Posted by brian robertson on September 28, 2003 at 15:28:35:
In Reply to: Re: Expanding my business to allow the posted by Jaye Perry on September 28, 2003 at 12:00:15:
I also allow haul ins. They key word is allow. As you know, there are some people that you don't like to spend any more time with than you absolutely have to. Their horses are pleasant to work on but the owners make ya nuts. If you allow these folks to come to your place, you will be hard pressed to get rid on them when the work is done. They tend to want to hang out with you.
There is also two very important considerations INSURANCE and ZONING. Call your agent immediately and give them the news of what you are going to be doing; sit down and break out the smelling salts. Big difference between homeowners insurance and commercial/agricultural policies.If anything bad happens to your client and/or the horse or truck/trailer and you didn't inform your insurance carrier; not only are you not covered for liability but your insurance carrier is entitled to sue you also and you won't have a leg to stand on in court.
Then check with your township about your zoning laws. If you have a neighbor or former client that doesn't like you and they get wind of what you're doing and you're violating a zoning law;you're in a world of hurt.
I made sure I had all my ducks in a row before the first trailer rollrd on my farm. I've worked too hard for my toys and I don't want anybody taking them from me.