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Why do auto repair shops need insurance?
Working on other people's cars involves a lot of risk. If a mechanic accidentally damages a customer's car, the result could be a lawsuit. Auto mechanic insurance can cover legal fees from an accident, property damage from a storm or fire, and the cost of recovering from a data breach.
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What types of insurance do repair shops and mechanics need?
These insurance policies cover the most common risks of auto repair.
General liability insurance
General liability covers basic repair shop risks, such as when a customer slips during an oil change and suffers an injury. Add garage liability insurance to gain protection for customers' vehicles.
BEST FOR
- Third-party bodily injuries
- Accidental damage during a test drive
- Libel and slander lawsuits
Business owner’s policy
A business owner’s policy, or BOP, is a cost-effective way for auto repair shop owners to buy general liability coverage and commercial property insurance together.
BEST FOR
- Customer injuries
- Business property insurance
- Business interruption incidents
Commercial auto insurance
This insurance covers injuries and property damage caused by an auto repair shop’s vehicle, as well as repairs to business vehicles damaged by weather or vandalism.
BEST FOR
- Physical damage and collision coverage
- Injuries caused to another person
- Vehicle theft and vandalism
Workers’ compensation insurance
Workers’ comp is required in almost every state for repair shops that have employees. It also protects sole proprietors from work injury costs that health insurance might deny.
BEST FOR
- Employee medical expenses
- Disability benefits
- Lawsuits over employee injuries
Cyber insurance
This policy helps auto repair shops recover financially from data breaches and cyberattacks. It's recommended for any business that stores credit cards or other personal information.
BEST FOR
- Customer notification expenses
- Fraud monitoring services
- Data breach investigations
Commercial umbrella insurance
This policy boosts the limits of general liability insurance, commercial auto insurance, and employer's liability insurance to protect against the most expensive kinds of lawsuits.
BEST FOR
- Multi-vehicle auto accidents
- Customer injury lawsuits
- Employee injury lawsuits
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How much does insurance cost for automotive services?
A small repair shop with a few workers will pay less for insurance than a large shop with a dozen mechanics. Factors that affect the cost of auto repair business insurance include:
- Business type, such as auto repair, tow truck, or dealership
- Value of business personal property
- Business size and revenue
- Other types of coverage, such as garage keepers insurance
- Policy limits and deductibles
How do I get auto repair shop insurance?
It’s easy to get insurance coverage as a mechanic or auto repair shop owner if you have your business information on hand. Our insurance application will ask for basic facts about your business, such as revenue and number of employees. You can buy a policy online and get a certificate of insurance with Insureon in three easy steps:
- Complete a free online application
- Compare insurance quotes and choose policies
- Pay for your policy and download a certificate
Insureon's licensed insurance agents work with top-rated U.S. providers to find coverage that fits your automotive repair shop, whether you work independently or hire employees.
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