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15 September 2026
When a contract requires the employer to release funds before any work has started, both parties carry risk. An advance […]
15 September 2026
An employer has just told you that your tender, or your contract award, is conditional upon providing a surety bond. […]
14 September 2026
If your client asks you for proof of professional indemnity insurance for a construction project and you’re wondering – do […]
14 August 2026
Struggling to get an advance for a new construction project from your mortgage lender? Most lenders in the UK require […]
14 August 2026
Most insurance policies stop covering a property once it’s stood empty for 30 to 60 days. If your property is […]
13 August 2026
If you’ve been shopping for insurance, you may have come across both terms: collateral warranty and construction surety. While both […]
27 July 2026
We are proud to announce that Checkmate is a supporter of Check In On A Mate and Project Ireland Run, […]
24 July 2026
Construction projects often involve more than physical work on site. Designs, specifications, calculations, technical advice and project-management decisions can all […]
21 July 2026
Construction contracts often require additional financial protection before work can begin, payments can be released or infrastructure can be adopted. […]
17 July 2026
Contractors All Risks Insurance can help protect construction projects against many of the unexpected events that cause damage, disruption and […]