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Barber Shops
NAICS 812111 · United States · 2022 edition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments known as barber shops or men's hair stylist shops primarily engaged in cutting, trimming, and styling men's and boys' hair; and/or shaving and trimming men's beards.
Start with the work promised to the client.
For Barber Shops, clarify the services, contracts and consequences of an error. Review professional liability (barbers' malpractice), premises liability, products liability. Confirm which professional activities and additional services the proposed coverage actually addresses.
Questions to ask
- How many barbers work in the shop, and are they employees or booth renters — or a mix of both?
- What services are offered beyond basic cuts and shaves — any chemical treatments, color, tattooing, or piercing?
- Does the shop sell retail grooming products, and if so, what is the approximate annual sales volume?
- Does the owner have prior professional liability or general liability claims, and if so, what were the circumstances?
- Are barbers using their own tools, the shop's tools, or both — and do those tools have significant value?
- Is the premises owned or leased, and if leased, what does the lease require in terms of liability limits?
- Are all barbers currently licensed with the state board?
- How is cash handled in the shop — register, POS system, daily deposits?
Activities described by this code
Other activities to examine
- Offering training in barbering: 611511 — Cosmetology and Barber Schools;
- Providing hair care services (except establishments known as barber shops or men's hair stylist shops): 812112 — Beauty Salons
Census classification reference
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Barber shops provide hair cutting, trimming, styling, and shaving services primarily for men and boys. Day-to-day operations involve customer seating in barber chairs, use of sharp instruments and electric clippers, and application of grooming products. Many shops operate on a walk-in or appointment basis, with one to several licensed barbers working either as employees or booth renters.
Questions to investigate
- How many barbers work in the shop, and are they employees or booth renters — or a mix of both?
- What services are offered beyond basic cuts and shaves — any chemical treatments, color, tattooing, or piercing?
- Does the shop sell retail grooming products, and if so, what is the approximate annual sales volume?
- Does the owner have prior professional liability or general liability claims, and if so, what were the circumstances?
This insurance research was generated in April 2026. It has not received a complete human review. The October 12, 2026 audit checked codes and titles only, not descriptions or coverage assertions.