The Best Contractors Tools & Equipment Insurance for 2026
Anyone in the trades knows how important it is to have the right tools for the job. Unfortunately, construction tools and equipment are prone to…
Brandon Medina
Brandon is a senior researcher for Construction Coverage and also works full-time in BIM modeling for a major concrete contractor in Southern California. He has previously held positions as a senior VDC engineer with Truebeck Construction and project engineer with Gordon Prill, Inc.
Brandon grew up in California and graduated from California State University with a degree in Construction Management. Through his formal education and work, Brandon has gained invaluable experience across all aspects of the construction and logistics industries, including commercial trucking and shipping.
The Complete Guide to Construction Insurance
There are many different types of insurance designed to protect property owners, developers, and contractors through the various phases of a construction project. In fact,…
The Best Handyman Insurance Companies
The top insurers for handymen offer tailored general liability, commercial auto, and equipment coverage to protect your assets from expensive on-the-job accidents. In certain states,…
General Liability vs. Professional Liability Insurance in Construction
Contractor general liability insurance primarily covers physical accidents, such as third-party bodily injury and property damage, that happen during active operations on the jobsite. It…
How Much Does General Liability Insurance Cost for Contractors in 2026?
Your company’s general liability insurance premium is calculated by underwriters using several core risk variables: your specific trade classification, where you operate, how much subcontracted…
What Does Contractor General Liability Insurance Cover?
This guide is for contractors, trades, and construction business owners who need to know exactly what their policy protects, what it excludes, and how to…
General Liability Insurance Requirements for Contractors
This guide is for for small contractors needing to know their state’s minimum licensing requirements to legally operate, as well as growing trades and general…
The Best Builders Risk Insurance Companies for 2026
Builders risk insurance (also known as course of construction insurance) is one of the most common forms of construction insurance, covering buildings and other structures…
Best General Liability Insurance for Contractors in 2026
This guide is for construction business owners, general contractors, and specialty tradespeople who need reliable general liability insurance to meet state licensing requirements and secure…
QuickBooks for Contractors: 2026 Editions & Feature Comparison
QuickBooks remains the baseline accounting software for most construction firms, but the landscape looks entirely different this year. With the 2026 rollout of Intuit Enterprise…
What Is a General Contractor (GC)?
In both commercial and residential construction, the general contractor serves as the central command hub of the build. While the property owner provides the vision…
Builders Risk Insurance vs. Homeowners Insurance: Which Do You Need?
For most property owners, a major renovation or new build is a calculated financial investment. While you likely budget for materials, labor, and permits, it…
How to Track Construction Costs Using Standardized Cost Codes
Many growing contractors look at a positive bank balance and assume the business is healthy. In reality, you can have plenty of cash on hand…
What Is Contractor General Liability Insurance? (Complete Guide)
You cannot step foot on a commercial job site, pull a municipal permit, or sign a contract with a general contractor without general liability (GL)…
The Best Inland Marine Insurance Companies for 2026
Inland marine insurance is a specialized commercial property policy that covers business assets, materials, and mobile equipment while they are in transit over land, stored…