We offer Boat or Marine Insurance for small boats, yachts, high-performance powerboats, live-aboard houseboats, catamarans, or pontoons. Marine insurance will cover intended use, including personal recreation, commercial, or charter vessels.
What Does Boat Insurance Cover?
Depending on your policy, boat insurance is likely to cover:
Boat insurance isn't mandatory in Florida (it's not required by law to own or operate a vessel); however, if you took out a loan using your boat as collateral, the lender will typically require that you have insurance to cover damages to the boat. Many Florida marinas have boat insurance requirements as well, so you'll need to provide proof of liability coverage in case of injury or damages to others.
We offer free, comparative quotes on Boat & Marine Insurance from multiple insurance carriers so you can get the best possible rate.
Personal watercraft are extremely invigorating and fun for water lovers of all ages; however, they are not toys. Jet skis and wave runners are often the first steps into the boating world. Whether you are a first-time boater or experienced captain, it is important that you have proper coverage for these vessels. We have policies that are geared specifically for your personal watercraft. If you have several personal watercraft, you may qualify for a multi-boat discount on your insurance. Additional coverage can also be purchased for trailers and other accessories.
NO. But the state law require anyone born after 1988 to complete boating safety course and have a boating safety education identification card to operate a boat with10 or more horsepower. The boating safety ID card can be obtained from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and is valid for life, so you won't need to get recertified.
NO. Boat insurance isn't legally required in Florida to own or operate a vessel, but it would be painful to replace your boat out-of-pocket; so you should probably insure it. Your homeowners' insurance probably doesn't cover your boat or the resulting medical bills if anyone is injured and many Florida marinas have boat insurance requirements as well.
YES. Florida's boat safety equipment requirements may vary based upon your boat's size and use, but the law typically requires: fire extinguisher, visual distress signals (if you operate on the ocean or in coastal waters), device that produces sound, ventilation system, vessel lighting equipment, one personal flotation device per person on the boat.
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Seagate Sun Insurance Agency provides home, auto, and business insurance in Southwest Florida, including Naples, Marco Island, Fort Myers, Sarasota, and Tampa Bay.
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