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Roofing contractor insurance, decoded

Plain-English guides on the coverage that matters for roofing businesses — completed operations, crew workers' comp, tools and equipment, and the certificates your GCs require.

Completed Operations Insurance for Roofing Contractors: What It Is and Why You Need It
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General LiabilityJune 1, 20264 min read

Completed Operations Insurance for Roofing Contractors: What It Is and Why You Need It

Completed-operations coverage on your GL policy protects you from water intrusion and latent defect claims that surface months or years after a roofing job is done. Here's how it works.

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Workers Compensation4 min read

Roofing Workers' Comp Class Codes: Why Getting Them Right Matters

Misclassified roofing workers' comp class codes lead to overpayment, undercoverage, and audit surprises. Here's what codes apply to roofing work and why accurate classification is critical.

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Tools & Equipment4 min read

Tools and Equipment Theft Coverage for Roofers: What's Covered (and What Isn't)

Roofing tool theft from job sites and trucks is common. Here's how inland marine tools and equipment coverage works, what it covers, and the gaps in standard property policies.

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Commercial Umbrella4 min read

Why Roofing Contractors Need a Commercial Umbrella Policy

General contractors increasingly require $5M or $10M umbrella limits from roofing subs. Here's how umbrella coverage works, what it costs, and when you actually need it.

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Surety Bonds4 min read

Roofing License Bonds vs. Insurance: What's the Difference and Do You Need Both?

Many states require roofing contractors to carry both a license bond and general liability insurance. Here's what each covers, how they differ, and why you need both to operate legally.

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