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Contractors Equipment Coverage from Van Wagoner Companies, Inc. Van Wagoner Companies, Inc. provides a focused Contractors Equipment program designed to help independent agents and brokers place inland marine coverage for contractors’ mobile equipment and tools. The program is built to support a wide range of contractor clients — from small residential trades to large commercial subcontractors — with flexible options for scheduled and unscheduled equipment, leased units, and higher-value mobile gear. Ideal Accounts and Appetite This program targets contractors who rely on owned or leased equipment as a core part of their operations. Typical classes we write include: Custom Home Builders Carpenters and Framers Concrete and Masonry Contractors Drywall and Insulation Installers Landscaping and Lawn Care Services Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors Swimming Pool Contractors Tile, Carpet, and Flooring Installers Metal Erection and Welding Wrecking and Demolition We also offer a dedicated Mining Equipment appetite, written through markets that will consider high-value mobile gear such as loaders, excavators, and drilling rigs. Coverage Highlights and Advantages The program provides inland marine protection tailored to contractor equipment exposures. Key advantages include: Coverage for scheduled and unscheduled equipment and tools Options to include leased or rented equipment where appropriate Protection for losses from theft, fire, vandalism and many named perils Capacity for both single-piece high-value equipment and multi-unit fleets Access to specialty markets for complex or high-limit mining risks Example scenarios: You might have a regional concrete contractor with several backhoes and a compact fleet that needs a single policy for mobile equipment exposure. Or a landscaper with trailers, mowers and a few high-value attachments requiring scheduled limits and theft protection. Both are within the program’s typical appetite, subject to underwriting review. Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premiums Van Wagoner Companies operates as a Managing General Agency with established carrier relationships, including Lloyds and Markel International, to deliver flexible underwriting solutions. Appetite and terms depend on class of business, equipment values, security measures, and loss history. Minimum premiums may vary by class and state; our underwriting team will work with you to find the best placement for each submission. Territories and Availability Contractors Equipment and related inland marine solutions are available through Van Wagoner Companies in the following states: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY. Mining Equipment coverage is available nationwide in all 50 states. Why Work With Van Wagoner Companies, Inc. As a specialized MGA, Van Wagoner Companies brings decades of experience placing niche commercial coverages for independent agents. Our team focuses on practical, market-ready solutions and responsive underwriting support. We pair local agent knowledge with access to stable specialty markets to help you secure timely, competitive terms for contractors’ equipment risks. If you have a contractor client with mobile equipment exposure — from a one-truck operator to a multi-equipment fleet or mining operation — our underwriting specialists can review submissions and identify the best market fit. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist. Frequently Asked Questions What types of accounts are a good fit for this Contractors Equipment program?This program is ideal for contractors with mobile equipment needs, including builders, landscapers, HVAC techs, framers, and miners. Is coverage available for rented or leased equipment?Yes. The program can include options for leased or rented equipment subject to underwriting review and documentation. Can I place business for a contractor located outside the listed states?Contractors Equipment availability varies by state as listed above. However, Mining Equipment coverage is offered nationwide in all 50 states. Which carriers back this program?We work with Lloyds and Markel International to provide flexible options and market stability. Do you work with new ventures?Yes. New ventures are considered on a case-by-case basis depending on the class of business, equipment values, and the submission details.

