As a part of the Armour Advantage program for commercial insurance clients, Armour does something we like to call a commercial client showcase. A client showcase promotes our clients and the excellent work that they do. This month’s client is Bioclean Disaster Services a certified disaster cleanup service with a green twist.
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Armour Alliances: Bioclean Disaster Services
By Jake McCoy on Mar 14, 2024 3:56:25 PM
Topics: property insurance disaster commercial insurance
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3 Reasons I wish I had Purchased Tenant Insurance
By Jake McCoy on Mar 4, 2024 1:45:00 PM
In the whirlwind of moving into a new rental property, it's easy to overlook the importance of tenant's insurance. After all, you've just signed a lease, paid a security deposit, and are busy planning the layout of your new home. But what if I told you that tenant’s insurance isn’t just another added expense, but an incredibly important part of moving out? Take it from someone who had to learn it the hard way, tenant insurance should be a top priority when you move out.
Topics: home insurance property insurance Tenants Insurance
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5 Common Causes of Spring Flooding and How to Avoid Them
By Jake McCoy on Mar 3, 2023 11:30:00 AM
As the weather warms up and snow starts to melt, spring can bring an increased risk of flooding in homes. Whether it's heavy rainfall or melting snow, excess water can seep into basements and crawlspaces, causing costly damage to homes and belongings. Fortunately, many causes of spring home flooding can be prevented with some simple steps. We'll explore some of the most common causes of spring home flooding and provide practical tips on how to prevent them. By taking these measures, you can help safeguard your property and prepare for the season ahead.
Topics: home insurance property insurance Basement Flooding flooding Homeowners Floods
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How Does Tenant Insurance Work?
By Gina Schopfer on Aug 13, 2021 2:38:44 PM
If you're a renter, chances are you've considered tenant insurance. Tenant insurance stands apart from other types of property insurance, like home insurance, as it's not intended to cover damage to the physical space itself. Tenant insurance mainly focuses on your personal items found in your rented space, like your clothes, electronics, and other valuables.
Topics: property insurance tenants Tenants Insurance Condo Insurance
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Economical's Building Inflation Factor is Increasing
By Gina Schopfer on Jul 8, 2021 2:46:19 PM
This July, Economical Insurance will be increasing the commercial building inflation factor for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME), Mid-Market, and Agribusiness customers.
Topics: property insurance Insurance Claims Commercial Insurance rates save money Economical Insurance
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Busting 5 Common Home Insurance Myths
By Economical Insurance on Mar 9, 2021 4:23:45 PM
When you're shopping for home insurance, you'll probably come across a lot of helpful (and, let's face it, not so helpful) information — but how much of it is actually true? Let's break down five of the most common myths about home insurance.
Topics: home insurance property insurance home featured
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Wawanesa Extends Mass Evacuation Coverage for Fort Mac Policy Holders
By Rob Stevenson on May 16, 2016 3:34:44 PM
Wawanesa, announced today that they will be extending the maximum time of Prohibited Access coverage for their Fort McMurray and area policyholders. This coverage, which normally only lasts for two weeks, will be extended to 30 days to help residents who will most certainly be out of their homes for longer than the original time frame. Please find the full release below.
Topics: home insurance Wawanesa Insurance property insurance Fort McMurray mass evacuation
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Fort McMurray Wild Fire Insurance Update
By Rob Stevenson on May 13, 2016 11:07:16 AM
Our thoughts are with the community of Fort McMurray as they continue to deal with aftermath of the devastating wildfires. We have reached out to our clients, if you have not heard from us please call or email us, we are here to support you. For our insurance customers who have damages to report or who have been evacuated from their homes and need support with out of pocket, shelter or meal expenses, please contact your insurer using the list below or contact us at 1-855-475-0959 or email us at main@armourinsurance.ca.
For more information about covering emergency expenses while being evacuated, please see our previous article with info on Mass Evacuation Coverage.
Topics: fire insurance home insurance property insurance house fire Fort McMurray
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Homeowners vs. Renters: The Differences Between These Insurance Policies
By Rob Stevenson on Jan 31, 2016 9:00:00 AM
Whether you own or rent your home, it is always a good idea to protect your belongings with a property insurance policy. While there are some big differences in a home owner's insurance policy and a renters or tenant insurance policy, they are both put in place with the same goal: to protect your property in the event of an accident or theft.
Topics: home insurance property insurance Tenants Insurance
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Wawanesa Insurance Announces Base Policy Limit Increases
By Rob Stevenson on Oct 2, 2013 3:29:00 PM
Amidst an economy of rate increases and deductable adjustments resulting from substantial losses to flooding in Alberta this year comes some good news. Wawanesa insurance announced today that they are increasing limits in two areas of their base property insurance policy.