House Cleaning Insurance
Safeguard your house cleaning business with affordable coverage for mishaps, property damage, and lost equipment—letting you shine bright without worry.
- Wallet-Friendly Coverage
- Built for Small Businesses
- Instant Proof of Insurance!
Why Do Housekeepers Need Insurance?
Housekeepers face various risks while performing their duties, from accidental property damage to injuries sustained by clients. Without proper housekeeping insurance coverage, these risks can result in significant financial losses and legal liabilities. And as it turns out, claims within the cleaning industry are more common than you think.
If you damage a client’s table while cleaning
Don’t fret—we’ll cover the cost of replacing or repairing the item.
If a client or their family member trips over your vacuum cord and gets injured
Oopsie daisy, we’ve got your back! We’ll cover the medical expenses and legal fees.
If you accidentally use bleach instead of your magic cleaning solution and cause damage
No worries! We’ll cover the costs of repairs or replacements needed to fix the damage.
If your trusty mop and bucket get stolen
We’ll help cover the cost of replacing these essential tools with inland marine insurance.
How Much Does House Cleaning Liability Insurance Cost?
Liability insurance for cleaning houses starts at $38.75 per month, but the actual cost can vary based on several factors:
- Size of Your Business: More employees can increase your premiums.
- Location: Rates can differ depending on your geographic area and local risks.
- Claims History: A history of claims can lead to higher premiums.
- Coverage Limits: Higher coverage limits will raise your insurance costs.
- Additional Coverages: Adding extras like equipment insurance or workers’ comp increases your premium.
Save when you choose annual!
Why juggle monthly payments when you can take care of it all at once? Save 12% when you pay $435 upfront for the year, and kick back with the peace of mind that your house cleaning insurance is all set. It’s like giving yourself a little gift of convenience!
What Does Insurance for House Cleaners Cover?
We recommend house cleaners to include several different coverages in their insurance policy. Our recommended coverages include:
Included
General Liability Coverage
General liability insurance protects house cleaners from claims related to bodily injury, property damage, or personal injury that may occur during their work. For instance, if a client trips over equipment while the housekeeper is working on-site, general liability insurance can help cover medical expenses and legal costs associated with the incident. However, this coverage does not extend to you or your employees; it only protects clients or the public if they are injured on your property or as a result of your employee’s actions. General Liability also includes Public Liability Insurance for your cleaning business.
Add-Ons
Cyber Liability Coverage
If your house cleaning business faces a cyberattack or data breach, this insurance covers the costs of getting back on your feet, like legal bills, notification expenses, and credit monitoring for affected individuals.
Tools and Equipment Coverage
Tools and equipment coverage, also known as inland marine, provides protection for the valuable equipment used by house cleaners. This insurance steps in when your trusty tools get damaged or stolen while on the job. With this insurance, you can keep your housekeeping game strong without worrying about unexpected financial messes.
Janitorial Bonds
Bonds are ‘trust boosters’ for your house cleaning business. They reassure your clients that you’ll stick to your promises and clean with integrity. If anything goes amiss, like a mishap or a missing item, the janitorial bond steps in to make things right.
Additional Insureds
Adding additional insureds is all about giving extra protection to your clients or landlords, so they feel safe and secure knowing they’re covered under your policy. This not only builds trust but also shows that you’ve got everyone’s back, making your business relationships rock-solid.
Workers Compensation Coverage (Coming Soon!)
Your cleaning crew is the heart and soul of your business. If they ever get hurt or sick while working, this insurance steps in to cover their medical bills, lost wages, and even helps with their recovery, ensuring they can scrub, mop, and dust with confidence.
Get notified when workers compensation is available in your state!
What’s Not Covered with Housekeeper Insurance?
When considering liability insurance for house cleaners, it’s important to be aware of the following exclusions:
- Water removal/extraction, mold remediation, fire, smoke, flood or other disaster services
- Operations involving construction debris removal
- Construction, maintenance, repair, renovation, or property preservation service
- Cleaning of the exterior of buildings and/or power washing other than from the ground level
- Chimney cleaning
How Do I Know What House Cleaning Insurance Coverage I Need?
Here are some tips to help you assess your house cleaning insurance coverage needs based on your business size, equipment, and services offered.
New and Growing Businesses
For new and growing house cleaning teams with more frequent client meet-and-greets and moderate risk. Perfect for businesses with 3-9 full-time employees. Let’s keep those mops spinning! Example: Your small but mighty crew tackling homes and light commercial spots like pros.
- General Liability: $500,000 per incident / $1,000,000 per year.
- Tools and Equipment Insurance: $2,000 per incident / $6,000 per policy year (+$4.58/month).
Established Business
Best for established housekeeping champions with a big client base and higher stakes. Ideal for larger operations with 10+ full-time employees. Time to bring out the big guns! Example: A bustling operation with a crew of experts handling properties and complex jobs like a boss.
- General Liability: $1,000,000 per incident / $2,000,000 per year.
