Boat

Boat Insurance

Get specialized boat insurance for as little as $100 per year

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Firefly simplifies boat insurance

Seize the opportunity to boat on any lake or river in the United States, and in ocean waters within 75 miles of the coast.  

In addition, we waive the typical conditions and limitations other insurers might impose on you; giving you the security you need to get in the water right away. 

For instance, we don’t need a marine survey or navigation plan, which may be around $600 for a 30-foot boat. 

We know how to keep you afloat thanks to more than 35 years of boat insurance knowledge. We insure over 1 million watercrafts, and we can help insure yours, too. 

Bass & fishing boats

Boats designed with fishing in mind, equipped with trolling motors, power poles, etc.

Pontoon boats

Boats constructed on hollow metal cylinders for lake and river travel

Powerboats

A popular type of boats, used for cruising, fishing, water sports, and other activities

Personal watercraft

These include one to three-person Jet Skis, Sea-Doos, WaveRunners, and similar watercraft.

Sailboats

These include one to three-person Jet Skis, Sea-Doos, WaveRunners, and similar watercraft.

WAYS TO SAVE

A boat insurance policy that offers more in savings

See for yourself why we are well above water amongst boat insurance companies. Online boat insurance quotes come with automated application of all available discounts you are eligible for.

Multi-policy
If you are benefiting from other Firefly plans like home, car, motorcycle, or RV, you might save even more money on boat insurance.
Multi-boat
Insure more than one watercraft in your policy, and benefit from a discount.
Original owner
Prove that you are the original owner of your watercraft, and Firefly will grant you a discount! Saving money couldn’t get easier!
Safety course
Invest in yourself and save even more money on your boat insurance policy by finishing any state-approved safety course.

Boat insurance that covers those choppy waters

Firefly compensate for damage or injuries you cause in case any accident occur with another boat, person, dock, buoy, etc.

In addition, and along with various benefits and protections you might not receive from every insurer, we provide comprehensive and collision to cover damage to your boat.

SOME OF OUR COVERAGES

Full replacement cost
When repairing your watercraft, we always aim to restore it to its original condition or better. We won’t devalue your parts’ worth
Propulsion Plus®
In the event of a mechanical failure, including wear and tear-related ones, add Propulsion Plus and we will replace or repair the bottom unit of an outboard motor, or the upper and lower units of an inboard/outboard motor.
Wreckage removal & fuel spill
Every Firefly boat insurance policy comes with automatic wreckage removal and fuel leak coverages. We pay the costs up to the property damage liability limitations of your coverage if your boat sinks or if you cause a fuel spill. If only remove a sunken boat if it is legally required.

Insurance limitations for boats and PWCs

Certain types of vessels cannot be included in either a new or current Firefly policy:

Boats worth more than $500,000 and are older than ten years
Boats valued over $250,000 that are between 11-20 years old
Boats that are over 20 years old and cost more than $60,000.
Boats utilized as the main place of abode (live aboards)
Houseboats without motors
Homemade boats with a missing hull identification number
Boats owned by multiple people
Steel or wooden hulled boats
All PWCs, hovercrafts, and amphibious land boats with a value greater than $27,000
Boats that don't adhere to the publicized U.S. Coast Guard rules

Common questions about boat insurance

How much is boat insurance? Is boat insurance required? Does boat insurance cover theft? Does boat insurance cover pets?

Your boat insurance cost depends on multiple factors such as:

  • Location: If you boat in a coastal state, you will find that watercraft insurance is typically more expensive. If you live in a state where boating is not a year-round hobby, you might probably pay less for your boat insurance.
  • Boat type: The price of your insurance will depend on the year, make, and model of your watercraft.
  • Boating history: In comparison to inexperienced boaters, experienced boaters are less likely to have an accident on the water and tend to pay less for boat insurance.
  • Prior claims: You may be required to pay more for liability insurance and boat insurance if you have a history of filing claims.

Boat insurance is mandated in only a few states but, if you’re financing your watercraft, you’re typically required by your lender to carry comprehensive and collision coverage. Additionally, if you dock your boat, your marina may require you to show proof of liability coverage.

Comprehensive coverage protects against damage to your watercraft from incidents out of your control, including theft. Comprehensive doesn’t come standard on your boat policy; it must be added, and is usually required by your lender if you finance your boat.

Firefly pays up to $1,000 for veterinary bills or death benefits if your dog or cat is injured or killed in a covered boating accident.