Risk Mitigation

Discover strategies and tools to help clients reduce exposure and prevent losses. This area includes safety tips, risk assessments and industry-specific recommendations.

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Guide / Report

Share with your clients how to implement a successful job site security plan.

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Job Site Security Report
Article, Video
Discover the most common causes of course of construction loss and learn steps to mitigate the risk.
Builders Risk Insurance: 3 Top Loss Trends and What Agents Can Do
Article
Get insights from Zurich Risk Engineering Consultant Curt Westrick on hot work permits.
Deciphering the Real Impact of Construction Floods

Commercial

Crime Prevention Reward Program Brochure
Overview Sheet 2 min read

Help your contractor clients discourage crimnal activity on the job site with the Reward Program.

Spontaneous Combustion of Rags and Roofing Mops Report
Guide / Report 3 min read

Discover the common causes of chemical reactions on jobsites and how to prevent them.

Water Intrusion: Advising Clients of Costly Perils
Guide / Report 2 min read

Understand water intrusion, how it differs from covered losses and how to mitigate its risks.

7 Steps to Securing Construction Job Sites
Article
Take these seven risk mitigation measures to deter theft and vandalism of expensive mobile equipment.
Why Hot Work Permits?
Article 2 min read
Get insights from Zurich Risk Engineering Consultant Curt Westrick on hot work permits.
Builders Risk Insurance: 3 Top Loss Trends and What Agents Can Do
Article, Video
Discover the most common causes of course of construction loss and learn steps to mitigate the risk.
Builders Risk Insurance: 3 Considerations When Insuring Frame Construction
Article, Video 5 min
There’s weight off your shoulders when securing Zurich Builders Risk for frame construction. Read US Assure’s blog to learn three things you should keep in mind.
Deter Job Site Criminals with Zurich Builders Risk Reward Program
Article
Discover how to deter would-be vandals and thieves with the Builders Risk Reward Program.
Job Site Security Report
Guide / Report 4 min read

Share with your clients how to implement a successful job site security plan.

Construction Insurance – 8 Coverages for Builders
Article
Explore eight construction insurance options exclusively for builders and contractors in this article from US Assure.
Contractors Equipment: Are your clients protected from thieves and vandals?
Article 2 min read
Discover how to protect contractors from theft and vandalism with contractors equipment coverage.
Tracking High-Value Construction Equipment
Article
Learn how agents can inform clients about the risks of theft and protect their equipment.
Reducing the Risk of Spontaneous Combustion
Article
Learn how to help your clients reduce fire exposures with these risk mitigation tips.
Why Agents Shouldn’t Neglect Installation Floater Insurance
Article
Discover why subcontractors and service providers could benefit from custom coverage for their installation jobs.
Classifying 6 Construction Materials for Builders Risk
Article
Learn about the different types of building element and their classifications under the Builders Risk Plan insured by Zurich.
Top 2 Tips for Hassle-Free Builders Risk Claims
Article 5 min read
Learn essential tactics to avoid builders risk insurance claim complications resulting from common changes for course of construction projects changes and occupancy.
10 Considerations for Quoting Builders Risk Insurance
Article
Utilize the answers to these 10 questions to write more effective builders risk policies.
6 Points Agents Should Know About Premises Liability
Article, Video 4 min read
Discover six quick insights on slip-and-fall coverage to help protect construction clients.
Builders Risk Insurance: Lessons Learned from Claim Setbacks
Article, Video 8 min
As an agent, it's a hard day when clients don't receive expected payment for a loss due to a policy issuance error. Read this article for real claim stories and eight lessons learned to help you avoid similar mistakes.
Avoid Costly E&O Mistakes: Identifying Builders Risk Exposures
Guide / Report 3 min read

Implement these practices to help you prevent oversight and maintain great relationships with clients.

Claim Stories: Missing and Inaccurate Project Documentation
Article, Video
Read this real-life story where an incorrect address, missing cost breakdown and misunderstanding coverage led to an unpaid theft loss.
Deciphering the Real Impact of Construction Floods
Article
Get insights from Zurich Risk Engineering Consultant Curt Westrick on hot work permits.
How Increasing Catastrophes Impact Builders Risk Agents
Article, Video 5 min read
Weather catastrophes are occurring more frequently and with more severity. Read this brief blog to find out how this impacts the job of a builders risk agent.
Contractors Equipment Theft and Vandalism Protection
Guide / Report 3 min read

Understand how to better protect mobile and portable construction equipment.

