Risk

Preparing for Extreme Weather: Insurance Considerations for Contractors
Preparing construction projects to withstand extreme weather can look like flood mitigation and high-wind tie-downs onsite, but it should also look like acquiring the right insurance and updating it accordingly.
By Matthew Summers
July 31, 2024
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by Matthew Summers
Matthew Summers, Head of Construction, Newfront
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