Van Wagoner Companies, Inc. is one of the longest-established surplus lines agencies in Texas and operates as a Managing General Agency (MGA). We give appointed agents and brokers access to competitive commercial insurance programs for hard-to-place and specialty risks, backed by carrier relationships that include Lloyd’s and Markel International. Broad appetite for commercial risks The Commercial Lines program is built to help you place a wide range of business accounts — from straightforward commercial property to more specialized or difficult-to-place exposures. Van Wagoner places accounts in both admitted and non-admitted markets when appropriate and works with appointed agents to find the best carrier fit. Target classes include: Apartment Houses – building, contents, inland marine, and liability Cargo – truck, air, or marine transit risks Commercial Packages – adaptable to most business classes Commercial Property – broad class acceptance Contractors Liability – multiple contractor classes Gas Stations and Convenience Stores General Liability – premises, products, and completed operations Greenhouses and Garden Centers Grocery Stores High-valued Automobiles – physical damage coverage Hotels and Motels Office Buildings Restaurants and Bars Shopping Centers and Malls Vacant Commercial Properties Coverage highlights and advantages Van Wagoner’s Commercial Lines program offers flexible coverages and structure to address the exposures your clients face. Key coverages include: Commercial Property — building, contents, and business interruption General Liability — premises, products and completed operations Inland Marine — contractor equipment, mobile property, and transit limits Physical Damage — coverage options for high-valued private automobiles The program is positioned to provide broad protection for hospitality, retail, construction, property owners, and other commercial operations where admitted or surplus capacity is required. Underwriting approach Van Wagoner underwrites through appointed agents, reviewing submissions to match accounts to the most appropriate carrier within their panel. While the appetite is broad, underwriters evaluate accounts based on class, location, exposures, loss history, and risk controls. The program accepts both admitted and non-admitted placements depending on the state and the risk. There is no published minimum premium, allowing flexibility across a range of account sizes. Available states This program is available to agents and brokers in the following states: Arizona (AZ) Arkansas (AR) California (CA) Connecticut (CT) Delaware (DE) Idaho (ID) Iowa (IA) Nevada (NV) New Mexico (NM) Oklahoma (OK) Pennsylvania (PA) Texas (TX) Utah (UT) Wyoming (WY) Why work with Van Wagoner Companies With decades of surplus-lines experience and deep underwriting relationships — including Lloyd’s and Markel International — Van Wagoner helps agents place complex and unusual commercial risks. The team emphasizes responsive service, practical underwriting guidance, and the ability to structure admitted or non-admitted options where appropriate. Example fits you may bring to this program: A mid-size apartment owner needing a combined property/liability package with inland marine for contents in a secondary market. A contractor with specialized equipment and a recent loss history who needs tailored inland marine and liability solutions through surplus markets. If you have a hard-to-place commercial account or need a surplus-lines solution, Van Wagoner can evaluate submissions and help secure the appropriate market placement. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist. Frequently Asked Questions What types of accounts are a good fit for this Commercial Lines program?Good fits include apartment buildings, contractors, retail stores, hotels, restaurants, and commercial property owners. The program is well-suited for harder-to-place risks such as vacant properties and high-valued vehicles. Is this program available in admitted or non-admitted markets?Van Wagoner places business in both admitted and non-admitted markets depending on the state and class of business. Your appointed underwriter will identify the best option for each account. What carrier markets support this program?This program is backed by long-standing carrier relationships, including Lloyd’s and Markel International. Are there minimum premium requirements?There is no published minimum premium. Van Wagoner considers a range of account sizes when evaluating submissions. In which states is the program offered?The program is available in AZ, AR, CA, CT, DE, ID, IA, NV, NM, OK, PA, TX, UT, and WY. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.

Comprehensive Personal Lines Solutions from Van Wagoner Companies, Inc. Van Wagoner Companies, Inc. gives brokers and independent agents access to a broad, flexible Personal Lines program built for residential and personal risks that often sit outside standard market appetite. As an experienced Managing General Agency with strong carrier relationships—including Lloyds and Markel International—we place admitted and surplus lines business for hard-to-place, non-standard, and unique exposures across multiple states. Ideal Accounts and Appetite This program is designed for agents who need reliable markets for a wide range of personal property and liability risks. Typical accounts we write include: Single-family homes, including high-value and historic dwellings Rental properties and portfolios of rental dwellings Seasonal, vacant, or unoccupied homes awaiting sale or renovation Condominiums and apartment units Foreign-owned or owner-located-outside-the-U.S. homes Properties in flood- or wildfire-prone areas Personal articles and collections (fur, jewelry, fine arts) Farm and ranch properties with both residential and agricultural exposures Example: You might have