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Builder’s Risk Insurance

Builder’s Risk Insurance

Construction Coverage That Protects Every Phase of Your Project

Are you building a home, remodeling a property, or managing a commercial construction site in California? You need Builder’s Risk Insurance — also known as Course of Construction Insurance — to protect your investment from unexpected losses.

At Good Fellow Insurance, we provide custom-tailored builder’s risk insurance in California to cover your structure, materials, and tools throughout the entire construction process.

What Is Builder’s Risk Insurance?

Builder’s Risk Insurance is a specialized form of property insurance designed to cover buildings under construction. It protects against a wide range of risks, including:

  • Fire, lightning, and explosion
  • Theft and vandalism
  • Windstorm, hail, and water damage
  • Materials in transit or stored off-site
  • Temporary structures and construction equipment

Whether you're a contractor, developer, or property owner, this coverage helps ensure your project doesn’t suffer financially from unforeseen events.

Who Needs Builder’s Risk Insurance?

You may need construction insurance in California if you are:

  • A general contractor working on residential or commercial projects
  • A homebuilder or developer managing ground-up construction
  • A real estate investor or flipper undertaking major renovations
  • A commercial builder or construction firm operating in California

What Does It Cover?

Your California Builder’s Risk Insurance policy can include:

  • The structure under construction
  • Building materials and supplies (on-site, in storage, or in transit)
  • Scaffolding, fencing, and temporary structures
  • Construction tools and equipment
  • Soft costs such as permits, design fees, and financing expenses related to delays from covered losses

Optional add-ons can extend coverage for earthquake, flood, or green building materials.

Why Builder’s Risk Insurance Is Critical?

Construction in California comes with unique risks — from wildfire zones and seismic activity to job site theft and weather damage. A basic contractor liability policy doesn’t cover your work in progress — that’s why builder’s risk is essential.

At Good Fellow Insurance, we understand the regional risks and help you craft the right policy based on your location, timeline, and budget.

Insurance Benefits of Coverage

Why Choose Good Fellow Insurance?

  • ✅ Local Knowledge – Experts in California construction insurance
  • ✅ Fast Quotes – Get coverage started in 24 hours or less
  • ✅ Custom Policies – Tailored for residential, commercial, or renovation projects
  • ✅ Bundling Options – Combine with General Liability, Work Comp, or Surtey Bonds
  • ✅ Hands-On Service – Family-run, client-first insurance brokerage

Get a Free Builder’s Risk Insurance Quote

Let’s protect your construction project before the first shovel hits the ground. We make it easy to get started — just tell us a bit about your build and we’ll provide a quote that’s fast, competitive, and customized.

Frequently Asked Questions

Builder’s risk insurance is a specialized policy that protects buildings under construction from property damage caused by fire, theft, vandalism, weather, and other covered risks. In California, where wildfire and natural disaster risk is high, this coverage is essential to avoid financial losses during a construction project.

Builder’s risk insurance is usually purchased by general contractors, developers, property owners, or construction managers. Lenders often require it before releasing funds for a build, especially in commercial and residential construction.

The cost of builder’s risk insurance in California depends on the total construction value, project timeline, location, and the types of coverage included. On average, policies range from 1% to 4% of the total construction cost. We provide free quotes tailored to your project.

Builder’s risk covers property and materials during construction, while general liability covers bodily injury or property damage claims arising from your operations. For full protection, California contractors typically carry both types of coverage.

Builder’s risk insurance typically covers the structure and materials, not liability for subcontractors. Subcontractors should carry their own liability and workers’ comp insurance. However, your policy may include some coverage for work performed by subs — we can help you review the fine print.

Policies are generally written for the length of your construction project — typically 3, 6, or 12 months. Extensions are available if your timeline changes. It ends when the project is complete or the property is occupied.

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