Alliance Insurance Group Blog: construction
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Wednesday, February 15, 2017Beads of sweat begin to form on the brow of an underwriter immediately after spotting saltwater disposal, injection wells or treatment facilities on an application. These are some of the most uncomfortable risks in the energy sector to insure today. READ MORE >>
Monday, March 21, 2016General Contractors are always asking for specific insurance language from their subcontractors’ policies. In order to get the bid and keep their employees working, the subcontractor contacts their agent just to get it done. They don’t truly understand what rights and privileges they are giving the General Contractor. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, February 2, 2016Like all insurance policies, those specifically designated for roofing companies include industry-specific language and coverages. Many policies are full of exclusions that are not always the first thing your agent will tell you about. Price means a lot when it comes to insurance. READ MORE >>
Monday, January 25, 2016 It’s always a frustrating time of year when your General Liability policy renews. The insurance carrier seemingly always wants more money every year. Your current agent offers very little help other than an apology and a story about how everyone is experiencing rising rates. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, January 20, 2016 Roofing is a very dangerous job and your worker's compensation premiums often reflect the expensive nature of treating an employee injured on the job. But there are steps you can take to limit your exposure and lower your premiums. How to save money on roofing contractor premiums: READ MORE >>
Friday, April 17, 2015Independent contractors will be scrutinized even more, by both state and federal regulatory bodies. In a December 2014 Wall Street Journal article, the Department of Labor’s (DOL) chief enforcer identified misclassification of independent contractors as one of its biggest enforcement issues. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, November 11, 2014Business owners are always trying to contain costs for their business. They do the right thing and provide Workers Compensation insurance for their employees because accidents happen. And what does the insurance company do when the business uses the insurance that they pay for? READ MORE >>
Tuesday, July 29, 2014Accidents can happen anywhere, including at home and in the workplace. You can slip, fall, run into objects or be struck by them, end up with strains and sprains from lifting or moving something too heavy, or suffer serious injury and even death from exposure to power sources or accidents with machinery. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, July 16, 2014Safety and the protection of workers’ health during industrial activities are of paramount concern, and there are certain risks in the construction industry that may not be obvious. One such risk is crystalline silica exposure. READ MORE >>
Monday, January 20, 2014Erecting a building is a highly detailed project that can take months to accomplish, all the while exposing the unfinished structure to the risk of damage due to inclement weather and other forces of nature. Each year, property losses caused by fire, storms, and other weather events cost tens of billions of dollars in necessary repairs. READ MORE >>
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