Connect commercial property to the operation
A large and varied economy includes technology, entertainment, agriculture, hospitality, manufacturing, logistics, construction, and commercial real estate.
What the coverage can help address
- Buildings and tenant improvements
- Equipment, inventory, and contents
- Business income and extra expense
Questions to review
- Replacement cost versus actual cash value
- Wind, hail, flood, equipment breakdown, and ordinance or law
- Coinsurance requirements, valuation dates, and catastrophe deductibles
California planning context
Wildfire and earthquake
Consider whether this factor changes values, limits, deductibles, coverage structure, protection practices, or expected recovery time.
Flood, landslide, and coastal conditions
Consider whether this factor changes values, limits, deductibles, coverage structure, protection practices, or expected recovery time.
High property values, dense operations, and long rebuilding timelines
Consider whether this factor changes values, limits, deductibles, coverage structure, protection practices, or expected recovery time.
Information to prepare
- Statement of values by location
- Building construction and major system updates
- Contents, equipment, inventory, and income values
Frequently asked questions
What should a California business prepare for a commercial property review?
Prepare current operational information, values or payroll where relevant, requested limits, contracts, and currently valued loss history. Statement of values by location; Building construction and major system updates; Contents, equipment, inventory, and income values.
Does this page state what insurance is legally required in California?
No. This is general insurance-planning information, not legal advice or a statement of state-specific requirements. Requirements and availability should be confirmed for the individual business.
Coverage descriptions are general. Eligibility, availability, terms, conditions, limits, deductibles, and exclusions vary by account and insurance market.