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Builders Risk Insurance

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Builders Risk Insurance Ontario

Builders Risk Insurance

Builders risk insurance, also called course of construction insurance, is an insurance coverage designed to protect construction businesses against financial losses.

While protecting against financial losses is reason enough to carry builders risk insurance, many construction contracts require it as a condition of the agreement. Having construction risk insurance in place demonstrates compliance with contractual obligations and mitigates potential legal disputes or penalties.

The Buildsure team is here to help with your builders risk insurance needs. If you're looking for a builders risk quote to access our competitive frame rates or would like us to review your current policy, connect with our team today.

What is commercial builders risk insurance

What is Commercial Builders Risk Insurance?

Commercial builders risk insurance is specialized construction coverage that provides builders with financial protection against losses from fire, theft, vandalism, and storms, to name a few.

Builders, contractors, and project owners obtain construction risk insurance to protect their financial interests until the project is completed and handed over.

 

What's Covered Under a Builders Risk Policy?

When you purchase a builders risk policy, you're protecting your business from various risks. While specific coverage can vary depending on insurance and policy terms, there are some commonly included coverage in a builders risk policy.

1. Theft - protection against theft of materials at the construction site.

2. Property Damages - coverage for fire, storm, and vandalism damages.

3. Materials in Transit - safeguard of materials during transportation.

4. Temporary Structures - protection for temporary structures and scaffolding on the construction site.

5. Soft Costs - coverage for expenses incurred due to project delays.

6. Debris Removal - compensation for removing debris following a covered loss.

What is covered under a builders risk insurance policy
Who Can Benefit from a Commercial Builders Risk Policy in Ontario (1)

Who Can Benefit From a Builders Risk Policy in Ontario?

Anyone involved in a construction project, such as builders, contractors, project owners, and developers, will all benefit from a builders risk policy in Ontario. No matter your role in the construction project, course of construction insurance protects your business from potential risks while a building is under construction.

Securing a builders risk policy in Ontario will mitigate financial risk and safeguard your assets. Working with an experienced broker, like Buildsure can make all the difference. The Buildsure team has exclusive access to builders risk frame rate starting as low as .035/month.

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FAQs of Builders Risk Insurance

There can be many questions when purchasing course of construction insurance in Ontario. Here are a few of the common questions our clients have.

How Much Does Builders Risk Insurance Cost?
Many factors determine the cost of a builders risk insurance policy. Your project's size and scope, value, location, and duration are all evaluated to determine a price. That's why working with an experienced construction insurance broker can make all the difference in getting the very best value for your dollar.
What is The Best Builders Risk Insurance Policy?
The best builders risk policy is one that's tailored to your project, budget, and coverage needs. When selecting a builders risk insurance policy, you'll want to look at the coverage options, policy limits and exclusions, deductibles, insurance provider, and costs. To get the best policy, you'll want to work with an insurance broker specializing in construction insurance to help you understand your options and provide you with advice to make an informed decision.
Is Builders Risk Insurance Required In Ontario?

While the government of Ontario does not legally require builders risk insurance, many construction contracts, lenders, and stakeholders require it as a condition of the agreement. It is highly recommended for those involved in a construction project to have this coverage to protect their business from devastating financial losses.

Why Do Builders Love Buildsure?

Our Buildsure broker, Ryan, has been an essential part of our team, ensuring that we're covered for all eventualities as we tackle new projects and challenges in the homebuilding sector.

John Vranic
Vranic Homes

The in-depth knowledge of the construction sector has been instrumental in identifying potential exposures and crafting policies that address them comprehensively. Their responsiveness and attention to detail make them a pleasure to work with, and we highly recommend their services to anyone in the homebuilding industry.

Raj Rai
Raison Homes

Our broker has been an invaluable partner in helping us navigate the complexities of the homebuilding industry. They've taken the time to understand our business inside and out, providing us with personalized insurance solutions that offer the right level of protection at competitive rates.

Kevin Sharpe
Sharpe Industries Inc.

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