Plumbing Contractors Insurance
Plumbing contractors nationwide get asked for certificates that match the subcontract — not a generic ACORD that forgets additional insured or completed operations. Lions & Coventry Insurance Services places plumbing contractors insurance across the U.S. Sacramento metro is a local example, not the scope limit. Brokerage notes below — not a quote and not legal advice.
Coverages plumbing contractors usually need on the bid
- General liability with additional insured and primary/noncontributory wording GCs actually endorse
- Workers compensation with class codes that match plumbing work — misclassification shows up at audit
- Commercial auto for service vans and crew vehicles
- Inland marine / tools for scheduled equipment that leaves the truck
- CSLB license bond context ($25,000 contractor bond path for many license situations after SB 607) — bond is not GL
Start from the statewide hub: Construction insurance. National hub: Construction insurance. Trade neighbors: Roofing · Electrical.
Certificates and CG 20 10 / CG 20 37 (plain English)
A COI is evidence of insurance on a date. Owners and GCs often also require endorsements. In broad educational terms, CG 20 10 is often associated with ongoing operations; CG 20 37 with completed operations. Edition dates and contract language matter. Send us the exhibit — we match wording the carrier will actually endorse.
Plumbing contractors FAQ
Is the CSLB bond the same as liability insurance?
No. The contractor license bond is a surety obligation tied to licensing. General liability is separate insurance. Most GCs require both bond status and GL evidence.
Do plumbers need workers compensation?
Workers compensation is a core compliance and bid requirement for most California contractors with employees. Class codes and payroll accuracy matter at audit. See our September 2026 WCIRB note.
Can Lions & Coventry issue same-day certificates?
When the policy already supports the requested wording, we treat a GC holding payment over a cert as a same-day problem when possible. New endorsements still need carrier turnaround.
Request a certificate / talk to a broker
Call (916) 967-7715 or use the contact form with named insured, certificate holder, job address, and the exact AI language from the contract. Office: 7816 Uplands Way, Ste C, Citrus Heights, CA 95610. License #0G22084.