Reducing Water Damage During Construction
Guide / Report 13 min read

Review and share guidelines to mitigate water exposures, respond to risks and prevent jobsite losses.

Residential

Fire Prevention for Residential Wood Frame Construction Report
Guide / Report 10 min read

Learn Zurich’s risk engineering tips about the tools required to develop and implement a prevention plan.

Water Intrusion: Advising Clients of Costly Perils
Guide / Report 2 min read

Understand water intrusion, how it differs from covered losses and how to mitigate its risks.

Spontaneous Combustion of Rags and Roofing Mops Report
Guide / Report 3 min read

Discover the common causes of chemical reactions on jobsites and how to prevent them.

7 Steps to Securing Construction Job Sites
Article
Take these seven risk mitigation measures to deter theft and vandalism of expensive mobile equipment.
Builders Risk Insurance: 3 Top Loss Trends and What Agents Can Do
Article, Video
Discover the most common causes of course of construction loss and learn steps to mitigate the risk.
Builders Risk Insurance: 3 Considerations When Insuring Frame Construction
Article, Video 5 min
There’s weight off your shoulders when securing Zurich Builders Risk for frame construction. Read US Assure’s blog to learn three things you should keep in mind.
Deter Job Site Criminals with Zurich Builders Risk Reward Program
Article
Discover how to deter would-be vandals and thieves with the Builders Risk Reward Program.
Job Site Security Report
Guide / Report 4 min read

Share with your clients how to implement a successful job site security plan.

Construction Insurance – 8 Coverages for Builders
Article
Explore eight construction insurance options exclusively for builders and contractors in this article from US Assure.
Reducing the Risk of Spontaneous Combustion
Article
Learn how to help your clients reduce fire exposures with these risk mitigation tips.
Why Agents Shouldn’t Neglect Installation Floater Insurance
Article
Discover why subcontractors and service providers could benefit from custom coverage for their installation jobs.
Classifying 6 Construction Materials for Builders Risk
Article
Learn about the different types of building element and their classifications under the Builders Risk Plan insured by Zurich.
7 Tips to Avoid Common Residential Builders Risk Insurance Mistakes
Article
Equip yourself with seven expert insights to navigate claim pitfalls.
Top 2 Tips for Hassle-Free Builders Risk Claims
Article 5 min read
Learn essential tactics to avoid builders risk insurance claim complications resulting from common changes for course of construction projects changes and occupancy.
10 Considerations for Quoting Builders Risk Insurance
Article
Utilize the answers to these 10 questions to write more effective builders risk policies.
7 Tips to Protect Vacant Homes
Article
Provide insight and information to help your clients keep their vacant property safe.
6 Points Agents Should Know About Premises Liability
Article, Video 4 min read
Discover six quick insights on slip-and-fall coverage to help protect construction clients.
Builders Risk Insurance: Lessons Learned from Claim Setbacks
Article, Video 8 min
As an agent, it's a hard day when clients don't receive expected payment for a loss due to a policy issuance error. Read this article for real claim stories and eight lessons learned to help you avoid similar mistakes.
Avoid Costly E&O Mistakes: Identifying Builders Risk Exposures
Guide / Report 3 min read

Implement these practices to help you prevent oversight and maintain great relationships with clients.

Deciphering the Real Impact of Construction Floods
Article
Get insights from Zurich Risk Engineering Consultant Curt Westrick on hot work permits.
Tips For Developing Residential Rental Contract Agreements
Article
Learn how rental contract agreements may impact coverage eligibility.
How Increasing Catastrophes Impact Builders Risk Agents
Article, Video 5 min read
Weather catastrophes are occurring more frequently and with more severity. Read this brief blog to find out how this impacts the job of a builders risk agent.
Contractors Equipment Theft and Vandalism Protection
Guide / Report 3 min read

Understand how to better protect mobile and portable construction equipment.

Reducing Water Damage During Construction
Guide / Report 13 min read

Review and share guidelines to mitigate water exposures, respond to risks and prevent jobsite losses.

Crime Prevention Reward Program Brochure
Overview Sheet 2 min read

Help your contractor clients discourage crimnal activity on the job site with the Reward Program.

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