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There's nothing quite like boating in Virginia, whether it be on one of its many lakes and rivers, or boating in the wonderful Chesapeake Bay. NBOA Marine Insurance, a leader in boat and yacht insurance, would like to remind you that when buying Virginia boat insurance, remember that Virginia is a unique state and exposed to many different perils, such as hurricane wind damage, hail, flooding, sun damage, submerged objects in rivers, and more. Here are some features to Virginia boat insurance to keep in mind:
- Hail damage is a big concern in Virginia. Be sure your policy covers damage resulting from hail storms.
- Be sure damage to your electronics and other equipment is covered in the event of a lightning strike.
- Most carriers use a separate windstorm deductible in the event a boat is damaged during a named windstorm. This may be 5% to 10% of the hull value. For inland Virginia boaters, a windstorm may not apply.
- Navigation limits might exclude the coastal exposure, so be sure to check your policy if you plan to use your vessel in the Gulf.
- Some carriers will require owners to be a full time resident of Virginia, and not be absentee owners. Carriers want to make sure owners are with their boat at all times and are not absentee owners, because this represents an added risk for theft. In case of a hurricane, carriers want to make sure owners are able to get their boats to safety.
- Bass boats should also have customized coverages due to high value fishing equipment, chartering, navigation, and speed.
- High-Speed or go-fast boats present a greater risk, so they are subject to a different set of underwriting guidelines.
- A hurricane haul out agreement may be required, or may make you eligible for a discount on your premium.