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Does my home insurance cover my garage?

By Robert Clark |

Garage insurance will cover the structure and contents of your garage against theft, fire damage and flooding. Most home insurance policies will cover your garage so long as it’s within your property boundary, but might set a limit on the amount of cover.

What does a garage policy cover?

Garage-keepers insurance is a separate policy that covers the property damage to a client’s car while it is in the care of the policyholder. This can include damage during road test drives and while storing the vehicle during non-working hours. The keeper’s insurance will cover vandalism and theft of a customer’s car.

Can a homeowners insurance policy cover car damage?

Your car is an extension of your home so you can still reexamine your homeowners insurance to see if it protects you against car damage. In most cases, your automobile insurance will cover for any damage that happens to your car. With the comprehensive auto insurance coverage, your vehicle remains protected even if it is parked in your garage.

Can a home insurance policy cover a car stored in a garage?

The garage suffers damage from a thunderstorm. The roof caves in. It falls onto the car stored in the garage. The car now has damage. In this case, the home insurance policy may cover damage to the car. It only applies in instances where the damage is accidental and unavoidable.

What kind of insurance do I need for parking garage?

If you have more than one car or if you have a car that will be parked for at least 30 days, you can suspend liability and collision coverage to lower your premiums but keep comprehensive coverage for just in case. Lay-up coverage is ideal to cover possible damage to your car in a garage.

Can a renter’s insurance cover damage to a garage door?

If you rent your home, renters insurance can protect your possessions within the home, but it does not cover damage to the structure. However, your auto insurance may cover the damage to your car. If your garage door was damaged through no fault of your own, the owner of your property should take care of paying for the damage and getting it fixed.