"We had Hortica, but the problem was that they would not cover the farmhouse on the property (owners live on greenhouse property). We switched to ANPAC. They cover more than you can think of (including vehicles, personnel, house, crop,…"
Online community for ornamental horticulture
Shawn Ransford's Discussions
Greenhouse insurance?
6 Replies
I am in the process of cranking up a hydroponic tomato business and building a large (15k sqft) greenhouse. I am hunting around to find insurance for the structure, but am not having much luck.…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Keith Bemerer May 6, 2012.
Gifts Received
Shawn Ransford has not received any gifts yet
Shawn Ransford's Page
Latest Activity
Lloyd Traven replied to Shawn Ransford's discussion Greenhouse insurance?"We have been insured by Hortica for 30 years. They are SUPERB---one of the most amazing companies ever, and certainly the only insurance company that I would unreservedly endorse. They have been INSTANTLY and IMMEDIATELY available and instantly…"
robert schuler replied to Shawn Ransford's discussion Greenhouse insurance?"My insurance provider of 25 years just changed hands and the new owners dropped all agricultural related risk. Farm Bureau offered me a good policy covering my farm, workers and retail market... Bob."
Shawn Ransford replied to Shawn Ransford's discussion Greenhouse insurance?"We are in Charleston, SC. I am guessing that may be a bit to remote for Novotny. Given the investment, I can't imagine not having it insured. If a hurricane came through, that could potentially wipe us out! Thanks…"
"where exactly are you located, we are in northern indiana and use novotny insurance, the main company that carries us is hastings mutual out of michigan, we had a large hail storm last year appx mid may, hail ranging from a bit of golf ball, quite a…"
Shawn Ransford posted a discussionGreenhouse insurance?
I am in the process of cranking up a hydroponic tomato business and building a large (15k sqft) greenhouse. I am hunting around to find insurance for the structure, but am not having much luck. Hortica appears to offer what I need, but they require 2 years of business? Anyone else out there offer structure insurance without strict eligibility? I just want to be sure I am covered if a crazy storm destroyed the greenhouse. It is being built to high standards (130mph winds) and I live in a…See More
Shawn Ransford replied to Annie M. Hall's discussion Shade Cloth Source"I just ordered mine from FarmTek and will be installing this weekend. Excellent turnaround and best customer service in the industry. They will also match any better price you can find (I used greenhousemegastore...their wait was 4…"
Profile Information
- Organization
- Backyard Gardening, LLC
Comment Wall
- No comments yet!
© 2013 Created by Sara Tambascio.
