Understanding toy insurance

The words “toy insurance” can be misleading, but the fact of the matter is as one gets older, you still have toys; they just become larger and more expensive and as a result, need insurance coverage. If you live in the Huntington, TX area and are interested in learning more about insuring your recreational toys, reach out to a specialist at  Integra Insurance Services today. 

Toy insurance can cover a wide variety of vehicles both on the water and on the roads. Below is a shortlist of some of the types of toys that you should consider covering. 

  • ATVs
  • Campers 
  • RV’s
  • Golf Carts
  • Dune Buggies
  • Jet Ski 
  • Snowmobile

Although many policies will need to be customized, depending on how often and in which manner you use the vehicle, for most policies, you will want to ensure you have the following basic coverages. 

Bodily Injury and Property damage: By nature of these toys, you will often be using them around large groups of people. Bodily injury coverage will shield you from liability in the event you are at fault and cause a third party injury with the toy. Property coverage will help pay for damages in the event your vehicle damages a third parties property. 

Collision Coverage: Your toy is an asset and can be expensive to repair or replace. Collision coverage will help you repair your toy in the event it is damaged in an accident. You will want to be sure your insurance is for replacement coverage of the toy. 

Comprehensive coverage: This coverage will protect your toy in the event something occurs not related to a crash. The type of events included under comprehensive coverage are fire, theft, and vandalism.

If you are interested in learning more about toy insurance, reach out to Integra Insurance Services. We proudly serve the Huntington, TX area. 

3 things you should know about boat insurance

Your boat is a testament to your hard work. It would be tragic if your watercraft were damaged beyond repair and you lacked the insurance needed to replace it. The agents at Integra Insurance Services can help you find the boat insurance plan to meet your needs. Here are a few things to consider when asking for a quote.

1. Boat insurance is not required

There is no state rule that mandates you to purchase boat insurance if you own a watercraft. It is, however, in the best interest of your finances to buy a policy that protects you from a significant loss in the instance of your boat being destroyed by a natural disaster or an accident on the water. 

In cases where an accident is your fault, boat insurance works to shield your personal finances. You may not have to come up with so much money out-of-pocket for medical bills and repairs if your policy limits are enough to cover the damages. 

In some cases, boat owners report not having to pay anything more than a deductible to rectify financial losses caused by an at-fault accident. It is, of course, imperative that you speak with an agent at Integra Insurance Services to establish premium costs and policy limits for your plan. 

2. How much insurance you need depends on how often you use the vessel

There are a number of factors that determine how much you will pay every month for boat insurance. One main factor, though, is how often you use your watercraft. Boat owners who only use their vessel once per year may find that their premium is much lower than the individual who drives every weekend. You may also want to consider where your boat is docked when trying to get the best insurance premium rates. 

3. It is best to be over-insured

There are few instances where a person in Huntington, TX complains about having too much insurance when tragedy strikes. There are, however, plenty of cases where boat owners express regret in not having enough insurance to pay for losses. 

You should err on the side of preparedness. Call Integra Insurance Services today to get set up with the right insurance policy for your boat in Huntington, TX.