What Coverages Are Included in Electrician Policies?
Since electricians can frequently customize the coverages in their policies, there isn’t necessarily a single set of coverages that comes with ever policies. Nonetheless, there are several common coverages that many policies make available:
There are many other coverages that an electrical business, depending on its situation, might want to consider. For help selecting an appropriate combination of coverages, electricians and business owners should talk with an insurance agent who specializes in these types of policies.
Do Electrician Policies Come with Workers Compensation?
While some electricians and electrical businesses need or want workers compensation coverage, this normally isn’t included in electrician policies. Instead, it’s usually purchased separately when needed. An insurance agent who assists with electrician policies likely can also help with workers compensation.
What Sorts of Claims Do Electrician Policies Cover?
As with most insurance policies, the exact claims that electrician policies cover are determined by a specific policy’s terms and conditions. Depending on those details, a policy might cover claims related to incidents such as the following:
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Electrical tools are stolen from a work site
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An employee causes an accident while driving between work sites
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A bystander is electrocuted while work is being performed
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A fire is caused by a mistake made while working
A knowledgeable insurance agent can give businesses a more precise explanation of what incidents a particular policy would likely cover.
How Much Do Electrician Policies Cost?
Insurance companies consider many items when setting premiums for electrician policies. A few of the factors that sometimes influence how much policies cost are:
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Where a business is located
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Where a business provides electrical services
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What kind of electrical work a business does
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What sort of equipment a business owns and uses
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What coverages and limits are selected
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How many recent insurance claims a business made
How Can Electricians in Massachusetts Get Electrician Insurance?
If you’re in the electrical industry and need insurance contact the independent insurance agents at The Feingold Companies. Our Massachusetts-licensed agents are able to help you compare electrician insurance policies from multiple insurance companies, and they have the expertise necessary to help you make an informed and wise policy selection. With their assistance, you can be confident in the insurance your business purchases.
