Owner-operators and small crews

Small builder, real coverage, no minimum-premium trap

You do not need a policy built for a national contractor. You need one that satisfies the contract and does not overcharge you for payroll you do not have.

Get a small-shop quote

Built for a small operation

Low minimum premium

Entry-level policies for owner-operators and two or three person crews.

Add subs without a rewrite

We structure the policy so hiring your first subcontractor does not mean a new application.

Tools and equipment

Optional inland marine coverage for the tools that disappear from job sites.

No audit surprise

We walk through how the premium is calculated before you sign anything.

What to sort out before you bind

Getting these right up front is what keeps a small policy from becoming an expensive one.

Questions from first-time buyers

I am a one-person operation. Do I need general liability?

If you work for anyone who asks for a certificate, yes. Most general contractors will not let you start without one.

What happens if I use a subcontractor who has no insurance?

Their payroll can be charged to your policy at audit, and their mistakes can become your claim. Ask for their certificate.

Can I pay monthly?

Many carriers offer installments. We will show you the financing cost rather than hiding it in the premium.

How do I add a second crew member?

Report the payroll change. On a pay-as-you-go policy it adjusts monthly without a new application.

Worth pricing alongside liability

Inland marine for tools and equipment

Commercial auto for work vehicles and trailers

Workers compensation once you have employees

A business owner's policy if you own or lease a shop

Quote for a small building business

Two minutes of detail is enough for a real quote.