Commercial Umbrella Insurance

GET A COMMERCIAL UMBRELLA INSURANCE QUOTE NOW!

Commercial umbrella insurance provides additional liability coverage for your business, covering costs that exceed the limits of your general liability or other policies, regardless of your company’s size.

Benefits

This policy helps cover commercial legal fees, medical bills, and damage expenses.
If your business involves clients, customers, or heavy machinery, additional coverage is essential.
Public access to your business increases the risk of bodily injury, especially when using equipment around customers.
Commercial umbrella insurance covers medical expenses, lawsuits, and judgments beyond your limits.
Working offsite can also raise liability risks, such as accidental property damage. Umbrella coverage can help cover excess costs.

How much does Commercial Insurance Cost?

Some industries carry higher risks, which can affect your commercial umbrella insurance cost. Your premium depends on:

The existing underlying coverage
The nature of your business
The size of your business

Adding an umbrella policy to your business makes good business sense. Speak with one of our Merit brokers to get the right type of coverage for your business. Click here to get a Commercial Umbrella Insurance quote or contact Merit Insurance Brokers to learn more.

Umbrella Insurance | Merit Insurance Brokers Inc.

Business Blog

20 May 2025InCommercial and Business, Insurance Tips, Umbrella

Are Your Liability Limits High Enough?

22 April 2025InCommercial and Business, Other, Property

Insurance Checklist for New Homebuyers This Spring

18 April 2025InCommercial and Business, Other, Property

How Weather Trends Are Changing Insurance Risks

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What types of insurance do I need to know about for my business?

As a business owner in Ontario, you should consider obtaining insurance coverage for general liability, property damage, business interruption, and professional liability (if applicable). Depending on your industry and specific risks, you may also need to consider additional policies such as product liability, cyber liability, and directors and officers (D&O) liability insurance. It’s important to consult with an experienced insurance agent or broker to determine the appropriate coverage for your business needs.

What is co-insurance?

The co-insurance clause is a common and often misunderstood part of property insurance policies.

Co-Insurance is an agreement between YOU and the Insurance Company, whereby you agree to maintain coverage up to a stated percentage of the value of the property you wish to insure (usually 80%, 90% or 100%).

In the event of a loss, the amount of payout from the insurance company is calculated on a formula.

How to calculate co-insurance?

The simple formula for calculating the coinsurance penalty is: amount of insurance in place / Amount of insurance that should have been in place x the loss, less any deductible is the amount actually paid.

What is a certificate of insurance?

A certificate of insurance is a document that verifies the existence of an insurance policy. In Ontario, it is typically issued by an insurance company and provided to a third party as proof of insurance coverage. The certificate will include information about the insurance policy, such as the type of coverage, policy limits, and the effective dates of coverage.

What is Cyber Insurance?

Cyber insurance is a type of insurance coverage that provides protection against losses related to cyberattacks and data breaches. This insurance policy can cover costs related to notifying affected individuals, legal expenses, and costs associated with investigating and repairing damages caused by cyber incidents. Cyber insurance can also provide resources to help businesses prevent future attacks and mitigate risks. It is an important consideration for any business that handles sensitive customer or employee data or relies on technology for daily operations.

What is Identity Theft Coverage?

Identity theft coverage is a type of insurance policy that can help protect individuals from the financial and legal consequences of identity theft. It typically provides assistance with the costs associated with restoring credit and resolving fraudulent accounts, as well as reimbursement for stolen funds or expenses incurred during the recovery process.

What is a deductible?

This is the part that you pay in the event of a claim. The insurance company covers the rest, up to the $ amount of loss, or your policy’s limits whichever is less. The higher the deductible, the lower your insurance premium and vice versa.

If I cancel my policy, I won’t owe the last month’s insurance right?

If the policy is canceled by you, the calculation of the cancellation is Short Rate. The Short Rate Penalty is based on the days the policy has been in force. Depending on your payment schedule and withdrawal date, there may be an outstanding premium, which is collected after cancellation is processed. If you need to cancel it is always best to cancel the policy on the anniversary date to avoid cancellation fees.

When it comes to business insurance, what is the difference between commercial general liability and professional liability coverage?

The main difference between professional liability and commercial general liability (CGL) insurance is the type of risks that they cover. CGL covers the cost of legal and medical expenses associated with claims declaring third-party property damage or bodily injury because of your business routine.

Professional liability insurance (often referred to as errors and omissions), provides coverage for claims resulting from negligence or failure to deliver a professional service as promised, which could have led to a financial loss on your client’s behalf.