners put project coverage in place before work begins.

  • RIBO Licensed Broker
  • FSRA Licensed Life Agent (LLQP)

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Project and builder coverage

  • Builder’s risk (course of construction): the building and materials while under construction, against fire, theft, vandalism and other insured perils
  • Wrap-up liability: a single liability policy for a project that protects the owner, the general contractor and subcontractors
  • Commercial general liability for ongoing operations
  • Contractor’s equipment: owned, leased or rented equipment
  • Commercial auto for your vehicles
  • Surety bonds: bid, performance and labour and material payment bonds are arranged separately through surety underwriting

Homeowners renovating

A major renovation can affect your home insurance, especially if you move out or the home is unoccupied. Tell your insurer before work starts. I can review your home policy alongside the builder’s coverage.

What to have ready

  • Project type, address, value and timeline
  • Your role (owner, general contractor or subcontractor)
  • Contract insurance requirements
  • Experience, safety program and claims history

Coverage descriptions are general. Your policy wording, limits and exclusions determine what is covered. Availability and premiums vary by insurer and by your circumstances.

Construction Insurance: common questions

Who buys builder’s risk insurance, the owner or the contractor?

It depends on the contract. Construction contracts usually specify who must arrange builder’s risk and wrap-up liability. Send me the insurance section of your contract and I’ll explain what is required.

Is a surety bond the same as insurance?

No. A bond guarantees your performance or payment obligations to the project owner. If the surety pays, it can seek reimbursement from you. Bonds require separate underwriting of your company’s finances and experience.

Let’s review your construction insurance

Tell me what you need covered. I’ll review it with you, explain your choices in plain language, and follow up at a time that suits you.