Is equipment breakdown coverage worth it?
Here are some considerations to help you decide if this coverage is necessary for your business.
Does your business require specialized equipment or technology?
Is your equipment prone to breakdowns, or does it operate under demanding conditions?
Would an equipment breakdown lead to interruptions at your business? If so, this may cause loss of productivity and revenue.
Talk to your independent insurance agent about if they recommend equipment breakdown coverage for your business. They can help you understand the risks associated with not having this coverage and policy terms and conditions.
Does equipment breakdown insurance cover wear and tear?
This coverage is designed to protect against sudden and accidental breakdowns or failures of covered equipment. Wear and tear are considered a normal part of equipment maintenance and are usually excluded from this coverage.
If you have a question about a specific situation or what your policy covers, speak with your independent agent.
What are some equipment breakdown claim examples?
Here are two examples of equipment breakdown claims.
The computer server at a doctor’s clinic would not restart after a power surge. The repair technician could not find any physical damage to the server. After replacing the controller board, the server began to function properly. There was also corrupted data that needed to be restored by a data recovery firm.
Expenses paid for this claim:
Property damage: $2,308
Data restoration: $1,975
Business income: $13,695
A cloud services provider’s equipment failed. As a result, the scheduling and billing department at a medical center was unable to conduct business for a week. Their cloud-based software and backup files were not accessible while the service provider made repairs. This resulted in lost business for the medical center.
Expenses paid for this claim:
Business income: $9,675
Extra expenses: $1,750