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Builder’s risk insurance is a special type of insurance designed to protect property under construction. Its coverage is designed to protect the policy holder’s insurable interest in materials, fixtures and/ or equipment that is used in the construction or renovation of a building or structure. It varies from Carrier to Carrier because there is such a wide variety of need since it covers from custom homebuilders to commercial contractors.

As you can imagine, anything that can happen to a finished building can also happen to one that is under construction including fire, lightening, wind and the like. Some losses very common on construction projects include vandalism and theft of materials and equipment.

Coverage is generally for the period of construction only. When work is completed and the property is ready to use, this coverage is generally terminated and the property owner should purchase your more common homeowners or business insurance.

Liability insurance is generally carried by the general contractor and not the building owner. Be sure to have this in writing in your contract.

Contact the professional agents at Erny Insurance Agency to assist you with your Builder’s Risk Insurance.