№ 04 · May 2026
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Insurance for general contractors in Tennessee.

In Tennessee, general contractors usually need general liability and workers' compensation. On workers' compensation, Tennessee's rule is: Non-construction: 5+ employees; construction (CSPs): required for all employers with 1+ employee.[S]Tennessee workers' compensation threshold

Updated 2026-05-16 · Beaconcover editorial
§ 01
State desk

Licensing notes for Tennessee.

  • Construction service providers hit the workers' comp requirement at employee one
  • Contractor licensing keyed to project monetary thresholds
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Required cover

Coverage general contractors typically need.

RequiredBy law or by typical contract

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