General Contractor insurance requirements by state

Coordinates subcontractors on residential or commercial builds and carries the prime contract with the owner. NAICS 236118 · high hazard class. Pick your state for the statutory thresholds, the limits clients demand, and modelled premiums.

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These are the providers that actually write general contractor risks in California. Bring the limits above with you — quoting the wrong limits is the single most common reason a certificate gets rejected.

CoverWalletBroker marketplace — compares several carriers at once. Useful when your contract demands limits the direct writers will not issue.Next InsuranceOnline quote in about 10 minutes, instant certificate download. Strongest for solo operators and crews under five.Pie InsuranceWorkers' compensation specialist. Usually the cheapest path once you have W-2 employees in a competitive state.biBERKBerkshire Hathaway direct. Low prices on commercial auto and property for established businesses.

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What it typically costs

Modelled annual cost for a small general contractor operation with a crew of one to four in California: $11,450–$56,150, typically around $23,250. Rates move with payroll, claims history and contract limits.

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