Damage by car wash: am I insured?

Wash the car yourself by hand, or have it washed at the car wash? Which would you rather choose? Because of the convenience and speed with which you can get the job done at the car wash, many people choose the latter option. But is it really smart to have your car washed at the car wash?

Risk of damage

Although techniques in the car wash have greatly improved compared to several years ago, the risk of damage is still present. You won't be the first to miss a mirror or antenna when exiting the carwash. However, if you drive your car into the car wash damage-free, you naturally expect it to come out damage-free. But what if this is not the case? Can you then hold the car wash company liable or will it be covered by your car insurance?

Own fault

To make the process of washing your car quick and easy, follow the instructions given when you drive into the car wash. Are you not doing this and your car suffers damage in the car wash? Or are you informed in advance that your car is not suitable for the car wash? Then you yourself are liable for the damage. At that moment, you are only insured if you have a car insurance with WA+Casco (All-risk) coverage.