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Exploring Cafe Insurance
Owning a cafe comes with multiple risks, including equipment breakdowns, property damage or even unexpected closures.
Commercial Property Coverage is a key part of Cafe Insurance, designed to protect the physical assets that keep your business running. Whether it’s your storefront or espresso machine, having the right insurance can help you recover without breaking the bank.
With the rising costs of property damage due to extreme weather or accidents, having proper coverage is important.
What Does Commercial Property Coverage Include?
Commercial Property Coverage for cafes typically protects the physical parts of your business. Here’s what it can cover:
01
Building and Structure
If you own your cafe’s building, this covers repairs or rebuilding after events like fires, storms or vandalism.
For leased spaces, it may cover tenant improvements, such as custom fit-outs.
02
Equipment and Contents
From coffee machines to tables and chairs, this protects the tools you rely on daily.
03
Stock and Inventory
Coverage for perishable goods, say, coffee beans, milk or baked goods if they’re damaged due to covered events (e.g., a power outage or flood).
04
Signage and Exteriors
Outdoor signs, awnings or glass shopfronts can be included. This can be crucial for cafes with street appeal.
05
Loss of Income
If damage forces you to close temporarily, some policies can cover lost revenue during repairs, helping you pay bills and staff.
Who Should Have It?
Here’s who should consider it:
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Cafe Owners: Whether you're a solo proprietor or a big cafe, you need protection for your physical assets and liabilities.
Leaseholders or Cafe Tenants: If you lease your cafe space, you might think Landlords Insurance can cover everything. Not quite.
While Landlords Insurance typically insure the building structure, tenants are often responsible for their own fit-outs, equipment and contents.
New Business Owners: Starting a cafe? Insurance can protect your investment from day one, covering risks such as equipment breakdowns or property damage.
Mobile Cafe or Pop-Up Cafe Owners: Mobile cafes (e.g., coffee vans) or pop-up cafes at markets or events aren’t exempt from risks.
While you may not have a fixed location, your equipment and stock are still valuable.
Cafe Owners Expanding or Renovating: If you’re expanding your cafe or renovating to add outdoor seating or a new kitchen, your risks increase. Construction and new assets raise the value of what needs protecting.
This insurance can cover new equipment or expanded premises, protect against damage during renovations (e.g., accidental fire or water damage), and ensure business continuity if expansion is disrupted.
Risk Scenarios
With rising property costs and unpredictable weather, protecting your cafe is more important than ever.
Here’s how Commercial Property Coverage can help you:
A burst water pipe floods your cafe, damaging flooring and furniture. Coverage can pay for repairs and replacements.
A fire breaks out in the kitchen, halting operations. Your policy could cover lost income while you rebuild.
Vandals smash your shopfront windows. Coverage can handle the cost of new glass and signage.
Frequently asked questions
Can Cafe Insurance cover damage from a customer breaking something?
It depends. If a customer accidentally damages your property (e.g., knocks over a display), Commercial Property Coverage may cover repairs or replacements, depending on the policy.
However, if the damage is intentional, you might need to pursue the customer directly or rely on Liability Coverage for related claims.
Does Cafe Insurance include coverage for cyber incidents like POS system hacks?
With cafes relying more on digital payment systems, cyber risks are a growing concern. Standard Cafe Insurance doesn’t typically cover cyber incidents, but you can add Cyber Insurance to protect against data breaches or hacks affecting your point-of-sale (POS) system.
What if my cafe is in an older building? Does that affect insurance?
Older buildings may face higher risks of fire or structural issues. Commercial Property Coverage can protect your cafe, but premiums may be higher due to the building’s age.
Reach out to us at Tank Insurance to tailor your policy to address your building’s specific risks.
Can I get Cafe Insurance for a home-based coffee business?
If you run a coffee business from home, such as roasting beans or selling online, Commercial Property Coverage can protect your business equipment and stock.
Note that standard Home Insurance won’t cover business-related losses.
Contact an insurance broker to help you find a policy that bridges home and commercial coverage, tailored to your setup, whether it’s a garage roastery or a delivery-focused operation.