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Contractors Pollution Liability Insurance From Citadel Insurance Services
Citadel Insurance Services offers a specialized Contractors Pollution Liability (CPL) insurance program designed to help agents and brokers place coverage for contractors facing environmental exposures. Many contractors are unaware that standard commercial general liability (CGL) policies often exclude or severely limit coverage for pollution-related incidents. Our CPL program bridges that gap, providing protection against a wide range of environmental liabilities that can arise during construction and remediation operations.
Ideal Accounts and Appetite
This program is a strong fit for a broad range of contractor types, including:
General Contractors – Commercial, residential, municipal, infrastructure, highway/road, mechanical, demolition, excavation & grading
Trade Contractors – HVAC, concrete, paving, carpentry, and similar specialties
Specialty Contractors – Including drillers, pipeline and tank installers, and foundation contractors
Environmental Contractors – Including remediation and cleanup specialists
If you work with contractors involved in soil work, chemical applications, fuel storage, or utility and pipeline installation, this program is built to address their unique risks. For example, you may have a client working on a municipal sewer replacement project—our CPL solution can help protect them from exposures related to accidental releases or spills during excavation.
Coverage Highlights and Advantages
Protects against third-party claims arising from pollution conditions caused by the insured’s operations
Covers sudden and gradual pollution events
Can include coverage for transportation of hazardous materials and non-owned disposal sites
Fills coverage gaps left by pollution exclusions in standard GL policies
Whether your client is managing fuel tanks on-site, transporting contaminated soil, or working near sensitive areas, CPL coverage helps protect against costly claims and regulatory issues.
Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premium
This is a non-admitted program available through Citadel Insurance Services. We work with a strong lineup of carriers including Starr, Crum, Scottsdale, AIG, Arch, ACE, and Liberty. The minimum premium for most accounts starts at $2,500. We review each submission carefully, with attention to project types, environmental exposures, and safety practices.
Territories and Availability
CPL coverage is available in most states, including but not limited to CA, TX, FL, NY, IL, WA, and NJ. We currently offer this program in the following states: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, DC, WV, WI, WY.
Why Work With Citadel Insurance Services?
As a wholesale broker, Citadel Insurance Services delivers access to top-tier environmental carriers and decades of experience in placing pollution liability coverage. We understand the nuances of contractor operations and have built a program that’s flexible, responsive, and tailored to your clients’ real-world risks. Our underwriting team is ready to help you place tough environmental accounts efficiently and competitively.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of accounts are a good fit for this program?This program is ideal for general, trade, specialty, and environmental contractors—especially those involved in excavation, fuel or chemical handling, and pipeline or tank installation.
Is this program available on an admitted basis?No, this is a non-admitted program. It is written through top-rated carriers that specialize in environmental risks.
What is the minimum premium for this coverage?The minimum premium typically starts at $2,500, but may vary depending on the size and complexity of the account.
Can this program cover transportation and disposal exposures?Yes, coverage can include transportation of hazardous materials and liability related to non-owned disposal sites, depending on the policy terms.
In which states is this program available?The CPL program is available in most U.S. states, including CA, TX, FL, NY, and many others. Please refer to the full list above for current availability.
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