Business Owners Policy · Washington State

Business Owners Policy (BOP) for Washington Small Businesses

General liability and commercial property bundled into one affordable policy — with a discount for buying them together. The smart choice for businesses with a physical location.

What a BOP Includes

A standard Business Owners Policy combines four core protections that most small businesses need:

General Liability

Covers bodily injury, property damage, and personal/advertising injury claims made by third parties against your business.

Commercial Property

Protects your building (if owned), equipment, inventory, furniture, and fixtures from fire, theft, vandalism, and most weather events.

Business Interruption

If a covered loss forces you to close temporarily, BOP replaces lost income and covers ongoing expenses like rent and payroll during the shutdown.

Equipment Breakdown

Covers sudden mechanical or electrical failure of business equipment — HVAC, refrigeration, computers, and production machinery.

Common Optional Add-Ons

Professional Liability (E&O) endorsement
Cyber liability coverage
Employee dishonesty / crime coverage
Hired & non-owned auto
Liquor liability (for restaurants/bars)
Data breach notification costs

BOP vs. General Liability Only

Not sure which is right for you? Here's how they compare:

FeatureBOPCGL Only
General Liability
Commercial Property
Business Interruption
Equipment Breakdown
Bundled Discount
Works for contractors (no fixed location)

Bundled savings: Most carriers offer a 10–20% discount when you combine GL and property in a BOP versus buying each policy separately.

Who Is a BOP Right For?

Retail Stores

Inventory, fixtures, and customer slip-and-fall exposure in one affordable package.

Restaurants & Cafés

Equipment, food spoilage, premises liability, and business interruption bundled together.

Offices & Consultants

Protect your workspace, computers, and client-facing liability without overpaying.

Service Businesses

Salons, gyms, auto shops, and other service businesses with a physical location.

What a BOP Does Not Cover

A BOP is comprehensive but not all-in-one. These gaps require separate policies — we can help you fill them.

Workers' Compensation (required separately in Washington)
Commercial Auto for owned business vehicles
Professional errors or malpractice (standalone E&O policy)
Flood damage (requires separate NFIP or private flood policy)
Earthquake damage (separate endorsement or policy)
Health or disability insurance for employees

Frequently Asked Questions

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