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Wipe away risks with affordable insurance for window cleaning mishaps, damage, and lost gear!
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Why Do Window Cleaners Need Insurance?

Window cleaning comes with real risks, including hazardous chemicals, unpredictable weather, and equipment malfunctions. One accident without the right coverage can mean serious financial losses and legal exposure for your business. 

If you accidentally splash a client’s furnishings with product, general liability coverage can help reimburse clients for property damage

If a passerby trips over your cleaning supplies, general liability is designed to cover third-party medical expenses and legal fees

If a crew member gets injured on the job, workers compensation insurance can cover costs related to your employees’ work-related injuries or illnesses

If you drop and break a pricey water-fed pole, tools and equipment coverage helps repair or replace your work tools, so you’re back to work faster

How Much Does Window Cleaning Liability Insurance Cost?

Insurance for window cleaning businesses starts at $39 per month. Curious to know what impacts your premium? We break it down so you can choose the best coverage with confidence. Plus, you can save as much as 12% by paying annually!

Coverage Limits for Window Cleaning Insurance

Maximum Cleaning Liability Insurance Limits
Limits

The most your policy will pay in a 12-month policy period for bodily injury and property damage claims that you become legally obligated to pay due to your business services.

$2,000,000

The maximum amount your policy will pay in a 12-month period for bodily injury and property damage claims that result from the products you use to perform your services. However, it does not cover products that are sold, or distributed.

$2,000,000

The maximum amount your policy will pay annually for claims of bodily injury or property damage due to an incident that occurred with a product during or after your class, such as a faulty piece of equipment injuring a client.

$1,000,000

The amount that your policy will pay for claims arising out of one or more of the following offenses:

  • False arrest, detention or imprisonment
  • Malicious prosecution
  • Wrongful eviction or wrongful entry
  • Oral or written publications that slander or libels a person or organization
  • Oral or written publication or material that violates a person’s right of privacy
  • The use of another’s advertising idea in your advertisement

$1,000,000

Applies to damage by fire to premises rented to the insured and to damage regardless of cause to premises (including contents) occupied by the insured for 7 days or less.

$100,000

A general liability coverage that reimburses others, without regard to the insured’s liability, for medical or funeral expenses incurred by such persons as a result of bodily injury or death sustained by accident under the conditions specified in the policy.

$ 5,000

Optional Coverage Options
Price
Tools & Equipment Coverage

Premium

Deductible

$40

$250

$55

 

$60

 
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    February 2, 2026
  • Extremely user friendly website, super affordable and very little time needed to apply.

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    January 31, 2026
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    January 15, 2026
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    January 5, 2026
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    January 2, 2026
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    December 19, 2025
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    December 14, 2025
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    December 11, 2025
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    December 6, 2025
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    Evergreen Multiservices Avatar Evergreen Multiservices
    February 2, 2026

    Extremely user friendly website, super affordable and very little time needed to apply.

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    January 31, 2026

    Excellent company, Great service, the best!!!

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    January 15, 2026
  • Super affordable insurance for a small business like myself super happy to be able to provide this to my customers really helps of landing more gigs

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    January 5, 2026

    Really went the extra mile to find the appropriate coverage for my business.

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    January 2, 2026

    Canopy provided escatly what I neede to book the gig, and at a very affordable price.. Thank You!

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    December 22, 2025
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    December 19, 2025

    Affordable liability insurance for DJ's. Easy to set up and understand. I've been with them for several years and am happy with their service.

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    December 14, 2025

    So easy to sign up. I hope I never have to use the insurance portion but most hotels require it for corporate gigs

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    December 11, 2025
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    December 6, 2025

    Great experience, quick and easy to understand with what I needed for my business. Highly recommend!

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    October 28, 2025

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    October 19, 2025
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    October 3, 2025

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    July 11, 2025
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Affordable Coverage for Window Cleaning Businesses

Protect your window cleaning business in just minutes! Insurance Canopy’s affordable coverage is easy to purchase and manage online, so you can confidently show up to your next job.

Recommended Coverage For Window Cleaning Businesses

Our insurance for window cleaners provides essential general liability coverage necessary for client contracts. We also suggest including additional cleaning business insurance coverage for employee injuries, dishonesty, and theft or loss of supplies. Available coverages include:

Included
General Liability Coverage

General liability insurance,  also known as public liability insurance, protects window cleaners from claims related to bodily injury, property damage, or personal injury that may occur during their work. For instance, if a client or passerby is injured by falling equipment or cleaning solutions during window cleaning, general liability insurance can help cover medical expenses and legal costs associated with the incident. However, this coverage does not extend to you or your employees; it only protects clients or the public if they are injured on your property or as a result of your employee’s actions. General Liability also includes Public Liability Insurance for your cleaning business.

Add-Ons
Tools and Equipment Coverage

Tools and equipment coverage — commonly referred to as inland marine — safeguards the essential equipment window cleaners use, such as cleaning appliances, solutions, and protective gear. This insurance provides compensation if your tools are damaged or stolen while on the job.

Janitorial Bonds

Bonds are crucial in the cleaning industry, safeguarding your business from financial losses caused by employee theft. Since your employees often work unsupervised in both residential and corporate environments, the risk of theft can lead to significant financial setbacks and damage trust. To ensure thorough protection against theft, combine general liability insurance with a bond.

At Insurance Canopy, you can purchase a bond for as low as $131 annually.

Additional Insureds

Including an additional insured protects another individual or entity under your policy. This is especially important for contractual obligations, as potential clients may ask to be covered by your policy. This ensures that both you and your clients are protected in the event that any incidents or claims occur during cleaning.

