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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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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. . Forms & documents.

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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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How a Construction-to-Permanent Loan Impacts Contractors & Lenders

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Contractors need to pay close attention to detail in their project documentation and draw requests. Improper project documentation or budgeting. Cost-plus agreements raise the chance of default. These agreements are lawful, but may be detrimental to a lender’s bottom line. Failing to protect lien rights.

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How to Manage Compliance for Construction Success

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Common regulations in the construction industry include: Contractual agreements between owners, contractors and subcontractors. Insurance and bonding requirements. Wage and union payroll agreements. Lien requirements. Building codes , insurance requirements and bonding requirements can vary by location, though.

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What Contractors Need to Know About Surety Bonds

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If the principal’s bond application is approved, the surety company will require the principal to sign an indemnity agreement before it will issue the bond. The indemnity agreement provides that the principal will hold the surety harmless if a claim is filed against the bond. Are Surety Bonds Insurance?