STRUCTURES INSIDER

The U.S. construction and specialty trades sector generates over $2 trillion yearly. That's a big number, and it puts contractors right in the spotlight. In 2026, you're dealing with rising labor costs, tougher licensing rules, and more lawsuits than you'd probably like. State regulators keep tightening compliance standards, and project owners now ask to see specific AM Best ratings before you even get the contract signed. Pick an insurer that doesn't understand how contracto