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Stolen? Not on Our Watch - Burglary & Theft Cover for Business

Financial protection for shops, warehouses, offices and commercial premises against burglary, housebreaking, robbery and related damage. Quick claims and support for Indian businesses.

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Burglary & Theft Insurance

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    What is Burglary & Theft Insurance

    When Someone Breaks In, We Break Out the Cover

    Burglary & Theft Insurance pays for loss or damage to insured property resulting from forcible and violent entry (burglary), robbery, or attempted theft. It also typically covers damage to the premises caused during the crime (broken locks, forced doors). Policies vary – some cover mysterious disappearance only if specific conditions are met. Prompt police FIR and documentation are essential for a smooth claim.

    Why Is This Policy Vital?

    Because stock & trust vanish faster than cash
    • A single smash-and-grab can wipe out a week or month of sales for small shops – burglary cover recovers stock value quickly.

    • Warehouses with bulk inventory are high-risk zones – policy options provide first-loss or scheduled basis cover to manage exposure.

    • For retail chains and jewellers, timely claims protect customer trust and keep shelves stocked.

    Who Needs Burglary & Theft Insurance?

     

    Retail Stores & Malls

    Stock and POS protection.

    Warehouses & ICDs

    Bulk inventory and storage risks.

    Offices & Commercial Premises

    Equipment, servers and files.

    Jewellery & High-Value Retail

    Scheduled/high-value item protection (consider jewellers block for higher needs).

    Small Traders / Home-Based Sellers

    Flexible options for home-office inventories.

    Types / Add-ons Commonly Offered

     

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    Burglary (Forcible entry) - main section for violent entry losses.

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    Theft & Robbery - cover for snatching and armed acts.

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    First-Loss Basis - cover a % of total stock for rotating inventories.

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    Money-in-Safe & Transit - protect daily takings (cash-in-safe) and movement.

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    Mysterious Disappearance - limited option with strict evidence conditions.

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    Damage to Premises - forced entry repair (locks/doors/windows).

    What Burglary & Theft Policy Pays For

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    Forceful Entry Losses

    Stolen goods due to burglary.

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    Robbery & Hold-Up

    Theft involving force or threat.

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    Damage to Premises

    Repairs after break-in.

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    Contents & Inventory

    Stock and fittings stolen/damaged.

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    Cash-in-Safe & Transit

    Insured cash at premises or on transit.

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    Employee Theft (if included)

    Internal loss via staff dishonesty.

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    First-Loss Stock Cover

    Rotating inventory protection.

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    Exhibition / Temporary Storage

    Short-term exposure cover.

    Inclusions & Exclusions

    Inclusions

    Burglary & Housebreaking

    Loss due to forcible/violent entry.

    Robbery & Snatching

    Theft by force or threat.

    Breakage & Damage

    Repair costs for forced entry damage.

    First-Loss Stock (if selected)

    Percentage-based cover for inventory.

    Money-in-Safe & Transit

    Daily takings and transit (if opted).

    Exclusions

    Voluntary Parting / Fraudulent Parting

    Losses due to deceit without forcible entry are often excluded.

    Unattended / Unsecured Property

    Premises left unlocked for prolonged periods may void claim.

    Wear & Tear / Gradual Deterioration

    Not covered.

    War, Terror & Nuclear Events

    Standard political exclusions.

    Non-notification or delay in filing FIR

    Claims rejected if FIR not filed/time limits missed.

    Insurance Partners

    We partner with leading Indian insurers for burglary & theft cover.

    FAQ's

    What’s the difference between theft and burglary?

    Burglary generally involves forcible/violent entry; theft can include stealthy removal without evidence of forced entry. Policies treat them differently - check wording.

    Do I need to file an FIR?

    Yes - timely police FIR is essential for burglary/theft claims in India and insurers typically require it as part of the claim process.

    Can I insure rotating stock?

    Yes- first-loss stock cover is available where a percentage of total stock is insured to reflect rotating inventories. Premiums depend on turnover and selected percentage.

    Is mysterious disappearance covered?

    Sometimes, as an optional extension with strict conditions and higher premium; many policies exclude it by default.

    What documents do insurers ask for?

    FIR, inventory/valuation list, invoices/receipts, CCTV footage (if any), and surveyor’s report. Quick documentation speeds settlement.

    Will a home burglary policy cover a shop run from home?

    Not always. Home policies have limits for business stock - a commercial burglary policy or add-on is recommended for significant business inventory.

    Customers Says..​

    “We had a night raid at our warehouse - CoverBizz walked us through the FIR, the survey and the settlement. It cut our replacement time in half.”
    Mr. Ravi Menon
    Mr. Ravi Menon Warehouse Manager
    “Our retail store lost stock to a shop-break. The team helped with the evidence, claim and vendor replacement - zero drama, all practical.”
    Ms. Sangeeta Kumar
    Ms. Sangeeta Kumar Owner

    “Don’t let one break-in break your business.
    Lock the gaps with Burglary & Theft Insurance that understands your inventory and your cash flows.”

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