What is an installation floater?

An installation floater is a form of builders risk insurance that provides coverage for property intended for installation. This includes property belonging to the contractor or the property of others for which the contractor is legally liable.

How do I install OSSN?

You will need this information when installing OSSN. Once you’ve performed these steps, visit your site in your web browser. OSSN will take you through the rest of the installation process from there. The first account that you create at the end of the installation process will be an administrator account.

How to run OSSN on Windows Server with IIS?

You can’t run Ossn directly on windows server with IIS. Since Ian mentioned MS SQL , Ossn only works on MySql server, other SQL servers are not officially supported. Ossn will never run on MS system natively, you need to install xampp, wampp, or build your on php apache mysql environment using their available binaries for windows.

Does OSSN work on MS SQL Server?

Since Ian mentioned MS SQL , Ossn only works on MySql server, other SQL servers are not officially supported. Ossn will never run on MS system natively, you need to install xampp, wampp, or build your on php apache mysql environment using their available binaries for windows. Okay I am breaking my own rule just this one time.

Does a builders risk policy cover installation floaters?

Even if a builders risk policy covers the type of work being performed, a contractor will likely have to absorb a share of the policy’s deductible in the event of a claim. Depending on the terms of the builders risk policy, it can be more cost effective for a contractor to rely on an installation floater.

What types of property are excluded from installation floaters?

Trees, shrubs and plants are also commonly excluded from installation floaters. If possible, contractors that perform landscaping installations should have their policy amended to specifically cover this type of property.

Does an installation floater cover a palm tree?

While your Installation Floater policy will cover the cost of replacing the irrigation equipment, trees are excluded from your policy. The palm trees cost upwards of $20,000 each, meaning you are on the hook for a significant amount. How much does an Installation Floater cost?

What is a builder’s risk floater?

Builder’s Risk and Installation Floaters Explained. The installation floater can be used to supplement a deficient builder’s risk policy that’s provided by an owner or general contractor and may even cover the deductible of the owner’s builder’s risk.

Who should work with a temporary installation floater broker?

Companies that rely on temporary structures or falsework including, but not limited to, cribbing, scaffolding, forms, temporary fencing, and temporary lighting or retaining walls, should work with their brokers to find the proper installation floater.