How much does business insurance cost for appliance repair technicians?

Appliance repair contractors pay an average of $67 per month, or $807 per year, for general liability insurance, sometimes called public liability insurance. Some appliance businesses need proof of insurance for this policy to sign a commercial lease or a client contract.

A general liability policy can pay for medical expenses from third-party injuries, such as a homeowner who slips in a puddle of water during a washing machine repair job. This type of business insurance covers costs if someone sues your business over a bodily injury, damage to a customer’s property, or an advertising injury.

This is the average policy for appliance repair contractors who buy from Insureon:

Premium: $67 per month
Policy limits: $1 million per occurrence; $2 million aggregate
Deductible: $500

The cost of a general liability insurance policy depends on factors such as the coverage limits you choose, the size of your business, the amount of foot traffic, and any subcontractors or additional insured endorsements. Learn more about how your premium is calculated.

Appliance repair businesses and contractors pay an average of $83 per month for a business owner's policy, or $990 annually. Only small, low-risk businesses are eligible for a BOP.

A BOP is an insurance package that bundles two important types of coverage at a discount. It includes general liability coverage to protect against common lawsuits, and commercial property insurance to cover vandalism, theft, and property damage claims.

This is the average business owner's policy for an appliance repair contractor who buys from Insureon:

Premium: $83 per month
Policy limits: $1 million per occurrence; $2 million aggregate
Deductible: $500

The cost of a business owner's policy depends on factors such as the insurance options you choose, the size of your business, the amount of foot traffic, and the value of your business property.

Construction businesses and contractors pay an average of $254 per month for workers’ compensation insurance, or $3,054 annually. Most states require this coverage for businesses that have employees.

Workers' comp helps pay for medical bills from work-related injuries and illnesses, such as a back injury from lifting a heavy appliance. Even when it's not required by law, self-employed contractors often buy this coverage for financial protection against job injuries, which personal health insurance could deny.

Most policies include employer's liability insurance, which covers legal defense costs related to workplace injuries and occupational diseases.

The cost of a workers' compensation policy depends on factors such as the number of employees and the type of work they do. Learn more about how workers' comp costs are calculated.

Construction businesses and contractors pay an average of $173 per month, or $2,075 per year, for commercial auto insurance.

A commercial auto insurance policy covers financial losses in the event of an accident involving your business vehicle. It can help pay for repair costs, medical payments, and legal expenses.

Almost every state requires this coverage for vehicles owned by an appliance repair company. For leased, rented, and personal vehicles used by your business, look to hired and non-owned auto insurance (HNOA) instead.

The cost of a commercial auto policy depends on your coverage needs, the value of the vehicle, and your insurance claims history. Learn how insurers calculate your premium.

Construction businesses and tradesmen pay an average of $14 per month for contractor’s tools and equipment insurance, or $169 annually.

A form of inland marine insurance, this policy covers your tools and equipment while they're being used at a customer's home, in transit, or stored off-site. It can pay for lost, stolen, or damaged tools and equipment valued at $10,000 or less.

The cost of contractor's tools and equipment coverage depends on the value of your tools and equipment and the type of work you do.

Construction businesses and contractors pay an average of $74 per month, or $886 per year, for professional liability insurance. Appliance businesses can sometimes bundle this coverage with commercial general liability insurance at a combined average price of $112 monthly.

Professional liability insurance covers legal fees related to professional negligence, such as failing to repair a customer’s appliance in the time promised. It's sometimes called errors and omissions insurance or E&O insurance.

This is the average coverage and pricing for contractors who buy from Insureon:

Premium: $74 per month
Policy limits: $1 million per occurrence; $1 million aggregate
Deductible: $1,250

The cost of professional liability insurance depends on factors such as the coverage limits you choose, the size of your business, and the type of repair services you offer. Find out how insurers set professional liability premiums.

Construction businesses and contractors pay an average of $81 per month, or $977 annually, for commercial umbrella insurance. This type of business insurance coverage boosts the limits of your underlying general liability, commercial auto, or employer's liability insurance.

Umbrella insurance provides a safety net and helps appliance repair technicians meet contractual demands for higher limits. When the underlying policy reaches its limit, commercial umbrella insurance provides additional coverage, up to the limit of your umbrella policy.

The cost of commercial umbrella insurance depends primarily on the amount of coverage you purchase.

Construction contractors and businesses pay an average of $8 per month, or $100 per year, for a surety bond.

A surety bond reimburses your client if you're unable to fulfill the terms of an appliance repair contract or other agreement. You may need a surety bond to get a contractor's license for certain types of work.

The cost of a surety bond primarily depends on the size of the bond.