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Subcontractor Certificate of Insurance: What It Proves and What It Does Not

A subcontractor certificate of insurance is evidence coverage existed, not proof it responds. The ACORD 25 says so on its face. Here is what to verify.

Jul 14, 2026

Patrick Turcotte, COO, Docutrax

Subcontractor Certificate of Insurance: What It Proves and What It Does Not

A subcontractor certificate of insurance is evidence coverage existed, not proof it responds. The ACORD 25 says so on its face. Here is what to verify.

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