Tree, Landscape Contractors

May 9, 2005

Nuts & Bolts:
Summit Insurance Services Inc. launched a new insurance program called ArborMAX designed specifically to protect tree and landscape contractors. ArborMAX offers general liability, property, inland marine, automobile and umbrella coverage, along with value added services. It also provides a wide range of coverages tailored to meet the specific needs of the tree and landscape industries, such as pesticide and herbicide applicator coverage, workmanship error (including consulting) coverage, tools and equipment coverage, per project and per location coverage and coverage for additional insureds. Ward North America will administer claim service.

Dollars:
The minimum premium is $5,000, with many payment options available.

Carrier:
Alea North America Ins. Co. rated “A-” by A. M. Best and S&P.

States Available:
California, Connecticut, Florida, Michigan, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania.

Contact:
Mike Rook, (800) 409-0226 or mrook@summitins.net.