It is a good idea to have adequate insurance for everything that people either get into, sit in, or ride on that goes into the water, which is powered by an engine or propelled through the water by a motor. This includes yachts, boats, and other personal watercraft (PWC) such as Jetskis, Sea-Doos, and Waverunners etc. Insurance companies make a distinction between the different categories, so it is best to have a discussion with your agent at Integra Insurance Services, serving Huntington, TX and the surrounding areas, about the type(s) of insurance coverage you need.
Talk With Your Agent to Avoid Gaps in Coverage
Many boat owners who use their boat for recreation also have PWCs. Boat insurance may or may not cover any PWCs. It may need to be extended to gain adequate coverage or you may need an additional policy just for the PWCs. This is why it is so important to talk with your agent in order to avoid gaps in insurance coverage that you may not be aware of, which might exist.
Differences between Commercial and Recreational Use
Tell your agent about all the things that you want to be covered. Make sure to talk about both recreational and commercial uses (if any) that might occur. A commercial use may include such things as renting out the boat to others, taking people on paid tours, or using it for commercial fishing trips.
Letting Others Use Your Boat or Personal Watercraft
Be sure to discuss with your agent if you plan to let others use your boat or PWC. Additionally, it is important to consider the transportation to and from the water if your boat and/or PWCs are stored on shore and what kind of storage facilities are used.
Call your agent at Integra Insurance Services in Huntington, TX to get an annual boat insurance review that provides coverage for your boat and/or PWCs. Then, you can go have fun with the confidence that you have adequate protection for the unfortunate things that may happen.