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Prevent Water Damage From Wreaking Havoc

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Water damage has long been one of the most common insurance claims in the industry, and it now accounts for up to one-third of all payouts on builder’s risk policies. The cost of those payouts has been rising steeply for several years, and insurers have consequently taken severe steps to mitigate their risks.

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Factors to Know About Crane and Rigging Insurance

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Fortunately, crane and rigging insurance provide protection and compensation. However, understanding these insurance policies is key to maximizing your benefits. What is crane and rigging insurance? Other common crane and rigging insurance types include: Boom truck operator insurance.

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15 Tips For Starting Your Own Roof and Guttering Business

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Insurance, liability, and workers’ compensation . Other costs: Insurance, taxes, advertising, vehicle maintenance, dumpster fees, and petrol. 10) Business bank account and credit card. A separate bank account will make management easier, and it will help protect your personal assets. 11) Accounting.

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Why Commercial Facility Maintenance Is Your Best Insurance Policy

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Some systems or commercial construction features need regular upgrades that have to be accounted for. The big take away from all of these services is that the right commercial facility maintenance can serve as the best insurance policy and save you thousands in facility maintenance costs. Scheduled commercial property maintenance.

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Creating a JOC Coefficient?

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General insurances. Workmen’s compensations insurance. State unemployment insurance. Federal unemployment insurance. Adjustment factors to account for small jobs. Payment Bond premium(s) (please note that Payment Bonds are required for task order. projects valued over $35K; 9. Social security contributions.

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2013 Construction Insurance Market Update

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Rate increases began in early 2012 and, to some degree, were nominal and isolated to accounts suffering adverse loss history. Contractors have begun to feel the circumstances of the current market and the “pinch in their pockets” by the underwriting community.

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5 Tips for Filing a Roof Replacement Insurance Claim

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Filing a roof replacement insurance claim may be your only chance of taking care of the necessary repairs and renovations, especially after a huge storm, water damage, or other calamities and catastrophes. This having been said, here are 5 tips for filing a roof replacement insurance claim. Contact the Insurance Policy.

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