Carpenters Insurance

Q: What does carpenters insurance cover?

Carpenters insurance covers claims of bodily injury, property damage, and other risks associated with carpentry work, including protection for tools, vehicles, and equipment.

Q: Why is carpenters insurance important?

Carpenters insurance is crucial for protecting your business from costly claims and lawsuits, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and safeguarding your financial stability.

Q: How much does carpenters insurance cost?

The cost of carpenters insurance varies, but The Hartford's small business customers pay an average of $152 per month for a Business Owner’s Policy (BOP).

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Why Do You Need Carpenters Liability Insurance?

You know the risks that come with being a carpenter. From working on dangerous jobsites to handling expensive equipment, having the right carpentry business insurance can make a difference when accidents or issues happen.

For example, if your tools are stolen or a customer decides to sue you, business insurance can help protect your carpentry business.

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Who Needs Carpentry Liability Insurance?

Custom woodworking businesses
Home renovation contractors
Deck builders
Furniture repair businesses

What Type of Insurance for Carpenters Do I Need?

Many carpenters start with a Business Owner’s Policy (BOP) as part of their carpenters insurance solutions because of the peace of mind it provides.

A BOP combines three essential types of coverage into a single policy:

It can help protect your carpentry business from claims of bodily injury or property damage.

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How Much Does Carpenters Insurance Cost?

The cost of carpenters insurance varies, but here are the average amounts small business insurance customers of The Hartford pay for common types of coverage:**

BOP: $1,687 a year, or about $141 a month
Standalone general liability insurance: $810 a year, or about $68 a month
Workers’ compensation insurance: $1,032 a year, or about $86 a month

It’s important to remember insurance costs vary, because every business is different and has unique needs. Insurers also use different factors to determine rates, which means you may pay a different amount than the average.

Get a quote to find out how much carpenter insurance will cost your business.

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Covering Your Operations

Running a carpentry business can come with challenges. From employee lawsuits to devastating damages, small business owners could face costs that are impossible to pay out of pocket. That’s why having the right coverage is so important.

$665 million was awarded in workplace discrimination lawsuits in 2023.⁴

Employment Practices Liability Insurance

“I let an employee go who was constantly costing me money, because I had to redo so much of his work. I did everything by the book, but he felt he was wrongfully let go. I found out when I got served with a lawsuit.”

Employment practices liability insurance helps protect your business from employment-related claims, like wrongful termination, discrimination and harassment. This coverage is included as part of our BOP.

Business Income Insurance

“When a hurricane hit, the roof of my workshop almost came off. There was so much damage, I couldn’t operate for weeks while repairs were being made.”

Business income insurance can help you continue paying ongoing expenses like rent, payroll and utilities when your business is unable to operate due to covered property loss.

Taking Care of Your Team

Having workers to lend a hand is crucial for most carpenters. And taking care of those workers is important if you want to hire good talent. From workplace accidents to car accidents on the road, you want to ensure your employees are protected on the job so they can stay healthy and help keep your business running successfully.

More than 100,000 injury cases in the construction industry resulted in missed days of work.⁵

Workers’ Compensation Insurance

“One of my guys was putting up sheetrock when he lost his footing. The sheetrock fell on his head, and he ended up with a concussion.”

Workers’ compensation insurance gives your team benefits to help them recover from work-related injuries or illnesses. It can help cover their medical bills and replace lost wages. And with The Hartford, your employees also have access to a network of over 1 million providers and 65,000 pharmacies.

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Commercial Auto Coverage Insurance

“One of my guys was driving the work van to a jobsite when he accidentally rear-ended the car in front of him.”

Commercial auto insurance can help cover property damage and bodily injury claims if an employee gets into an accident while driving a business vehicle for work.

Protecting Your Property

From replacing stolen equipment to covering lost income, carpenters insurance helps ensure your projects stay on track – even when unexpected theft or damage occurs.

Construction site theft leads to an estimated yearly loss of more than $1 billion in tools and equipment.⁶

Contractors Equipment Insurance

“We showed up to the jobsite only to realize that our table saw had been stolen overnight.”

Contractors equipment insurance is designed to cover damaged or missing contracting equipment.

Commercial Property Insurance

“A fire broke out in our storage building. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but we lost some expensive equipment, lumber and even custom pieces we were working on for a big project.”

Commercial property insurance helps protect your business' equipment, furniture and personal property from loss or damage caused by events like storms, fires or vandalism.

Carpenters Insurance Created for You

We understand the risks and challenges you face as a carpentry business owner. That’s why our coverage is designed to fit your specific needs. Whether you're ready to get carpentry liability insurance today or need help navigating coverage options, we're here to support you every step of the way.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Liability Insurance for Carpenters

What Does Carpenters Insurance Cover?

Carpenters insurance helps protect you from claims of bodily injury, illness or property damage against your business. Whether a contractor slips on-site, an employee accidentally damages someone’s property or you're sued by a customer, your insurance can help cover medical expenses, repairs and potential legal costs. You can also get additional coverages to help provide protection for tools, vehicles and other equipment critical to running your carpentry business.

Why Is Carpenters Insurance Important?

Carpenters insurance helps protect your business from claims that can come up during normal operations. It helps cover expenses related to many types of claims, such as property damage or employee lawsuits. Without coverage, you may have to pay out of pocket for costly damages or an injured carpenter’s health and welfare fund. This could be financially devastating to your business. Plus, some states require certain types of business insurance, so it’s important to stay protected and compliant.

How Do I Get Carpenters Insurance?

In just a few minutes, you can get a free quote online for carpenters insurance. Our process is fast and easy.

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