Builders risk insurance, explained — and checked
Builders risk protects a project under construction. CoverageIQ confirms yours covers what's actually on site.
Analyze my policyBuilders risk is temporary, project-specific coverage for a structure while it's being built — and its limits, term, and exclusions catch people off guard. Coverage can lapse before the project is truly complete, materials stored off-site or in transit may not be included, and soft costs like lost rent and extended financing during a delay are often left out entirely. A fire two weeks before handover can fall into any of these gaps.
What CoverageIQ checks for you
- Whether the coverage limit reflects total completed value, not just current spend
- Materials in transit and stored off-site — included or excluded
- Policy term and whether it extends through punch-list and occupancy
- Soft costs and lost income from project delay after a covered loss
- Exclusions for faulty workmanship, design and the testing phase
See exactly what your policy covers
Upload the builders risk policy before the project starts — that's when gaps are still fixable.
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Frequently asked questions
What does builders risk insurance cover?
It covers physical loss or damage to a structure under construction — and usually the materials and supplies intended for it — from perils like fire, wind, theft and vandalism. It does not cover completed-operations liability, tools, or, in most forms, faulty workmanship itself.
When does builders risk coverage end?
Typically at the earliest of project completion, occupancy, or the policy expiration date. The risk is that 'completion' or 'occupancy' may be triggered before you expect — leaving the final phase uninsured. CoverageIQ checks the termination terms against your timeline.
Does builders risk cover materials stored off-site?
Only if the policy specifically includes off-site storage and transit coverage, often with separate sub-limits. Many builders risk policies cover only materials at the job site, leaving warehoused or in-transit materials exposed. It's a common and avoidable gap.
Does builders risk cover faulty workmanship?
Generally no. Builders risk excludes the cost to correct defective work or materials, though some forms cover resulting damage to other parts of the project. This is a frequent source of disputes — CoverageIQ flags exactly how your policy treats it.
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