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Policy Highlights: Colonial General Insurance Agency, Inc. offers a Salvage Yard Insurance program tailored to the unique risks of salvage yards, auto dismantlers, and impound facilities. Through our Commercial Garage department, we provide agents and brokers access to a broad set of coverages crafted for this niche industry. Whether your client operates a small yard or a larger facility with towing and vehicle sales operations, our underwriting team will work with you to secure appropriate protection. Ideal Accounts and Appetite Our program is a strong fit for: Auto salvage yards and recyclers Vehicle impound lots (fenced and gated) Auto dismantlers with parts resale operations Operators offering towing services or in-transit vehicle movement Facilities selling vehicles “AS IS” All accounts must meet basic security requirements, including fully fenced and gated yards. We accept “AS IS” vehicle sales and towing operations, making this a flexible solution for complex garage risks. Accounts with poor site security, extensive on-site retail operations unrelated to vehicle parts, or significant environmental contamination exposures are generally not a fit without mitigation. Coverage Highlights and Advantages This program delivers Commercial Garage coverage options customized for salvage operations, including: Garage Liability limits up to $1,000,000 per accident $3,000,000 aggregate liability limit $5,000 medical payments Garage Keepers coverage on a primary basis with specified causes of loss Dealers Physical Damage False pretense coverage Fire legal liability In-transit coverage for towing operations Broadened coverage endorsements available Property coverage options These coverages help your clients manage exposures tied to customer vehicles, on-site property damage, theft, and liability from sales or towing operations. Endorsement flexibility and a garage-focused underwriting approach make the program useful for mixed-operation facilities. Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premiums Underwriting is done on a risk-by-risk basis. We look for well-managed operations with adequate security, documented safety practices, and acceptable claims histories. Fully fenced and gated facilities are required for eligibility. Minimum premiums vary by state and risk characteristics; our underwriters will provide state-specific guidance when you submit an inquiry. Territories and Availability Colonial General’s Salvage Yard Insurance program is available in the following states: Arizona (AZ) California (CA) Colorado (CO) Idaho (ID) Nevada (NV) New Mexico (NM) Utah (UT) Wyoming (WY) Coverage is placed through a mix of admitted and non-admitted markets depending on carrier appetite and state regulations. Why Work With Colonial General? As a Managing General Agency and Excess & Surplus Lines broker, Colonial General brings deep expertise in garage and auto-related risks. Our team understands salvage yard exposures and offers hands-on underwriting, fast responses, and access to multiple carrier relationships. We help agents place tough-to-insure accounts with practical coverage solutions and the flexibility many salvage operations need. Example scenarios that fit this program: you have a client who runs a fenced salvage yard with onsite dismantling and occasional “AS IS” sales; or a tow operator who stores impounded vehicles in a secured yard and needs both in-transit and garage keepers coverage. For these and similar risks, Colonial General can be a placement option. Have a client with a fenced salvage yard that also offers towing and sells vehicles “AS IS”? This program is built for that type of operation. Contact us today to discuss your next salvage yard risk. Frequently Asked Questions What types of accounts are a good fit for this program?Ideal accounts include salvage yards, auto dismantlers, impound lots, and operations with towing or auto sales components. All facilities must be fully fenced and gated. Is coverage available for towing operations?Yes. The program includes in-transit coverage for towing operations, making it suitable for businesses that regularly move vehicles as part of their services. What are the minimum underwriting requirements?Facilities must be fully fenced and gated. Underwriters also review safety practices, claims history, and the overall scope of operations when assessing eligibility. Can this program accommodate “AS IS” vehicle sales?Yes. “AS IS” sales are acceptable within this program, which provides flexibility for many salvage and resale operations. Which states is this program available in?This program is available in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NV, NM, UT, and WY. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.

I need an MGA that has a market for an Auto Salvage Yard. The business has been around for almost 5 years and there are 4 employees. They do towing of the vehicle if needed. My client is mainly looking for liability on his business but is also interested in workers compensation.

Amwins Program Underwriters' Demolition Contractors program through Amwins Underwriting is a specialty placement for demolition, wrecking and salvage contractors. As a managing general agency, Amwins offers a focused package that combines general liability, auto, pollution, and excess liability to address the primary exposures of demolition operations. The program targets established demolition contractors and provides specialty underwriting, loss-control support, and superior claims handling via an AM Best "A" rated carrier. Overview of the Program from Amwins Underwriting This program is designed for contractors who perform demolition and salvage work as their primary business. Coverage can include: Commercial General Liability Automobile Liability (including pollution-contaminant liability on autos) Pollution liability (operations-related) Excess/Umbrella limits to broaden protection Limits are competitive for this class: General Liability up to $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate and Automobile up to $1,000,000 CSL. General Liability is placed on non-admitted paper; other lines are typically written on admitted paper. Ideal Accounts and Appetite This program is a strong fit if your client meets the following: At least 75% of gross receipts are from demolition-related activities. Primary operations include selective demolition, structure dismantling, salvage, and site clearance without high-hazard methods. Clients who handle recycling of construction debris, excavation, or grading as incidental operations (collectively up to 25% of GL receipts). Examples of good-fit accounts: A mid-sized contractor performing commercial interior and selective structural demolition with on-site salvage and debris recycling. A salvage operator who specializes in controlled dismantling and scrap recovery with limited subcontracting. Underwriting Notes and Restrictions Minimum premium: $10,000 for General Liability. Subcontracting limits: not eligible if more than 25% of demolition operations are subcontracted to others. Ineligible operations: wrecking-ball demolition and blasting performed by the insured are excluded. Inspections and loss control reviews are commonly required for new and renewal accounts. Coverage Advantages Program tailored specifically to demolition/salvage exposures rather than placed in a broader construction marketplace. Access to admitted wording for most lines (GL on non-admitted paper only) with an AM Best "A" rated insurer behind the program. Local rating and underwriting decisions through Amwins' specialty team and superior claims and loss control service designed for this class. Territories and Availability Available in all U.S. states except Alaska (AK) and Hawaii (HI). Underwriting availability and specific terms may vary by state due to regulatory differences. Why Place This Business with Amwins Underwriting As a managing general agency, Amwins Underwriting brings niche expertise in demolition risks, strong carrier relationships, and dedicated service for agents. Use this program when you need a market that understands demolition exposures, will consider packaged liability/auto/pollution placements, and can offer excess capacity for larger accounts. Frequently Asked Questions What types of demolition contractors are a good fit for this program?Contractors whose primary business (at least 75% of receipts) is demolition, wrecking, salvage or selective dismantling and who do not perform blasting or wrecking-ball work. Incidental excavation, grading and debris recycling are acceptable up to 25% of GL receipts. Is General Liability placed admitted or non-admitted?General Liability for this program is generally placed on non-admitted paper; other lines such as auto and pollution are typically placed on admitted paper. Final placement depends on state availability and underwriting. What are the key underwriting requirements I should expect?Expect a minimum GL premium of $10,000, subcontracting limits (no more than 25% of demolition operations subcontracted), and routine loss-control reviews or inspection reports for new or higher-exposure accounts. Are blasting, wrecking ball, or heavily subcontracted jobs eligible?No. The program excludes blasting and wrecking-ball operations performed by the insured, and it will not accept accounts where more than 25% of demolition operations are subcontracted out. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.

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