Auto Insurance Vandalism Coverage

If your car has been vandalized, you probably have a lot of questions. Who's responsible? Why did it happen? Does your auto insurance cover vandalism? Auto insurance vandalism coverage is part of comprehensive insurance coverage, but even if you have the coverage your car insurance vandalism deductible could be higher than the cost of repairs. If your vandalism claim is denied, you could be stuck with the cost of repairs regardless. Even with comprehensive coverage, vandalism does raise your insurance rates like any other claim. Read on to learn what steps to take to make a claim and what to consider before you make an auto insurance claim for vandalism to your vehicle.

UPDATED: Apr 4, 2023Fact Checked

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Chris Tepedino

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Chris Tepedino is a feature writer that has written extensively about auto insurance for numerous websites. He has a college degree in communication from the University of Tennessee and has experience reporting, researching investigative pieces, and crafting detailed, data-driven features. His works have been featured on CB Blog Nation, Flow Words, Healing Law, WIBW Kansas, and Cinncinati.com. ...

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Travis Thompson has been a licensed insurance agent for nearly five years. After obtaining his life and health insurance licenses, he began working for Symmetry Financial Group as a State Licensed Field Underwriter. In this position, he learned the coverage options and limits surrounding mortgage protection. He advised clients on the coverage needed to protect them in the event of a death, critica...

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