Construction Insurance

Construction Insurance

Your construction project protected, from foundation to roof

Protect yourself as a client or as a construction company against unforeseen damage, destruction, and theft. Construction insurance covers all building work, from the foundation to the roof structure, including construction materials and fixtures that are a permanent part of the project.

Benefits of this insurance

All-risk coverage throughout the build

Covers all material damage not expressly excluded, from the start to the completion of construction.

From foundation to roof

Covers all building work from the foundation to the roof structure, as well as materials and fixtures permanently attached to the project.

Low premium relative to project value

A six-figure construction budget can be protected with a premium of just a few hundred euros.

Expandable with interruption coverage

You can supplement the policy with a construction interruption module to cover costs arising from delays.

What is covered

  • Damage from extreme weather events

    Covers damage caused by storms, hail, flooding, and other unforeseen weather events.

  • Vandalism and malicious damage

    Covers damage caused by vandalism during the construction phase.

  • Construction and execution errors

    Covers damage resulting from construction, execution, or material errors.

  • Theft of materials and installed elements

    Covers the theft of construction materials and elements already installed at the site.

What is not covered

  • Contracting after construction has started

    Construction insurance must be taken out before construction begins in order to be valid.

  • Natural wear and pre-existing defects

    Does not cover natural wear of materials or defects that existed before the insurance began.

Real claim examples

€85,000

Storm damage during construction

A severe storm significantly damages a structure under construction; the insurance covers the full repair.

€9,500

Theft of materials at the construction site

Construction materials stored on-site are stolen overnight; the insurance covers the replacement.

Frequently asked questions

Who can take out this insurance?

Both clients and construction companies, including their subcontractors, can take out and benefit from this insurance.

What determines the sum insured?

The sum insured is based on the total construction costs of the project.

When should I take out the insurance?

Construction insurance must be taken out before construction begins in order to provide full protection.

Can the cost be shared among the executing companies?

Yes, it is common to split the premium cost proportionally among the executing construction companies, since they are also protected by the policy.

Starting a construction project?

Tell us the details of your project, and we will help you calculate the right coverage before you begin.

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