Why has construction insurance become so expensive, and so hard to obtain, for building contractors? QBE’s exit from French decennial liability insurance, confirmed on 2 September 2026, exposes a model under strain. Insurers are losing money, contractors are paying more, and the uncertainty that makes a risk insurable is fading. At Certificall, we believe part […]
Construction photo evidence: proving every stage of a house build
How do you get construction photo evidence that holds up when a client disputes a stage, a subcontractor denies damage or a snag drags on? On a new-build house, a builder often pays for lack of proof, not for lack of good work. The client blocks the payment due when the house is watertight. The […]
Punch list app: how to choose the right tool to prevent disputes on your construction sites
Which punch list app should you choose for your construction site? The right tool depends on the size of your company, but one criterion matters everywhere: proof. A closed punch list item must still be demonstrable months after acceptance of the works. The essentials in 30 seconds Site management software (PlanRadar, Fieldwire, Archireport…) organises punch […]


