07/02/2025
Protect What Keeps You Going! 🌲🪵
Heavy equipment is the backbone of your trade—but it also comes with heavy financial risks. Whether you're leasing feller bunchers or using your line of credit to buy skidders, a solid heavy equipment insurance policy can save you big in downtime and out-of-pocket costs. Here's how it helps:
1️⃣ Equipment Malfunctions
A malfunction could derail your entire project—but insurance can step in. It may cover repair costs and help you get back to work as soon as possible.
2️⃣ When your sawmill gets stolen
According to NCIC data published by NICB/NER, only about 21–23 % of stolen heavy equipment is ever recovered. That means a one-in-five chance of getting it back—so without coverage, you could be left paying anywhere from a few thousand to over $100,000 out of pocket.
3️⃣ Backhoe Collisions
Accidents happen—especially in tight logging environments. Even minor collisions can put your equipment out of service. Insurance helps soften the blow of repair bills and downtime.
4️⃣ When Mother Nature strikes
A falling tree can easily take out a feller buncher. Insurance may help cover replacements or repairs, so you’re not sidelined by no-fault disasters.
💡 Lift your financial burden with heavy equipment insurance
Don't let equipment risks hold back your logging business. For tailored coverage and peace of mind, reach out to your agent today or email Longleaf at [email protected].
