Builder’s risk
Protection for projects under construction
Whether it’s for a single project or a diverse portfolio, contractors and property owners face unique risks while a project is under construction. From foundations to scaffolding, every aspect of unfinished structures can present risk-management challenges. Contractors need flexible program structures and broad coverages for protection during long and complex construction projects.
Our builder’s risk solutions, offered by Liberty Mutual and Ironshore, take a flexible, full-service approach to projects under construction, helping to protect the value of your project from unexpected losses.
A protective partnership
Solutions for complex risks
Whether you’re a contractor with multiple concurrent jobs or a property owner with capital improvements on the horizon, our suite of builder’s risk solutions offers the broad protection you need as your projects change over time.
We can tailor solutions for an array of onshore construction projects, from high-rise office buildings and healthcare facilities to dams and bridges, whether via our Premier Protector — Builder’s Risk™ proprietary form or our stand-alone builder’s risk offering from our Specialty Property team.
Premier Protector — Builder’s Risk highlights include:
- Single project coverage: projects greater than $50M in value
- Master builder’s risk coverage: dedicated per project limits for projects of all sizes with pre-established terms and conditions
- Flexible deductible options as well as numerous extensions included standard within the form to provide broad coverage for your project
- Occupancy included and options available for hot testing and faulty workmanship coverage by endorsement
Our policy offers tailored protection for your projects, from materials and labor costs to construction management fees, temporary structures, and landscaping materials.
Expertise that delivers
When you work with us, you benefit from insurance professionals who know the construction industry and work together to offer specially developed solutions for projects under construction.
Our dedicated underwriters, located across the country, have deep industry expertise and will partner with you to create a tailored program for your business. You can also benefit from the knowledge of dedicated property risk engineers who can identify exposures, quantify costs, and recommend practical solutions for your projects.
This fusion of collaboration and expertise results in a customer-centric approach that keeps your risk-management goals top of mind and helps lower your total cost of risk.
Better control over claims
On a job site, a delay can cost time and money. Our property claims management approach focuses on mitigating loss and reducing downtime so your business and project can move forward.
Our people are at the core of our success and we empower them to make decisions and do their best for our customers every day. You’ll work with dedicated in-house property claims specialists with deep industry experience who receive extensive hands-on training on coverages, damages, and loss mitigation.
From before a loss occurs until after a claim is resolved, you can expect a streamlined experience that helps minimize business interruption and keep projects on track.
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