Demolition Insurance [The Coverage Your Small Business Needs]
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Demolition contractors are usually hired to tear down buildings and structures through the use of heavy equipment. Anyone in this field knows that it’s a dangerous job. If you’re the owner of a demolition company, you want to protect your business and your employees—which is why you need demolition contractors' insurance.
Here are a few examples of why demolition companies need demolition insurance coverage:
These are just a few examples demonstrating the need for insurance coverage.
Who needs demolition insurance?
If your business uses wrecking balls, cranes, elevated work platforms, excavators, bulldozers, or other heavy equipment to dismantle structures—you need this specialized coverage.
What insurance does a demolition business need? Here are our thoughts.
Any comprehensive demolition insurance package needs to include general liability insurance. General liability coverage protects your business from:
If your business is sued for any of these reasons, the insurance company you hold the policy with will provide legal counsel and the money to cover any legal expenses or settlements.
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Mistakes happen in any profession, and a demolition contractor isn't immune. You can give improper advice that leads to damage to other buildings. One of your contractors may accidentally demolish the wrong structure. If you’re sued for negligence, a professional liability insurance policy can protect your company.
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If you hire a demolition contractor or a crew for your demolition jobs, you’ll need workers’ compensation coverage. It is required in most states and protects both you and your employees. If an employee is injured at work, workers’ comp will pay for their medical expenses and lost wages. If employees agree to this coverage they usually waive the right to sue your and/or the business.
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Inland Marine Insurance—also referred to as Contractor’s Tool and Equipment Insurance—protects your tools and equipment while in transit or stored on a job site. It’s necessary because commercial auto insurance doesn’t cover tools and equipment that aren’t permanently attached to your vehicle.
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Insurance companies are no longer running away from the wrecking ball. Because more mainstream competitors are entering the market, rates are decreasing and competition is increasing.
Companies have become aware this has been a long under-served market and have developed specialty products and rates placing them under their “program markets” allowing agents to address the industry’s special needs and access a company’s expertise. That being said, the cost of a basic general liability policy can cost as low as $65 a month.
What factors influence the overall cost of demolition insurance?
The bottom line is that you want to get the right insurance for your business. Let us help!
Keep your business protected with the proper business insurance package—we can help. Our goal at Tivly is to help small businesses get affordable insurance coverage. To get a quick and free quote, complete the form at the top of the page or call us at 877-907-5267.
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