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Workers' Comp Insurance for Staten Island Contractors

Workers' comp for construction, roofing, landscaping, and towing businesses on Staten Island, NY. Same-day COI. PEO-backed. Hard-to-place industries approved.

Same-day COI No year-end audit PEO-backed Hard-to-place approved

Staten Island has a high concentration of small construction and home services businesses, many of them family-owned. The borough is one of the fastest-growing residential markets in New York City, driving strong demand for roofing, landscaping, and general contracting workers' comp coverage.

Workers' Comp Rates in Staten Island, NY

New York rates are set by the New York Compensation Insurance Rating Board (NYCIRB) per $100 in payroll.

CodeTradeRate / $100 payrollAction
5551Roofing$29.41View details
5645Framing / Carpentry$22.18View details
5213Demolition$18.50View details
5221Concrete$14.22View details
5190Electrical$8.74View details
5183Plumbing$9.12View details

Industries We Cover in Staten Island

Construction
Roofing
Landscaping
Towing
Home Health
Painting
Concrete

How It Works

1. Complete the Form

Fill out our online quote form in 3 minutes. No complicated paperwork.

2. Fast Approval

Our team reviews your application and approves it the same business day.

3. Get Your COI

Receive your certificate of insurance by email. Ready to present at any job site.

Neighborhoods We Cover in Staten Island

We cover contractors across all Staten Island neighborhoods, including:

St. GeorgeNew DorpTottenvilleGreat KillsStapletonAnnadaleEltingvilleGrasmereMariners HarborPort RichmondCastleton Corners

Zip codes: 10301, 10302, 10303, 10304, 10305, 10306, 10307, 10308 and more

Frequently Asked Questions

Is workers' comp insurance required in Staten Island?

Yes. New York State requires all employers — including contractors with a single employee — to carry active workers' compensation coverage. Penalties for non-compliance can exceed $50,000.

What is a PEO and how does it help me?

A PEO (Professional Employer Organization) allows you to obtain workers' comp coverage under a master plan. This eliminates year-end audits, reduces rates, and lets you get a same-day certificate of insurance.

How much does workers' comp cost in New York?

Rates vary by trade. Roofing can cost $29 per $100 in payroll, while electrical may be $8.74. With our PEO program, you pay as you go — no large upfront deposits.

Can I get a certificate of insurance the same day?

Yes. Most qualified applicants receive their certificate of insurance (COI) the same business day. Call us at (239) 228-8029 or complete the online form.

Do you cover contractors in all Staten Island neighborhoods?

Yes. We cover contractors across all Staten Island neighborhoods, including St. George, New Dorp, Tottenville, Great Kills, and more.

What Is a PEO and Why Does It Matter in Staten Island?

A PEO (Professional Employer Organization) acts as a co-employer of your workers. Instead of buying an individual workers' comp policy — which in New York requires a large deposit and an annual audit — you join the PEO's master plan. This means you pay weekly based on your actual payroll, there's no upfront deposit, and no year-end audit.

For contractors in Staten Island working in high-risk industries like construction, roofing, or demolition, the PEO model is often the only way to get affordable, fast coverage. New York has some of the highest workers' comp rates in the country — roofing can cost over $29 per $100 in payroll. A well-structured PEO program can significantly reduce your effective cost by spreading risk across many employers.

Compliance Requirements in Staten Island, New York

New York's Workers' Compensation Law (§10) requires all employers — including contractors with a single employee — to carry active coverage. Penalties for non-compliance in New York are severe: fines of up to $2,000 for each 10-day period without coverage, plus criminal charges. The New York Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) conducts regular inspections at construction sites across all five boroughs.

Non-compliance fines

Up to $2,000 for each 10-day period without coverage

Criminal charges

Possible criminal charges for operating without coverage

License suspension

NYC Buildings Department can suspend your permits

Personal liability

You may be personally liable for medical expenses

Ready to Get Covered in Staten Island?

Same-day certificate of insurance. No deposit. No year-end audits. Call now or complete the online form.