Asbestos is a naturally occurring substance that was regularly used in housing insulation from the 1940s through the 1970s. It was flame retardant and an inexpensive material to use in home construction. Not only was it used in insulation, but also... (Read More)

Construction is a risky business—whether it is trying to prevent accidents on the job or managing tight deadlines, everything involves taking risks. The key to success in construction is evaluating and managing risk. With the current spurt of... (Read More)

If you have clients who are general contractors in the oil and gas, consulting, construction or other industries, you know their unique risks require specialty insurance products. C&S Specialty Underwriters is the construction and environmental... (Read More)

Construction is a dangerous job. Did you know that more than 20 percent of occupational fatalities are in construction? Construction workers engage in any number of hazardous activities that expose them to injuries, including falls from roofs, being... (Read More)

The label given to contractors who bring their tools and highly developed skills to the job site — artisan or casual contractors — can be misleading. After all, there is nothing artsy or casual about the risks these professionals face on the... (Read More)

Mold is a destructive nemesis for the construction industry and it has caused numerous problems for all kinds of contractors ranging from electricians to HVAC to roofers to environmental remediation. For this reason, it is vital that contractors... (Read More)

As an independent contractor, you need liability protection against damage that you could potentially — and unintentionally — cause as you work. This includes damage caused by hazardous waste, and contractors who work in the oil, agribusiness... (Read More)

Mold has caused numerous problems for all kinds of contractors ranging from electricians to HVAC to roofers to environmental remediation. For this reason it is important for contractors across all segments to consider their potential mold exposures... (Read More)

With pollution on the rise, it is becoming increasingly important to find ways to protect our natural resources, from air to water to soil. Does your company handle soil remediation? The need for this service is only going to become more in... (Read More)