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Does my insurance cover repairs that are less than my deductible?

I hit a pole when backing out of a parking lot. The repairs are going to be $800, but my collision deductible is $1,000. Will my insurance still cover my repairs?

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Emily Maracle · Updated on
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“Your deductible is the amount you need to pay out of pocket before your insurance will kick in. If your repairs are less than your
collision insurance
 deductible, you’re responsible for paying them.
Since you were responsible for the damage, you wouldn’t have any other option for the damage to be covered under your insurance. To try and save as much money as possible, you should get a second opinion or quote from another repair shop. Like
car insurance
, it never hurts to get multiple quotes to ensure you’re getting the best price.
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