On April 9, 2025, an accident at a gas pipeline in Allegan County, Michigan, interrupted natural gas service to over 5,200 customers. The crew hit a buried gas line during… [Read More]
How to Win Clients with a Better Excavation Contractor Insurance Strategy
Preparing Grading and Excavation Contractors for 2026’s Top Project Risks
Times are changing in the construction industry, and as we approach a new year, it’s a great time to assess what’s new and impactful for clients in 2026. Near the… [Read More]
The Future of Construction Claims: Regulations and Insurance Challenges
Summary: Regulatory drift, longer tails, and always-on job data are reshaping construction claims. Stronger daily habits win: photo-rich dailies, clean RFIs/submittals, updated schedules and notices, verified locates and safety… [Read More]
The Excavation Contractors’ Guide to Maintaining Health and Safety
Summary: Residential lots raise unique risks for excavation contractors with tight access, neighbors, traffic, and shifting soils, making small shortcuts costly. Safety holds when habits do, so protect before you… [Read More]
Subcontractor Liability Every Broker Should Know
With annual revenues in the trillions and rapid expansion expected over the next several years, the construction industry continues to be a bright spot in the U.S. economy. Nevertheless, construction… [Read More]
5 Things to Know About Land Improvement Services and Insurance Coverage
Summary: Land improvement services carry exposures that live long past project completion, from settlement claims to pollution incidents that surface months after crews leave the site. Smart contractors layer their… [Read More]
Contractor Safety and Insurance During Fall Months: Preparing Construction Sites for Autumn
“In addition to the perils that exist year-round on every construction site — such as falls, struck-by incidents, and electrocution — autumn weather can introduce a new set of risks… [Read More]
OSHA Violations: The Hidden Barrier to Securing Construction Projects
Last year in New Jersey, a roofing contractor was fined $328,545 after OSHA inspectors found repeated fall protection failures. Since 2017, RRC Home Improvement had been cited five different times,… [Read More]
5 Tips to Lessen The Impact of Construction Labor Shortage
Let’s look at a typical scenario from your line of work. Crews are scheduled for 7 am, but you realize that two apprentices are a no-show, and the framing sub… [Read More]
Excavator Equipment Insurance: How to Protect Your Fleet from Today’s Biggest Jobsite Threats
At 2:19 AM on July 6, 2025, police stopped an active excavator theft near Lake Poinsett. The suspects damaged the machine and took out a nearby car trailer too. Unfortunately,… [Read More]
