PROTECTION THAT MOVES WITH YOUR EQUIPMENT
CONTRACTOR INLAND MARINE INSURANCE
JCF CONTRACTOR INSURANCE
Protect tools, mobile equipment, materials and qualifying property while in transit, temporarily stored or moving between jobsites.
✓ Contractor tools & equipment
✓ mobile equipment
✓ materials in transit
✓ installation floaters
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your property doesn't stay at one address
A commercial property policy is generally designed around property kept at scheduled premises. Contractors regularly move tools, equipment and materials between their shop, vehicles, storage locations and active jobsites.
Contractor inland marine insurance can protect qualifying property while it is transported, temporarily stored or used away from the contractor’s primary location—subject to the selected coverage, limits and policy terms.
tools & equipment
Coverage for qualifying hand tools, power tools and portable equipment used across multiple jobsites.
mobile equipment
Protection for scheduled or qualifying equipment such as generators, compressors, lifts and other mobile machinery.
materials in transit
Coverage for qualifying materials and supplies while being transported to a jobsite or temporary location.
installation floater
Protection for qualifying materials, equipment and property awaiting installation or during the installation process.
WHAT CAN CONTRACTOR INLAND MARINE INSURANCE COVER?
Coverage can be structured around the tools, equipment, materials and property that move with your contracting operations.
contractor tools
Hand tools, power tools and portable equipment used at
jobsites or carried between work locations.
scheduled Equipment
Higher-value machinery and mobile equipment individually
listed with a specific coverage amount.
materials & Supplies
Qualifying construction materials while in transit, temporarily
stored or awaiting use at a covered project.
Property Being Installed
Qualifying materials, fixtures and equipment during transportation,
temporary storage and the installation process.
The right coverage structure depends on what you own, what you transport, where it is stored and the maximum value exposed at one location.
COMMON INLAND MARINE COVERAGE GAPS
Review these common limitations before assuming every tool, piece of equipment or theft exposure is protected.
UNSCHEDULED HIGH-VALUE EQUIPMENT
Blanket coverage may have a maximum amount per item. Equipment worth more than that limit may need to be individually scheduled.
THEFT FROM VEHICLES
Some policies restrict or exclude theft from an unlocked vehicle, overnight theft, or property without visible signs of forced entry.
EMPLOYEE-OWNED TOOLS
Tools owned by employees may not be covered unless employee tools are specifically included with an appropriate limit.
RENTED OR LEASED EQUIPMENT
Borrowed, rented or leased equipment may require separate coverage and may be subject to different limits, deductibles and contract requirements.
Important: Review per-item limits, valuation, deductibles, covered locations, security requirements
and exclusions before assuming every tool or piece of equipment is protected.
SCHEDULED VS. BLANKET EQUIPMENT COVERAGE
Contractor inland marine policies can cover equipment using a scheduled approach, blanket coverage or a combination of both. The right
structure depends on the value of each item and how frequently equipment is added, replaced or moved.
SCHEDULED EQUIPMENT
- Higher-value items are individually listed
- Each item has a specific coverage amount
- Make, model, serial number and value may be required
- Best for expensive machinery and identifiable equipment
BLANKET COVERAGE
- Covers qualifying property within one combined limit
- Easier for collections of smaller tools and equipment
- Usually includes a maximum limit per item
- Inventory records and proof of ownership remain important
A blended approach can schedule expensive equipment individually while using blanket coverage for lower-value tools and portable equipment.
NOT SURE HOW TO LIST YOUR EQUIPMENT?
Send us your equipment list and estimated values so we can help review the appropriate coverage structure.
HOW WILL YOUR TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT BE VALUED?
The amount paid for damaged or stolen property can depend on the valuation provision shown in the policy. The equipment’s age, condition, documentation and selected coverage structure can all affect claim settlement.
REPLACEMENT COST
May pay the cost to replace qualifying covered property with comparable new property, subject to policy requirements and limits.
ACTUAL CASH VALUE
Generally considers depreciation based on the property’s age, condition and expected useful life.
agreed or stated value
Scheduled equipment may be insured using an amount established when the policy is written, subject to the policy’s valuation terms.
Important: A scheduled value is not automatically a guaranteed claim payment. Coinsurance, deductibles,
depreciation, loss-settlement provisions and documentation requirements may still apply.
WHAT DO WE NEED TO QUOTE YOUR COVERAGE?
✓ Description of tools, equipment and materials
✓ Estimated total value of all covered property
✓ Make, model, year and serial number for higher-value equipment
✓ Maximum value carried in any one vehicle
✓ Maximum value stored at any one jobsite or temporary location
✓ Details about overnight storage and vehicle security
✓ Employee-owned, rented or leased equipment exposures
✓ Prior inland marine or equipment losses
Have an equipment list or spreadsheet?
Send it with your application so we can review scheduled items,
blanket limits and potential coverage gaps.
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Common Questions Answered
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
What is contractor inland marine insurance?
Contractor inland marine insurance can cover qualifying tools, equipment, materials and other movable property while in transit, temporarily stored or used away from the contractor’s primary location.
What is the difference between scheduled and blanket equipment coverage?
Scheduled coverage lists higher-value equipment individually with specific coverage amounts. Blanket coverage uses one combined limit for qualifying tools and equipment but commonly includes a maximum limit for each item.
Are employee-owned tools covered?
Not automatically. Employee-owned tools may require specific coverage with a separate limit. Confirm whether the policy covers only business-owned property or also includes property belonging to employees.
What is an installation floater?
An installation floater can cover qualifying materials, fixtures and equipment while in transit, temporarily stored, awaiting installation or during the installation process. Coverage generally ends according to specific policy conditions, such as completion or acceptance of the work.
How are stolen or damaged tools valued?
Claim valuation may be based on replacement cost, actual cash value, agreed value or stated value, depending on the policy. Deductibles, depreciation, documentation and policy limits can affect the settlement.
How much does contractor inland marine insurance cost?
Pricing depends on total insured value, equipment types, per-item limits, valuation method, deductibles, storage and security, operating territory, theft exposure and claims history.
Does inland marine insurance cover tools stolen from a vehicle?
No. General liability is one part of a contractor insurance program. It may cover certain third-party bodily injury, property damage and completed-work claims, but it does not replace commercial auto, workers’ compensation or equipment coverage.
Does inland marine insurance cover rented or leased equipment?
Only if rented or leased equipment is included in the policy. Coverage may be subject to separate limits, deductibles, rental-agreement requirements and exclusions.
Does inland marine insurance cover materials in transit?
It can cover qualifying construction materials and supplies while being transported to a jobsite or temporary storage location. Transit limits, covered causes of loss and vehicle-security requirements vary by policy.
Does inland marine insurance cover equipment breakdown?
Standard inland marine insurance generally covers direct physical loss from specified covered causes, not internal mechanical or electrical breakdown. Equipment-breakdown coverage may need to be added separately.
What information is needed for an inland marine quote?
Typically, insurers need a description of the property, total value, higher-value equipment details, maximum value in any vehicle or location, storage and security practices, rented or employee-owned equipment exposures, and prior loss history.
Is inland marine insurance included in general liability insurance?
No. General liability primarily addresses qualifying third-party injury and property-damage claims. It generally does not insure a contractor’s own tools, equipment or materials against theft or physical damage.
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