- Tools and Equipment Insurance: $5,000 per incident / $10,000 per policy year (+$5.00/month).
Note: Our coverage is available for businesses with payroll under $200K and annual revenue under $1.5M.
Janitorial Bonds
A bond provides an additional layer of protection for your clients, ensuring that they are compensated in case of theft or damage caused by your employees. Bonding is sometimes required for commercial or government house cleaning contracts.
You have the option to:
- Include: Adding a bond can enhance your business’s credibility and provide peace of mind to your clients, or if your contract requires it.
- Opt out: If you have a strong reputation and trust with your clients, you might decide not to include a bond.
Coverage Limits for House Cleaning Insurance
Maximum Cleaning Liability Insurance Limits
The most your policy will pay in a 12-month policy period for bodily injury and property damage claims that you become legally obligated to pay due to your business services.
$2,000,000
The maximum amount your policy will pay in a 12-month period for bodily injury and property damage claims that result from the products you use to perform your services. However, it does not cover products that are sold, or distributed.
$2,000,000
The maximum your policy will pay for a bodily injury or property damage claim that you become legally obligated to pay due to your business services.
$1,000,000
The amount that your policy will pay for claims arising out of one or more of the following offenses:
- False arrest, detention or imprisonment
- Malicious prosecution
- Wrongful eviction or wrongful entry
- Oral or written publications that slander or libels a person or organization
- Oral or written publication or material that violates a person’s right of privacy
- The use of another’s advertising idea in your advertisement
$1,000,000
Applies to damage by fire to premises rented to the insured and to damage regardless of cause to premises (including contents) occupied by the insured for 7 days or less.
$100,000
A general liability coverage that reimburses others, without regard to the insured’s liability, for medical or funeral expenses incurred by such persons as a result of bodily injury or death sustained by accident under the conditions specified in the policy.
$5,000
Optional Coverage Options
Tools & Equipment Coverage
Limits / Occurrence / Aggregate
Premium
Deductible
$1,000/$3,000
$40
$500
$2,000/$6,000
$55
$5,000/$10,000
$60
Have questions?
Our licensed agents are available to answer any questions you may have!
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Why Housekeepers Love Insurance Canopy
When it comes to safeguarding your cleaning business, there’s no room for compromise. That’s why cleaning businesses across the country choose Insurance Canopy for peace of mind and reliable protection.
Insurance You Can Rely On
Instant Proof of Insurance & a hassle-free claims process = a zen policyholder 🙏
Simplified Coverage
Comprehensive, personalized insurance for your business – only pay for what you need
Expert Support
Chat with a responsive, multilingual team of experts who provide one-on-one support. For real!
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Questions About House Cleaning Liability Insurance
Is my house cleaning insurance policy effective immediately?
Yes, it sure is! You get to choose when your house cleaning business policy starts while you’re buying it. Coverage kicks in right after you finish your purchase, and you even get a nifty badge to show your housekeeping business is insured!
Can I cancel my house cleaning policy at any time?
You may cancel your house cleaner insurance policy at any time, but there is no money-back guarantee on months that you have already paid for. At Insurance Canopy, once you’re covered, you’re covered—our policies are 100% non-refundable. That means, in general, once your policy starts, you can’t cancel it for a refund. However, there are a few rare exceptions.
The one major exception is if one of our compliance officers decides your business doesn’t meet our policy standards within three business days of purchase. In that case, it’s like your policy never existed, and you’ll get a full refund.
How do I file a house cleaning claim?
Filing a house cleaning business claim with Insurance Canopy is easy. Here’s what to do:
- Make a Report: If something happens, like theft or property damage, report it to the appropriate authorities. Gather important details such as dates, locations, and contact information for everyone involved.
- Gather Paperwork: Get all the necessary documents ready, like your insurance policy details, receipts for damaged or stolen items, and any incident reports.
- Submit a Claim Online: Log in to your user account, go to the “Manage Policies” section, and click on “File A Claim.” Fill in the required information and submit your claim. Most claims are processed within 24–48 hours.
If you have any questions or need help, our team is here for you. Just reach out!
How do I renew my house cleaning insurance policy?
Renewing your housekeeping insurance with Insurance Canopy is a breeze thanks to our EZ-Renew feature, which automatically renews your policy each year. If you prefer not to use EZ-Renew, you’ll need to fill out a new application to continue your coverage. As your business grows, our support team is here to help. Need to tweak your coverage limits, shuffle around some coverages, or adapt to new client demands? Just contact our support team, and we’ll ensure your policy grows right alongside your business.
What happens if I have a house cleaning claim after I cancel my insurance?
If you file a house cleaning claim after canceling your insurance, it won’t be covered unless your policy remains active for a certain period and the incident happened during that time. Insurance only offers protection while your policy is active, so continuous coverage ensures you’re always protected.
Our team is always ready to help answer your questions. Smile included.
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Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm EST
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Email: info@insurancecanopy.com
Phone: 844.520.6993
Clean with Confidence – We’ve Got the Coverage.
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