Retail Insurance in South Carolina

Keep your inventory protected — at home and at your warehouse.

Choose your primary coverage to get started:

Business Owner’s Policy

General Liability

Product Liability

Umbrella Insurance

Cyber Insurance

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Retail insurance can help protect you from:

Theft

Your business is burglarized overnight and inventory was stolen. You need to replace it — fast.

Product liability

A customer claims a sweater you sold was treated with a chemical that caused an allergic reaction.

Advertising injury

A competitor sues you claiming that you copied the "look and feel" of their product listing.

Cyber

Criminals hack your store's site, and now your customers' payment information is compromised.

Retail store insurance in South Carolina tailored for your business

NEXT customizes insurance for small businesses, including retail store business. We help business owners get covered in about 10 minutes online. And you’ll have 24/7 access to services. Insurance packages can be customized to include:

General liability
Professional liability
Workers’ compensation
Commercial property

You can save up to 25% on retail store business insurance in South Carolina*

You can pay for your insurance monthly or annually and you can cancel instantly at any time.

Basic

Lowest Price

General Liability

Per occurrence

$500,000

Professional Liability (E&O)

Per occurrence

$250,000

Workers’ Comp

Per accident

$100,000

Commercial Property

Per occurrence

$25,000

Pro

General Liability

Our general liability coverage meets Amazon’s insurance requirements

General liability insurance provides financial protection if an accident happens at your retail store business, such as a customer injury or damages to someone’s property. It also provides coverage if you have to defend an accusation of libel or slander.

general liability can help you pay for:

Medical payments

Property damage

Legal fees and judgments

Professional Liability (E&O)

Coverage against business mistakes and claims of negligence

Professional liability insurance is designed to provide protection to your retail store business from unexpected expenses if you’re accused of a professional mistake, such as a customer saying you didn’t complete a job on time and wants you to pay for financial losses.

professional liability can help you pay for:

Professional negligence (actual or alleged)

Legal defense costs

Legal judgments

Workers' Compensation

For business owners who hire employees

Workers’ compensation insurance can help pay for medical care and lost wages after a workplace injury. It’s almost always required if your retail store business has employees. Choose business owner’s coverage with your policy to protect yourself.

workers compensation can help you pay for:

Medical expenses

Lost wages

Employer liability

Commercial Property

For business owners who own or rent physical spaces

Commercial property insurance is one of the most common types of small business insurance retail store owners buy because of the different types of coverage it offers. It helps with replacement or repair costs if property is stolen or damaged due to a covered event, such as a burst water pipe, fire or vandalism.

commercial property can help you pay for:

Damaged equipment and inventory

Lost income

Operating expenses

How much should a retail store in South Carolina expect to pay for insurance?

Your retail store insurance costs in South Carolina will be tailored to your business. Several factors will impact the price you pay, including:

Your claims history
How high you set your limits
Your work experience
How many people you employ

A retail store in South Carolina usually pays about $20 each month for a business insurance policy.^†

With coverage built for more than 1,300 small business professions, NEXT offers you the right small business insurance at the right price, no matter what you do.

What does a retail store need insurance for in South Carolina?

With business insurance from NEXT, you’ll have the protection you need to get your retail store business to the next level. Insurance can help you in many ways:

General liability coverage helps pay for damage to property that doesn’t belong to you.
Professional liability insurance helps you defend yourself if you’re accused of making a mistake that causes someone to lose money.
Workers’ compensation insurance can help cover medical bills and lost wages after a work-related injury. Workers’ comp coverage is usually required by law if you have employees.
Commercial auto coverage will help pay for collision and other driving-related damage.
Commercial property insurance can help with replacement or repair costs if your owned or leased property is damaged due to a covered event.

Frequently asked questions about retail store business insurance

Here are some of the most common questions we get about retail store business insurance. If you don’t find the answers you need here, our licensed, U.S.-based insurance advisors are standing by to help via online chat or phone.

Does NEXT Insurance offer retail store business insurance in South Carolina?

Yes, NEXT Insurance offers tailored retail store business insurance in South Carolina.

Does NEXT Insurance offer Commercial Auto coverage for retail store business in South Carolina?

Yes, NEXT Insurance offers General Liability, Professional Liability, Workers' Compensation, Commercial Property coverage for retail store business in South Carolina.

How does business insurance protect retail stores?

Our retail shop insurance packages are designed to protect your business from a variety of risks and help you save money to grow your business. You’ll be protected from financial losses related to:

Damage to someone’s property

The paint you sell on Amazon explodes in a customer’s bedroom, ruining the carpet and drapes. The general liability coverage in your insurance package would help pay for a replacement.

Accidents that hurt someone

A customer falls over backwards trying out a chair and breaks their arm. Your retail store general liability coverage would also come into play here by helping to pay for medical costs and legal fees.

Workplace injuries

One of your employees falls off a step stool while restocking the upper shelves and badly twists their ankle, leaving them unable to work for several weeks. Workers’ compensation coverage can help cover medical bills and lost wages. Workers’ comp is usually required by law if you have employees.

Injuries and damage involving your business vehicles

A hail storm leaves dents all over the roof of your work van. Commercial auto coverage will help pay for the repairs. This coverage is also usually required by law for business-owned vehicles.

Damage to your property and inventory

All the inventory you had ready to go was vandalized overnight. Commercial property insurance can help with replacement or repair costs.

How can I get a certificate of insurance (COI)?

Once you have a NEXT policy, you’ll have instant access to your certificate of insurance 24/7 via web or app. Log in to your account and download your COI instantly or have it delivered via email or text at no additional cost. Get unlimited certificates and add an additional insured as you need them. Make changes to your coverage and your COI updates automatically.

What do I need to get an insurance quote online?

It takes about 10 minutes to get a consultant business insurance quote online with NEXT. We’ll ask a few questions about your business — like what you do, your location, how many people you employ and the vehicles you use for work. You’ll choose your options and see prices. If you like what you see, you can buy online and get a certificate of insurance (proof of insurance) on the spot.

How do you file an insurance claim with NEXT?

If you’re a policyholder, simply log in to your account and file a claim. We will contact you shortly after you submit to go over the details. Our support team is standing by to help.

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More professions that are covered by NEXT

Amazon Seller, Arts and Crafts Store, Bike Shop, Bookstore, Candle Store, Candy Store, Clothing Store, Convenience Store, E-commerce, Electronics Store, Fabric Store, Florist, Furniture Store, Hardware Store, Hobby Shop, Jewelry Store, Laundromat, Luggage Store, Medical Supplies Store, Pawn Shop, Retail Store, Toy Store

* To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten, not all applicants may qualify. Individual rates and savings vary and are subject to change. Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only.