Roofer Insurance in South Carolina
South Carolina requires Workers' Compensation for roofers. See the checklist below for the full breakdown and costs.
South Carolina requirements
| Coverage | Required? | Minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workers' Compensation | Required | Statutory | Required once you have W-2 employees; statutory limits apply. |
State regulator: South Carolina Department of Insurance
Coverage checklist
| Coverage | Requirement | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial AutoCA | Required | $1,400–$2,600/yr |
| General LiabilityGL | Required | $600–$1,500/yr |
| Workers' CompensationWC | Required | $4,000–$12,000/yr |
| Inland Marine / Tools & EquipmentIM | Recommended | $300–$1,000/yr |
| Business Owner's PolicyBOP | Optional | $700–$1,800/yr |
| Commercial PropertyCP | Optional | $700–$2,500/yr |
| Professional Liability / E&OPL/E&O | Optional | $600–$1,500/yr |
Cost breakdown
- ·Truck size
- ·Equipment
Required for work trucks hauling materials and ladders.
- ·Height of work
- ·Steep-slope vs. flat
- ·Crew size
- ·Revenue
Required by licenses and GCs; fall and property-damage exposure keeps premiums high.
- ·Payroll
- ·Slope/height
- ·Experience mod
Required once you have employees; roofing is among the most expensive WC classes codes due to fall risk.
- ·Tool value
Covers nail guns, air compressors, and ladders.
- ·Office/shop
If you lease an office or yard.
- ·Shop ownership
If you own/lease a yard or shop.
- ·Design work
Rare unless you design roof systems.
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Roofer insurance in South Carolina — FAQ
Do roofers need insurance?+
Yes. Roofing is one of the highest-risk trades. General liability and workers' comp are required by most licenses and contracts, and premiums reflect the fall and property-damage exposure.
Why is roofing insurance so expensive?+
Roofers have some of the highest workers' comp class codes because of fall injuries. General liability premiums are also elevated because a bad installation can damage an entire home or building.
Is workers' comp required for roofers?+
Yes, in nearly every state once you have employees. Texas is the only state where workers' comp is optional.
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