Commercial tenant not sending certificate of insurance?

[Daniel L.]

Hello everyone,

I kind of need some advice in dealing with a commercial tenant. The insurance for the property is coming up for renewal and they require the tenant's certificate of insurance in order to renew the policy. 

The problem is that the tenant hasn't really been responsive. I called up the insurance company that he had last year since I had his last year's certificate and they said that their policy with him has expired and not been renewed. Apparently all he needs to do is call them up and pay them and they can have the certificate for me within the business day. 

I'm not sure if he got a new policy or what but I am wondering what is the best way to proceed? 

I was reading up online and somebody mentioned making that payment for him and then charging him for it but I'm not sure if that can even be done.  I'm in Philly PA if it makes a difference.

Will appreciate any advice for the next course of action.

Thank you