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Does GC Insurance Cover Subcontractors?

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Luckily, that’s what insurance is for, right? Does a general contractor’s insurance cover their subcontractors’ accidents or mistakes? While there isn’t a cut-and-dry answer to these questions, we’ll take a deeper look into insurance coverage and what happens in these situations. Who is covered by an insurance policy?

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A Contractor’s Guide to Homeowner’s Insurance: Is Your Project Covered?

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On projects like this, property owners typically count on an insurance claim to pay for the work – they may not have cash on hand to pay you out of pocket. Understanding a homeowner’s insurance policy – and what it covers – can be helpful when deciding to take on a project. Understanding homeowner insurance policies.

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A Contractor’s Guide to Homeowner’s Insurance: Is Your Project Covered?

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On projects like this, property owners typically count on an insurance claim to pay for the work – they may not have cash on hand to pay you out of pocket. Understanding a homeowner’s insurance policy – and what it covers – can be helpful when deciding to take on a project. Understanding homeowner insurance policies.

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Assignment of Benefits for Contractors: Pros & Cons of Accepting an AOB

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When a property owner files an insurance claim to cover a restoration or roofing project, the owner typically deals directly with the insurance company. They may not have the funds available to pay the contractor out of pocket, so they’re counting on that insurance check to cover the construction costs. Setting up an AOB.

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Subcontractor Default Insurance: Pros & Cons for General Contractors

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Subcontractor default insurance is one alternative to a surety bond that works to protect a contractor from the financial burden when one of their subcontractors defaults. Related: 16 types of insurance coverage for contractors. What is subcontractor default insurance? How SubGuard insurance works.

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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

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It is governed by the contract, which means it’s part of the agreement between two parties. Retainage does not extend the mechanics lien deadline A mechanics lien is perhaps the most powerful tool that contractors have to force payment. Mechanics lien laws have specific deadlines that contractors must follow.

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Mayer Building Company for Subcontractors: Payment Guide & Resources

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Taking a closer look at the terms of a typical contract will provide you with important information about insurance, safety, dispute resolution, and more. Digging deeper into company processes for payment, change orders, lien waivers, and more will give you a sense of what to expect while working with them. . Progress payments.