Running a business is exciting, but every day brings new risks. A burst pipe can flood your office or a customer can slip and sue. The right insurance turns these threats into temporary setbacks instead of costly crises, letting you stay focused on growth. Below are five types of coverage worth considering now, each guarding a different part of your company’s health.

1. General Liability Insurance

General liability works like a sturdy front gate. If someone claims your business caused injury or property damage, the policy can handle medical bills, legal fees and repair costs. Covering these expenses on your own could drain savings fast, so this insurance helps you keep cash in the business and shows partners that you operate responsibly.

2. Commercial Property Insurance

Your computers, tools and inventory power your daily work. Commercial property insurance protects those assets from fire, theft, vandalism and certain storms. Instead of dipping into emergency funds to replace damaged equipment, you can tap the policy, fix what’s broken and keep your brand and balance sheet intact.

3. Business Interruption (Income) Insurance

Sometimes the real pain starts after the flames are out. If a covered event forces you to close for repairs, business interruption insurance replaces lost income and helps cover ongoing costs like rent, payroll and loan payments. By keeping cash flowing to staff and suppliers, you preserve relationships and ensure customers return to the same trusted team when doors reopen.

4. Workers’ Compensation Insurance

Even the safest workplaces face injuries like a strained back from lifting boxes or a fall from a ladder. Workers’ comp pays employees’ medical bills and part of their lost wages, reducing the chance of lawsuits. Providing this benefit demonstrates that you care about your team’s well-being, which boosts morale and makes it easier to attract top talent.

5. Key Person Insurance

Some people drive most of a company’s success, like a founder, lead engineer or top salesperson. If one of these key players dies or becomes disabled, key person insurance pays a lump sum that can bridge lost revenue, reassure investors and fund recruitment or training. In short, it buys time to rebuild the expertise that keeps your business unique.

Each of these policies shields a vital part of your operation: liability guards your wallet, property protects physical assets, interruption preserves cash flow and key person insurance safeguards talent. Together, they form a safety net that lets you chase new ideas without constant worry. Talk with us today and craft a package that grows alongside your ambitions.