Endorsed by the American Welding Society
Insurance Built for the American Welding Society
Protect your work, your crew, and your business.
The Southern Agency is the endorsed insurance partner for AWS members, helping welders, inspectors, fabrication shops, contractors, and specialty welding businesses compare coverage, improve terms, and protect their work.
Real Program Savings for Real Welding Businesses
More competitive premiums. Better coverage.
AWS members and welding professionals get access to markets that understand the industry — leading to better terms and more competitive premiums.
Backed by world-class insurance companies selected for welding, fabrication, contracting, and specialty trade risks.
How Members SavePrevious Annual Premium
$12,300
Annual Savings
$4,286
Program Premium
$8,014
Premium Reduction
35%
Example is based on an actual program opportunity. Individual results vary based on underwriting, state, operations, loss history, coverage needs, and carrier eligibility.
Coverage Built for the Welding Industry
18 types across three categories — from foundational protection to specialty.
Core, recommended, and optional coverage designed around welding-specific risks.
Core Coverage
The foundational policies most contracts and clients require — General Liability, Workers Compensation, Commercial Auto, and Professional Liability.
- General Liability
- Workers Compensation
- Commercial Auto
- Professional Liability
Recommended Protection
Strongly advised coverage that addresses the real exposures of welding operations — tools, equipment, umbrella limits, and surety bonds.
- Inland Marine / Equipment
- Commercial Umbrella
- Surety Bonds
- Installation Floater
Specialty Coverage
Targeted policies for specific risks, contract requirements, or credentials — from pollution liability to cyber and directors & officers.
- Contractors Pollution
- Cyber Liability
- Directors & Officers
- Employment Practices
Coverage for Every Type of Welding Business
From solo mobile welders to large fabrication operations.
The AWS Insurance Program serves the full spectrum of the welding industry — from independent welders and mobile operators to certified inspection professionals.
Why This Program Exists
Insurance built for the welding industry.
Welding businesses face challenges that generic commercial insurance brokers are not equipped to handle: hot work exposure, mobile operations, completed operations liability, specialized tools, the unique professional liability of certified inspectors, and the specific requirements of contracts with industrial clients and general contractors.
The AWS Insurance Program was built to give members of the American Welding Society a structured solution — access to insurance markets with welding-industry expertise and a program designed to present your business in the best possible light to underwriters.
Hot Work & Mobile Operations
Coverage that accounts for the real exposures of welding — not generic contractor policies repurposed for the industry.
Contract Requirement Support
Help navigating GL limits, umbrella requirements, and certificate of insurance needs from clients and GCs.
Certification Holder Expertise
Specialized coverage guidance for CWIs, SCWIs, CWEngs, and other AWS credential holders.
Market Access & Advocacy
Access to carriers with welding-industry experience, plus proactive renewal support and claims advocacy.
Your AWS Insurance Program Team
Dedicated expertise. Comprehensive service.
The Southern Agency manages the AWS Insurance Program with dedicated support for member onboarding, coverage review, quote coordination, renewal planning, claims advocacy, and ongoing service.
Not an AWS member yet? You can still request a quote and learn how AWS membership may help you access this endorsed insurance program.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Quick answers about the AWS Insurance Program, coverage types, and how to get started.
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Ready to Protect Your Welding Business?
Your coverage review starts with one conversation.
Contact The Southern Agency today for a no-obligation review of your coverage and a competitive quote through the AWS Insurance Program.