PRMA Lumber Program

Exclusive all-risk property coverage tailored to lumber and wood-related operations for members of the Property Risk Management Association (PRMA).

Purpose -built coverage for the lumber industry's most complex property risks.

Lumber and wood operations face distinct property exposures — from combustible materials and kiln operations to sawmill machinery and stock in the open. With risks spanning fire, equipment breakdown, and natural catastrophes, insureds in this sector need specialized protection built around the realities of their operations.

Through the  Property Risk Management Association (PRMA), Amwins offers a dedicated Lumber & Wood Program providing up to $1 billion in all risk property capacity with $150 million per location. Designed for manufacturing, storage, and distribution facilities, the program combines broad manuscript-form coverage with specialized sublimits and competitive pricing, all backed by multiple A.M. Best A- through A+ rated carriers.

 

Program Highlights:

  • All-risk manuscript form
  • All real and personal property
  • Actual loss sustained as respects loss of rental value including 365-day extended period of indemnity
  • Building ordinance including contingent liability; demolition and increased cost of construction
  • Includes sprinkler leakage
  • Replacement cost if repaired or replaced
  • No Coinsurance
  • $100,000-$1,000,000 deductible per occurrence, per insured, as respects all other perils
  • Includes Stock including Work in Progress and Stock in the open
  • Includes earthquake and flood coverage
  • Can include coverage for Continuous Kilns

 

 Program Qualifications and Details:

  • TIV > $50M, up to $100M per location
  • Adequate replacement cost values required
  • All key property locations inspected to verify accuracy
  • Membership & inspection fees: $250 membership / $2,500 minimum inspection

 

Major Exclusions:

  • Earthquake in California
  • Mobile Equipment

How to Access

To access this product, contact your current Amwins property broker or one of the contacts listed at the bottom of this page. 

Submission Requirements

  • PRMA Statement of Value with COPE data
  • 5 years of currently valued loss runs (preferred)
  • Details on large claims (gross vs. net of deductible)
  • Current loss control with responses to recommendations
  • Thermal scans, site map, and business income worksheet
  • Supplemental application

About PRMA 

PRMA is an association dedicated to supporting companies engaged in residential real estate, industrial/lumber mill, and agriculture (including swine and dairy) operations. Through an exclusive agreement with Amwins Brokerage, PRMA offers specialized property insurance programs tailored to these industries.

In addition to access to the insurance programs, membership provides valuable benefits designed to help companies operate more safely and strengthen their bottom line, including:

  • Monthly newsletter
  • Exclusive market intelligence and educational resources
  • Access to vetted service providers
  • Unique affinity programs
  • PRMA property insurance program (subject to insurers’ underwriting approval)

Click here to learn more.

Contact Us

Elliot Martin
Executive Vice President
Amwins Insurance Brokerage, LLC - Atlanta, GA
404.920.3689 elliot.martin@amwins.com
Scott Morrow
Executive Vice President
Amwins Insurance Brokerage, LLC - Atlanta, GA
404.920.3687 scott.morrow@amwins.com