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Published monthly benchmarks

$240–$290/mo

General liability

$230–$280/mo

Workers compensation

Benchmarks are not quotes. Final price depends on underwriting.

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    We identify the coverage that commonly fits your work and state.

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How much does roofing contractor insurance cost?

Tell us what your business does and get personalized information, including published monthly insurance benchmarks that vary by business, location, payroll, and coverage.

$240–$290/mo

General liability

$230–$280/mo

Workers compensation

$160–$190/mo

Commercial auto

What insurance can help protect

High-hazard jobsite work

Roofing involves height, ladders, crews, weather exposure, and jobsite safety concerns.

Contract and COI requests

GCs, homeowners, and commercial clients often request specific limits before work starts.

Crew and subcontractor exposure

Employees, subs, payroll, and safety practices can affect available options.

Coverage to consider

General Liability

A key coverage for roofing-related third-party property damage or injury claims.

Workers Compensation

Especially important for employees doing high-risk work at height.

Tools and Equipment

Can help protect roofing tools and equipment used across jobs.

Commercial Auto

Often relevant for trucks and vehicles used to move people, materials, and equipment.

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roofers questions?We have answers.

Is roofing harder to insure than other trades?
Often, yes. Roofing can involve height and higher hazard work, so Kinro will ask focused questions before routing the next step.
Do roofers need workers comp?
Workers comp is commonly important when roofing businesses have employees. Requirements vary by state.
Can Kinro help with roofing certificates?
Yes. Share the certificate requirements and Kinro can help review the next step.
Does roofing general liability cover every leak or installation problem?
No. Coverage depends on the cause of damage, policy terms, exclusions, and the work performed. Ask an agent to distinguish damage to other property from the cost of repairing your own faulty work, and to review roofing, water-damage, and completed-operations restrictions.
What should I send when a client requests additional insured status?
Send the written contract, project details, and the client's exact legal name. A certificate alone does not add coverage. The policy or an applicable endorsement must provide the requested additional insured protection, subject to its terms.
What can change the price?
  • Residential versus commercial roofing and maximum height
  • Payroll, subcontractors, project size, and materials used
  • Claims, vehicles, limits, location, and safety controls

Typical market benchmarks, not quotes or guaranteed prices. Your actual premium can be lower or higher after underwriting.

What should roofers check before accepting a job?

Match your insurance to the roofing work you actually perform, not just the limits on a certificate. Share the project's scope and insurance requirements with a licensed agent before work begins.

  • Describe roof types, maximum height, residential versus commercial work, and any torch or hot-work methods. Ask whether the policy restricts those operations.
  • Review how the policy treats water intrusion, damage to existing property, and claims after completion. Do not assume that repairing faulty work is covered.
  • Provide payroll, subcontractor costs, certificates, and written agreements. Workers compensation and licensing requirements depend on the state and business structure.

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