Janitorial Service Bond

Insurance that builds trust…

Janitorial Service Bonds lets your customers know that you’re taking care of them by protecting them and you in the event one of your employees is convicted of stealing from them.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who should have a Janitorial Service Bond?

Any business or sole proprietor that preforms cleaning services. Examples could be building maintenance companies, commercial janitors, housekeepers, residential cleaning companies, floor waxing or polishing companies, rug or carpet cleaners, tile or grout cleaners, etc. If you perform cleaning or maintenance services for other people a Janitorial Service Bond is for you.

What limits are available for a Janitorial Service Bond?

This easy online bond service allows you to purchase limits from $5,000 to $100,000 instantly.

Does it matter how many employees I have?

Yes. Janitorial Service Bonds premium is based on the number of employees the business has. With this easy online bond service you’ll only have to let us know if you have have or less employees or six or more employees.

How are renewals handled?

Janitorial Service Bonds are continuous bonds. This simply means that as long as you pay the renewal premium the bond is active. The only other time a document will be issued by the carrier would be if the bond was cancelled.

The renewal process is even simpler than purchasing the policy. You can choose the auto pay option which means that your payment method will be billed automatically or you can just simply pay the renewal invoice online when you receive the renewal email.

How long can a bond be purchased for?

Janitorial Service Bonds can be purchased for one, two or three year terms. Basically you can choose how often you want to renew and if it’s easier for you, just purchase the three year term and you wouldn’t have to worry about the renewal for three years.

Can a Janitorial Service Bond be cancelled?

Yes. Bonds can be cancelled if you are closing the business or decide that you no longer want the coverage. If you would like to cancel a bond purchased through our office please reach out to us at (305)470-8500 or email us at info@dopazo.com so that we can discuss the signatures needed to request cancellation. Don’t worry this process is all done electronically so it will be quick and simple just like purchasing the bond.

What if I need limits higher than $100,000?

Of course we can help with that. Bonds are not typically written for limits higher than $100,000 but there is an insurance policy called Crime Coverage which can include employee theft coverage for higher limits. Because of the Crime policies are more complex, we do not currently offer an online quote for the coverage but you can complete our simple online form so that we can contact you and discuss what is needed to provide a Crime Insurance Quote. Click here to submit your information.

How do I file a claim for an employee theft on a Janitorial Service Bond?

If you purchased a bond from our office simply contact us at (305)470-8500 or email us at info@dopazo.com, so that we can reach out to you and assist you in filing your claim with the carrier.

Does the employee have to be convicted in order for a Janitorial Service Bond to reimburse my customer?

Yes. In order to protect you from false accusations, Janitorial Service Bonds do to pay claims unless the employee was convicted of the theft by a court of proper jurisdiction.

What other kinds of coverage should my cleaning business have?

Doesn’t matter what kind of cleaning business you have, commercial or residential, one employee or many employees, there are some basic coverages that your business should have.

• General Liability
• Workers Compensation
• Business Auto or Commercial Auto Liability
• Business Property Insurance
• Contractors Equipment Coverage (for tools and mobile equipment)

In addition to the basics, as your business grows or if your customers have more complex insurance requirements you should also consider.

• Umbrella or Excess Liability
• Employment Practices Liability
• Pollution Liability