Cyber Liability Coverage

If your window cleaning business faces a cyberattack or data breach, cyber liability insurance covers recovery costs, such as legal bills, notification expenses, and credit monitoring for affected individuals.

Workers Compensation Coverage

Workers compensation for window cleaners includes coverage for medical expenses and lost wages if an employee is injured on the job. Whether it’s a slip on wet surfaces, a strained muscle from lifting heavy equipment, or even heat stroke from working in summer weather, workers comp helps cover medical bills and lost income.

In most states, carrying this coverage is legally required depending on your number of employees — but more than that, it gives your crew peace of mind, knowing you’ve got their backs when the unexpected happens.

Commercial Auto Coverage

Having commercial auto insurance is essential for a window cleaning business. Whether you’re transporting ladders, hauling water-fed pole systems, or moving your crew between job sites, accidents on the road can happen anytime.

Commercial auto insurance covers vehicle repairs, medical expenses, and liability claims — from small fender benders in tight parking lots to more serious accidents on busy roads. Most personal auto policies won’t cover business use, and in many states, commercial auto insurance is legally required to keep your business protected and moving forward.

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Why Window Cleaners Choose Insurance Canopy

Insurance Canopy is built for window cleaning businesses, offering straightforward coverage, expert support, and real peace of mind. Protect your work and build client trust by purchasing your policy today.

Questions About Window Cleaning Insurance

Window cleaning businesses need general liability insurance to cover property damage and injuries, workers compensation insurance if they have employees, and commercial auto insurance for their work vehicles. Additionally, tools & equipment insurance can protect tools and trailers, while cyber liability insurance protects against data breaches and cyberattacks.

Yes, your window cleaning insurance policy is effective as soon as you purchase it. You’ll receive instant confirmation of your coverage and access to your certificate of insurance (COI) once you check out. Don’t forget to review your policy documents for any specific conditions of exclusions.

You can cancel your window cleaning liability insurance at any time through your online dashboard.

With Insurance Canopy, your policy automatically renews at the end of the term to prevent coverage gaps. We will send you an email notification before then, so there won’t be any unexpected changes!

Filing a claim is easy. Here’s what to do:

  1. Log in to your user dashboard
  2. Go to “Manage Policies” and click “File a Claim”
  3. Fill in the required details and submit


Our team will reach out within 24–48 hours to confirm receipt of your claim. Have questions? Our U.S.-based support team is ready to help — reach out anytime.

Claims are only covered if your policy was active when the incident occurred. Canceling your insurance before filing — or before the coverage period ends — may leave you unprotected. Keeping continuous coverage ensures there are no gaps when you need it most.

Choosing the right insurance is critical.
You can’t afford gaps in your coverage that could put you out of business.
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Still have questions regarding our policies? Feel free to reach out to our licensed insurance agents. We are available Monday through Friday from 8am–8pm ET.

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Exclusions

  • Exterior work over three stories (We’re afraid of heights!)
  • Subcontractor Issues: Accounts with subcontractor exposure that do not have the following risk transfer controls in place (excluded through Contractors Limitation):
    • Contracts in place with hold harmless and indemnification language in favor of the insured
    • Insured obtains Certificates of Insurance verifying that the subcontractor has liability limits equal to or greater than the insured
    •  Insured has Additional Insured status on the subcontractor’s insurance policy
  • Tainted Drywall, Flooring and Similar Products
  • Condominium, Townhouse or Tract Home Construction Projects
  • Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems
  • Subsidence of Land
  • New York Construction or Contracting
  • Metal Gas, Fume and Metal By-Product
  • Unmanned Aircraft
  • Damage to Work Performed by Subs
  • Operations or work involving scaffolding
  • Insurance claim response, water removal/extraction, mold remediation, fire, smoke, flood, or other disaster services
  • Operations involving construction debris removal

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    Exclusions

    This policy is not designed to cover:

    • Industrial control engineers
    • Defense contractors
    • Medical software companies
    • Crypto exchanges
    • Gambling platforms
    • Physical security system installers
    •  Heavy equipment integrators

     

    Not available if you manage or control systems involving:

    • Pressure or ventilation systems
    • Fire suppression or explosives
    • Hazardous materials
    • Radiation or pharmaceuticals
    • Water supply or waste management
    • Energy, fuel, mining, construction
    • Environmental systems
    • Aircraft, drones, spacecraft
    • Watercraft, trains, automobiles, motorcycles
    • If you build firmware or embedded software controlling industrial physical equipment.
    • If you support:
    • Military operations
    • National defense
    • Homeland security
    • Law enforcement
    • Weapons
    • Anti-terrorism
    • Public safety
    • Surveillance
    • Crime detection
    • Emergency response
    • Physical security systems
    • If more than 25% of your revenue comes from:
      • Federal government work
      • Military or defense operations
    • If more than 50% of your revenue comes from:
    • Equipment installation
    • Maintenance
    • Physical service work



    Restricted if you work in:

    • Ride-sharing platforms
    • Equipment sharing platforms
    • For-rent-by-owner platforms
    • Help-for-hire platforms
    • Delivery services
    • Banking or financial services
    • Cryptocurrency / blockchain / NFTs
    • Geospatial mapping / aerial photography
    • GPS systems
    • Gambling or gaming
    • Dating or sexually suggestive content
    • Violence-related content
    • Alcohol, marijuana, CBD
    • Tobacco / nicotine / e-cigarettes
    • Flammable or electrical products
    • Food-related services

    Our licensed, U.S.-based agents are here for you from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern, Monday through Friday, so they can enjoy evenings and weekends with the people who matter most.