What Is Builder's Risk Insurance?

Builder’s Risk Insurance is a specialized type of property insurance designed to protect a building or structure while it is under construction or renovation. Coverage can help protect the financial interests of property owners, developers, contractors, and others with an insurable interest in the project.

Depending on the policy, coverage may extend to building materials, fixtures, supplies, and equipment that are part of the construction project if they are damaged or lost due to a covered cause.

What Can Builder's Risk Insurance Cover?

Coverage varies by policy and carrier, but Builder’s Risk Insurance may provide protection against covered losses resulting from events such as fire, theft, vandalism, wind, hail, lightning, and certain other causes of physical damage.

Policies may also offer options for materials temporarily stored off-site, property in transit, debris removal, and other project-related exposures.

Because every construction project is different, it’s important to select coverage based on the project’s construction value, location, duration, scope of work, and specific risks.

Who Needs Builder's Risk Insurance?

Builder’s Risk Insurance may be appropriate for:

  • Property owners and developers
  • General contractors and builders
  • Commercial construction projects
  • New residential construction
  • Building additions and expansions
  • Major renovations and remodeling projects
  • Investors renovating or developing properties

The construction contract or project lender may also require Builder’s Risk coverage and establish specific insurance requirements.

Protect Your Project from Start to Finish

Construction projects involve significant investments in materials, labor, equipment, and time. Oakdale Insurance Group can help you evaluate your project’s exposures and find Builder’s Risk coverage designed around your specific construction needs.

Contact our commercial insurance team today to discuss your project or request a Builder’s Risk Insurance quote.