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      General Liability

      Core protection against property damage & bodily injury

      Workers Compensation

      Required when you hire employees (not subcontractors)

      Surety Bonds

      License, bid, and performance bonds for contractors.

      Commercial Auto

      Necessary if you use vehicles exclusively for business

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      Protects materials and equipment while in transit or stored

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      Coverage for construction projects under development.

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        General Contractors

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        Coverage built for licensed electrical contractors.

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  • What is Experience Modification Rate (EMR) in Construction?

    What is Experience Modification Rate (EMR) in Construction?

    If you’re a contractor wondering why your workers’ compensation premiums keep going up, or why you lost a bid because of a number you didn’t understand, this page is for you. Your Experience Modification Rate (EMR) might be the most important number in your construction business that you’ve never fully understood. It directly impacts your…

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