Boat insurance typically covers a variety of risks, including:
- Physical Damage: This covers repairs or replacement if your boat is damaged by events like storms, accidents, fire, theft, or vandalism. It includes the boat itself, engines, and often trailers or other equipment.
- Liability Coverage: If you’re responsible for injury to someone or damage to someone else’s property while operating your boat, liability coverage helps cover the legal costs, medical bills, and any damage repairs.
- Uninsured Boater Coverage: This protects you in case of an accident with a boater who doesn’t have insurance.
- On-Water Towing: Coverage that helps pay for emergency towing and assistance if your boat breaks down while on the water.
- Fuel Spill Liability: Some policies cover accidental fuel spills, protecting you from environmental damage claims.
Other coverages can include medical payments, personal effects, and special endorsements for high-value boats or yachts. Always review your policy to understand what is included and if additional coverage is necessary for your needs.