Real carrier recommendations from independent insurance agents who have placed general contractors, artisan trades, and construction businesses in Washington.
These carriers are most frequently recommended by agents for placing general contractors, artisan trades, and construction businesses in Washington.
Real conversations from agents about placing general contractors, artisan trades, and construction businesses in Washington.
In December I get a call from a guy asking to get find a policy same day for an HVAC GL policy. Small single contractor risk in WA, I bind a $3.6k premium GL with NEXT. Now, first week of January I get them calling back asking if I can remarket their insurance for a better rate. I know that I...
For small HVAC contractors try biBERK, Thimble, or Coterie for quick same-day binds.
Simply Business is another good option for small contractors needing same-day GL.
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Based on agent discussions, carriers frequently mentioned for general contractors, artisan trades, and construction businesses in Washington include NEXT, Coterie, Erie, Thimble, biBERK. Availability varies by specific risk details.
Many agents report difficulty placing general contractors, artisan trades, and construction businesses in Washington. Our database contains 2 discussions specifically about this niche in Washington, reflecting the ongoing challenges agents face finding willing carriers.
Independent agents in Washington recommend networking with peers, working with wholesale brokers like RT Specialty or Kinsale, and checking surplus lines markets. Browse the 2 agent discussions below for specific carrier recommendations.
NEXT is honestly one of the best for small HVAC contractors. Quick bind, decent rates.