10/15/2026
A covered loss can put immediate pressure on a business. Understanding how your commercial property policy settles a claim can make a meaningful difference in your recovery.
Actual cash value (ACV) generally accounts for depreciation, while replacement cost value (RCV) is designed to help cover the cost to replace covered property without deducting depreciation, subject to your policy’s terms, limits, and conditions.
For farms, restaurants, convenience stores, landlords, and other local businesses, the right approach depends on what you own, what it would cost to rebuild or replace, and how quickly you need to resume operations.
At Arlan Knutson Insurance Agency, we help business owners throughout Southern California review their commercial insurance coverage and understand the options available to them. Reach out to our team if you would like to review whether your policy provides ACV or RCV coverage.