Landscaper Equipment Insurance

Protect Your Business Tools & Equipment

Comprehensive insurance coverage for landscaping contractors, gardeners, and grounds maintenance professionals. Protect your mowers, chainsaws, excavators and valuable equipment.

Landscaper Equipment Insurance - Protect Your Business Tools & Equipment

Landscaper Equipment Insurance in New Zealand

As a professional landscaper in New Zealand, your equipment is the foundation of your business. From commercial mowers to excavators, the average landscaping business has $30,000-$60,000 invested in tools and machinery that need protection from theft, damage, and breakdown.

The landscaping industry in New Zealand generates over $1.2 billion annually, employing thousands of contractors and professionals. With equipment theft affecting 40% of landscaping businesses, comprehensive insurance coverage is essential for protecting your investment and ensuring business continuity.

High-Value Equipment at Risk

  • Commercial ride-on mowers worth $15,000-$30,000
  • Excavators and bobcats up to $80,000
  • Professional chainsaws and power tools
  • Trailers and transportation equipment
  • Irrigation and water management systems

What's Covered for Landscapers

Comprehensive Protection for Your Equipment

Mowing Equipment

Cover ride-on mowers, commercial mowers, and grass cutting equipment

Power Tools

Protection for chainsaws, hedge trimmers, blowers and cutting tools

Heavy Machinery

Excavators, bobcats, and earth-moving equipment fully covered

Hand Tools

Coverage for spades, pruning tools, and specialized gardening equipment

Mobile Coverage

Tools and equipment covered in your trailer or truck while traveling

Seasonal Protection

Year-round coverage for seasonal equipment and storage periods

Essential Landscaping Equipment Coverage

Cutting & Trimming Equipment

  • Commercial ride-on mowers
  • Walk-behind & zero-turn mowers
  • Chainsaws & pole saws
  • Hedge trimmers & pruners
  • Brush cutters & whipper snippers
  • Edgers & lawn care tools

Heavy Machinery

  • Mini excavators & diggers
  • Skid steers & bobcats
  • Dump trucks & tippers
  • Wood chippers & mulchers
  • Stump grinders
  • Trenching equipment

Hand Tools & Equipment

  • Spades, forks & digging tools
  • Pruning shears & loppers
  • Measuring & surveying tools
  • Wheelbarrows & carts
  • Rakes & cleaning equipment
  • Specialized gardening tools

Support Equipment

  • Irrigation pumps & systems
  • Generators & power equipment
  • Trailers & transport systems
  • Blowers & cleaning equipment
  • Compaction & paving tools
  • Safety & protective equipment

Landscaper Insurance Plans

Choose the right coverage for your landscaping business

Essential

$40 /per month
Coverage up to
$15,000
Excess: $500
  • Hand tools & basic equipment
  • Small mowers & trimmers
  • Chainsaws & blowers
  • Theft & accidental damage
  • New Zealand coverage
  • 24/7 claims support
Get Essential Cover
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Professional

$75 /per month
Coverage up to
$40,000
Excess: $250
  • All Essential features
  • Commercial mowers
  • Professional equipment
  • Trailer & vehicle coverage
  • Site-to-site protection
  • Public liability add-on
  • Temporary replacement tools
Get Professional Cover

Commercial

$120 /per month
Coverage up to
$80,000
Excess: $100
  • All Professional features
  • Heavy machinery cover
  • Multiple vehicle coverage
  • Employee equipment cover
  • Business interruption
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Priority claims processing
  • Equipment hire costs
Get Commercial Cover

All plans include:

New Zealand coverage
24/7 claims support
No lock-in contracts

Landscaping Industry Statistics

$42,000
Average equipment investment per landscaping business
40%
Of landscapers experience equipment theft within 3 years
$1.2B
Annual revenue of NZ landscaping industry

Common Landscaper Equipment Claims

Most Frequent Claims:

  • Trailer theft with equipment (35%)
  • Mower and machinery theft (28%)
  • Chainsaw and power tool theft (20%)
  • Vandalism and malicious damage (12%)
  • Accidental equipment damage (5%)

Average Claim Values:

  • Complete trailer clean-out: $22,000
  • Ride-on mower theft: $18,000
  • Excavator damage/theft: $45,000
  • Chainsaw set replacement: $4,500
  • Hand tool collection: $2,200

Landscaper Insurance FAQ

Common questions about landscaping equipment insurance in New Zealand

What landscaping equipment is covered?

Our landscaper insurance covers mowers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers, blowers, excavators, trailers, hand tools, irrigation equipment, and all professional landscaping equipment. Coverage includes both owned and hired equipment.

Are ride-on mowers covered?

Yes, commercial ride-on mowers, zero-turn mowers, and large grass cutting equipment are fully covered for theft, accidental damage, and malicious damage up to policy limits.

Does insurance cover heavy machinery?

Professional and Commercial tiers include coverage for excavators, bobcats, skid steers, and earth-moving equipment. This includes both owned and hired machinery.

Are tools covered in my landscaping trailer?

Yes, tools and equipment are covered in your trailer, truck, or van while traveling between jobs. Coverage applies 24/7 across New Zealand.

What about irrigation equipment?

Irrigation systems, pumps, hoses, and watering equipment are covered when they're part of your business operations. Fixed installations may require separate coverage.

Do I need receipts for my equipment?

Original receipts help expedite claims processing. However, we can accept other proof of ownership like photos, insurance valuations, or supplier invoices for equipment purchases.

Are chainsaws covered for commercial use?

Yes, professional chainsaws, pole saws, and cutting equipment are covered for commercial landscaping use, including arborist and tree removal work.

Can I add public liability coverage?

Yes, public liability insurance is available as an add-on and is recommended for landscapers working on client property. This protects against accidental damage to property or injury claims.

Why Landscapers Choose Our Insurance

Industry Knowledge

We understand the landscaping industry and the seasonal nature of your work. Our policies are designed to protect your equipment year-round, whether it's peak growing season or winter storage.

Equipment Specialists

From commercial mowers to heavy excavators, we understand the value and importance of your equipment. Our coverage reflects the true replacement costs of professional landscaping machinery.

Mobile Business Support

Landscaping is a mobile business - your equipment needs to be covered wherever you work. Our policies protect your tools and machinery across all New Zealand worksites.

Seasonal Flexibility

We understand that landscaping has busy and quiet periods. Our insurance adapts to your business cycle, with options for seasonal adjustments and storage coverage.

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