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Workers' Comp Coverage for Excavation Contractors

We've been helping residential and commercial excavation contractors find affordable coverage for over 15 years. Our experts understand the unique underwriting requirements from the insurance companies. That's why we've developed programs designed to help you get the best rates and most flexible payment options.

We partner with the best carriers writing excavation coverage.

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Our carriers have experienced claim managers to close claims quickly.

Our Top Excavation Insurance Companies

Markel FirstComp is a national insurance company licensed in all states.

Markel FirstComp

Markel is a national carrier. Markel offers exceptional workers' comp and liability coverage in most states.

Markel Insurance

Accident Fund Insurance Company specializes in workers' compensation across the United States.

Accident Fund

Accident Fund Insurance Company of America has a direct focus on writing workers' comp coverage for graders and excavators.

Accident Fund

Buy Birkshire Hathaway Guard workers comp insurance.

Birkshire Hathaway Guard

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD is currently licensed to sell workers' compensation insurance in nearly all states. Great insurance company.

Guard Insurance

Benchmark Insurance Company is a mono-line workers comp carrier doing business in most states.

Benchmark Insurance

Benchmark ia a fast growing carrier expanding into most states. Excavation insurance in an industry target.

Benchmark Insurance

Travelers Workers Compensation Insurance.

Travelers

Travelers is an outstanding insurance company with a broad appetite and competitive rates. Great for excavation and grading contractors.

Travelers Insurance

ICW Group is a national insurance company that quotes workers comp in most states.

ICW Group

ICW Group offers great coverage for all types of excavation contractors. They have outstanding rates for target risks.

ICW Group

Liberty Mutual Workers Compensation Insurance Quotes

Liberty Mutual

Liberty Mutual is a national carrier. They write all lines of coverage and offer great workers comp rates on select class codes.

Liberty Mutual

PIE Insurance began offering competitive rates on work comp in 2019 and are expanding fast.

PIE Insurance

PIE Insurance Company is an A-Rated Carrier. They have been aggressive with rates and have a wide appetite.

PIE Insurance

AmTrust offer workers compensation and general liability in virtually all states with an excellent reputation.

AmTrust

AmTrust Financial provides exceptional value for many business types within the construction industry.

AmTrust Insurance

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Workers' Compensation Class Codes Related to Excavation & Grading Work

Employees are grouped into classification codes based on what they do for their job. The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) currently utilizes nearly 800 class codes to help insurance companies categorize employees. Insurance companies create a manual rate for each class code in order to price a policy.

Properly classifying workers is an important part of the quote process. Mis-classified employers may end up paying too much for coverage or owing too much after an audit.

Class Code 6217 | Excavation and Grading Work

Businesses primarily engaged in site preparation, land clearing and earth moving activities. Services often include the demolition of buildings and other structures. Site preparation for homes, buildings, airports, swimming pools and roads are common under this class code. Rock excavation and land grading in conjunction with street or road construction apply to class code 6217. Excavation includes burrowing and backfilling dirt and debris.

Pond and lake construction and ditch digging are also included in this business class. Companies who primarily engage in tree removal should be separately rated under class code 2702. This includes work related to clearing of right-of-ways. Tree removal done by contractors who specialize in tree service and trimming would fall under class code 0106- Tree Trimming.

Alternative State Class Codes for Excavation:

Sometimes a state will deviate from the industry class code recommended by NCCI. Instead of the NCCI code, they may require the utilization of a state specific class code for certain business segments.

Class Code State
6218 California
609 Delaware / Pennsylvania
6219 Texas

Synonyms: excavator, excavating, excavation, land clearing, land grading, site preparation contractors

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A lot of excavation companies are overpaying for insurance coverage because their agent does not have access to the lowest cost insurance companies. Other business owners are using installment plans based on estimated payroll that doesn't adjust as payroll fluctuates. We help our customers find the best insurance rates for each unique state and type of earth moving business. Our Pay As You Go payment plans will improve your business cash flow. We work with new business owners and companies with higher Experience Modification Ratings. We've been writing excavator insurance since 2005.

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What Does Workers' Comp Cover?

What does workers comp cover?

Workers' comp coverage protects employees when injured. It makes good financial sense for both parties.

Injuries and accidents happen. A workers' comp policy is a no-fault system that pays for these accidents and claims. It's required by law in most states.
  • Loss of income for employees unable to perform job duties
  • Medical expenses for employees injured on the job
  • Retraining expenses for employees unable to return
  • Permanent injury or disability for lasting injuries
  • Survivor benefits if employees are killed on the job

Coverage does not protect employers from everything. Sometimes employees and employers can be negligent.

Workmans comp does not cover negligence
In some instances, workers' compensation coverage will not protect employers or employees from the legal liability resulting from a workplace injury.
  • Injuries resulting from a violation of the law
  • Incidents resulting from employees' use fo drugs or alcohol
  • Injuries that did not occur in connection with the job
  • Clear company policy violations
  • Injuries that did not occur in connection with the job

Lower Your Excavation Insurance Costs

The cost of business insurance has been increasing for excavators. General liability and workers' comp insurance have been the major cause of the increase in the cost of coverage. We've partnered with our insurance companies to provide more affordable commercial insurance packages for our customers. Ask about our package insurance options for contractors:

  Workers' Compensation and Employers Liability

  Excavator Liability Insurance

  Personal Property and Commercial Property

  Umbrella Liability and more

Not all lines of insurance coverage or all class codes will be available in all states. Contact one of our workers' comp Specialists for program details on general liability and workers' compensation insurance.


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How Much Does Excavation Insurance Cost?

The average rate our customers pay for workers' compensation under the excavation class code is around $5.25 per $100 of payroll. The average cost for a general liability insurance policy is about $1,750.00.

Workers' Comp Costs

  • Work Comp is priced based on payroll
  • Your state and Emod will affect your cost
  • The type of excavation work can modify rates
  • Premium discounts and policy credits may apply

General Liability Costs

  • GL rates for excavators are based on payroll (rated per $1000)
  • Gross revenue may affect pricing
  • Equipment used and digging depth matter to underwriters
  • Prior clams and years in business affect pricing
  • Excavation SIC code-1794; ISO code-94007
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