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# Weather-related Insurance Claims in Construction Are Rising – What Can You Do About It?
Josh Graham
16 May 2025
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**March 2025 marked a clear warning for the construction industry:** weather delays are not only increasing — they’re becoming harder to predict and more expensive to absorb.
A recent article in *Claims Journal* shared insights from insurers and project teams across the U.S., confirming what many in the field already know:
> **Construction claims caused by weather are on the rise, and it’s not just the big storms.**
From soaking rains that linger for days to high winds that shut down cranes, these disruptions are no longer rare — they’re recurring. And they’re reshaping how risk should be managed on site.
### **It’s Not Just About Catastrophes Anymore**
While hurricanes and snowstorms still grab headlines, it’s the **creeping, cumulative delays** that are draining project schedules and budgets.
- **Unseasonal wind events**
- **Increased rainfall in dry seasons**
- **Localized temperature swings**
Each of these can push back critical activities like concrete pouring, crane operations, or finishing work. Yet many schedules still rely on historic averages or gut instinct — approaches that no longer hold up in today’s volatile climate.
### **Planning and Insurance Gaps Are Widening**
What this article makes clear is the growing frustration from contractors who feel stuck between unreliable forecasts and reactive insurance processes.
The current system isn’t built for proactive risk management. And that’s where platforms like **WeatherWise** are changing the game.
### **Turning Weather Risk Into Action**
At EHAB, we’ve built WeatherWise to help project teams take control of their weather exposure — not just react to it.
✅ **Define thresholds** for what wind speed, rainfall, or temperature causes disruption
✅ **Get forecasts and alerts** for when delays are likely
✅ **Overlay this risk** onto your schedule in seconds
✅ **Trigger insurance quotes** or claims based on AI-analyzed thresholds
This is about moving from “we hope it doesn’t rain” to “we know when to reschedule, and how to protect the bottom line.”
### **Final Thought**
If your project still treats weather like an act of God, you’re leaving time, money, and reputation on the line.
Smart teams are shifting to **AI-powered risk forecasting**, **schedule-driven insights**, and **embedded coverage** options that respond in real time.
Because today, weather risk is measurable — and manageable.
**Read the original article in Claims Journal:**
[Construction Delays Due to Severe Weather on the Rise](https://www.claimsjournal.com/news/national/2025/03/27/329718.htm)
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