Contractors and handypersons
We love providing coverage to a wide variety of small contractors and handypersons. Our in-depth understanding of this sector lets us provide a single package policy for protection customized for the industry.
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Appetite overview
We have a very broad appetite for small contractors and handypersons. From drywall and painting contractors to landscapers and janitorial services, we cater to a wide range of businesses that provide construction, cleaning and repair services to homes and businesses.
Core appetite
- Carpentry
- Janitorial/cleaning services
- Painting
- Sound equipment installation
Broader appetite
- Cabling installation
- Electrical work
- Electronics install & repair
- Handyperson
Edge of appetite
- Drywall or wallboard installation and repair
- Irrigation or drainage systems
- Swimming pool contractor
- Welder
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At Hiscox, we deeply understand the complexities of our specialist sectors and design our protection accordingly. This enables us to help you unlock new opportunities and strengthen your existing client relationships.
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Our companies in the US include Hiscox Insurance Company Inc. (NAIC# 10200), and its general agent, Hiscox Inc. Hiscox Insurance Company Inc. is a Chicago, IL domiciled insurer admitted or licensed to do business in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Hiscox Insurance Company Inc. is rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best with a group financial size category (FSC) of XV ($2 Billion or greater), proving we have strong capital reserves.
Hiscox Inc., a DE corporation that does business in California as Hiscox Insurance Agency, is an approved Lloyd’s cover holder and underwrites surplus lines business on behalf of Lloyd’s Syndicates 33 and 3624. Syndicate 33 is rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best. Lloyd’s syndicates are restricted in doing business in the USA and its territories as they are not US-based insurers. The business we write on behalf of Lloyd’s Syndicates 33 and 3624 in the US is placed by licensed surplus lines insurance brokers.