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Protect Your Project from Site to Handover with Recolte Insurance Agency

By Emmanuel Ngala 

A fire on site. A collapsed excavation. A flash flood that washes away weeks of work. Construction sites in Kenya face real, unpredictable risks every single day, and a single incident can wipe out a project’s entire profit margin, or worse, the business behind it. Recolte Insurance Agency helps Kenyan contractors secure Contractors All Risk (CAR) insurance, so that one bad day on site does not become the end of your business. Contractors All Risk (CAR) insurance is a policy that covers construction and civil engineering projects against physical loss or damage to the works, materials, and site equipment during the construction period, along with third-party liability for injury or property damage arising from the project. It is one of the most important, and often most overlooked, forms of protection for anyone undertaking a building or infrastructure contract.

How Does Contractors All Risk Insurance Work through Recolte

  • Secure your contract. You secure a construction contract and determine the total contract value and construction period
  • Share your project details. You contact Recolte Insurance Agency with your project details, including scope, location, and duration
  • Review your options. We assess the project and present suitable CAR cover options from our panel of IRA-accredited insurers, sized to your project value
  • Cover begins. You select a policy, pay the premium, and cover begins from the start of construction, typically extending through an agreed maintenance period after completion
  • Claims support. If an insured incident occurs, you notify Recolte, and we support you through the claims process with the insurer

Who Needs Contractors All Risk Insurance in Kenya

  • Construction contractors executing road, building, or infrastructure projects
  • Contractors on government and county projects where CAR cover is a tender requirement
  • Subcontractors and specialist trades working within a larger construction project
  • Developers financing private building projects
  • AGPO beneficiaries executing works contracts under PPADA 2015

Why Going Uninsured on Site Is a Business-Ending Risk

Construction is one of the highest-risk sectors in Kenya, exposed to weather damage, theft of materials and equipment, structural failure, and accidents involving workers or the public. Many tender documents already require CAR cover before work can begin, but even where it is not mandatory, going without it is a gamble few businesses can afford to lose. A contractor midway through a KSh 15 million commercial building project without CAR cover who experiences a site fire or structural collapse faces the full cost of rebuilding out of pocket, on top of the original contract obligations. A contractor with CAR cover in place submits a claim, receives support to rebuild, and keeps the project and the business on track.

Common Mistakes Contractors Make with CAR Insurance

  • Starting construction before cover is in place. Any incident before the policy starts is not covered, no matter how minor
  • Underinsuring the project value. A policy sized below the true contract value will not fully cover a major loss
  • Site accidents involving members of the public or neighbouring property can be as costly as damage to the works themselves
  • Letting cover lapses on extended projects. Projects that run over schedule need their CAR policy extended to match, not left to expire mid-build

Benefits of Contractors All Risk Insurance with Recolte

  • Comprehensive site protection: Cover for the works, materials, plant, and equipment throughout construction
  • Third-party liability included: Protection against claims from injury or damage caused by your site activities
  • Tender compliance: Many government and private tenders require CAR cover, and Recolte ensures your policy meets the requirement
  • Peace of mind for lenders and buyers: Financed and high-value projects often require proof of CAR cover, which Recolte can provide quickly
  • Claims support when it matters: Our team stands with you through the claims process, not just at policy issuance

Why Choose Recolte Insurance Agency for CAR Insurance

  • Access to multiple insurers: We compare CAR cover across accredited underwriters to find the right fit for your project
  • Construction sector understanding: We know the real risks Kenyan contractors face on site
  • Fast policy issuance: Projects cannot wait, and neither do we
  • Full protection partner: Pair your CAR cover with performance bonds and contract financing for complete project support

How to Get Contractors All Risk Insurance

  1. Confirm your project’s total contract value and construction timeline
  2. Contact Recolte Insurance Agency with your project details
  3. Review the CAR cover options presented by our panel of insurers
  4. Select your policy and pay the premium before construction begins
  5. Keep your policy details on site and notify Recolte promptly if an incident occurs
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