a client with multiple rental dwellings in different states or a vacation home in a wildfire zone—Van Wagoner Companies can help you find the right admitted or surplus solution to place the account. Coverage Highlights and Advantages Through both standard and specialty markets, this program offers a full spectrum of coverages tailored to complex personal risks: Homeowners & Dwelling Options Homeowners forms A, B, C, 1–6, 8 Dwelling Fire (TP 1, 2, 3) Condominium unit-owner and apartment coverages Rental and vacant dwelling programs Flood insurance placement Coverage for foreign-owned homes Personal articles coverage for valuables, collections, and scheduled items Farm & Ranch Property coverage for residences, barns, and equipment Animal mortality options Farm liability, including premises and operations Because we place both admitted and non-admitted business, Van Wagoner Companies can accommodate unique property characteristics, recent lapses, or other underwriting challenges that limit standard-market availability. Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premiums Underwriting and minimum premiums vary by carrier and state. Our underwriting team offers flexible guidelines and will work with you to identify the most appropriate admitted or surplus market for each account. Provide complete loss history and detailed property information for the quickest response. Territories and Availability This Personal Lines program is currently available in: Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Iowa, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming. We continue to expand capabilities—contact us to confirm current availability for a specific risk. Why Work With Van Wagoner Companies, Inc.? Van Wagoner Companies brings decades of MGA experience focused on personal property programs that fall outside traditional underwriting molds. Our carrier access (including Lloyds and Markel International), combined with hands-on underwriting and quick turnarounds, helps you place challenging risks and grow your book. We emphasize personalized service, pragmatic underwriting, and solutions-driven placement. Frequently Asked Questions What types of accounts are a good fit for this Personal Lines program?This program fits owner-occupied homes, rental properties, vacant dwellings, condominiums, foreign-owned homes, and farm or ranch properties with residential exposures. Can you write coverage for vacant or seasonal homes?Yes. We place both vacant and seasonal dwellings, including homes awaiting renovation or sale, using admitted or surplus markets as appropriate. Are high-value homes or collections eligible for coverage?Yes. We can insure high-value homes and provide personal articles scheduling for valuables such as fur, jewelry, and fine arts. Is this program available on an admitted or non-admitted basis?We access both admitted and non-admitted markets to give you the flexibility to place risks that standard carriers may decline. In which states is this Personal Lines program available?Coverage is currently available in AZ, AR, CA, CT, DE, ID, IA, NV, NM, OK, PA, TX, UT, and WY. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.

The Errors & Omissions Program includes coverages for: Insurance Agents Errors & Omissions Miscellaneous Errors & Omissions Overview — Van Wagoner Companies Errors & Omissions Program Van Wagoner Companies, Inc. offers an Errors & Omissions program placed through Lloyd's and underwritten for agents, brokers, and other professional services that need protection against mistakes, omissions, and professional liability exposures. This Managing General Agency program is positioned to help independent agencies and small to mid-sized professional firms secure tailored E&O protection across a variety of lines. Ideal Accounts and Appetite Independent and small to mid-sized insurance agencies producing personal and commercial lines. Producers and brokers offering specialty or niche products where advisory exposures exist. Miscellaneous professional service providers whose primary exposure stems from advice, placement, or administrative errors (subject to underwriting review). Van Wagoner’s program generally fits agencies and professionals with manageable loss history, sound procedures, and clear documentation practices. It is not typically intended for large national brokerages, firms with significant or unresolved regulatory actions, or accounts with frequent or recent professional liability claims unless specifically negotiated. Coverage Highlights and Advantages Flexible forms covering Insurance Agents E&O and Miscellaneous E&O exposures. Access to Lloyd’s capacity for competitive limits and specialized wording options. Underwriting tailored to agency operations—placement practices, carrier appointments, and client advisory exposure are evaluated to match coverage to the risk. Defence costs and claim handling aligned to market standards (specific terms and limits determined in underwriting). Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premiums Underwriting focuses on the agency’s product mix, premium volume, staff experience, claims history, and risk management practices. Common documentation requested includes carrier appointments, agency procedures, prior E&O applications, and loss runs. Because minimum premium structures vary by class and state, discuss specific minimums and program pricing with Van Wagoner underwriters during submission. Territories and Availability This program is available through Van Wagoner in the following states: AZ, AR, CT, LA, NV, NM, OK, TX, UT. The program is represented with Lloyd’s capacity and is positioned for placement in all available states listed above. Availability and admitted/non-admitted placement may vary by state and by specific account characteristics; confirm placement options with underwriting. Why Work With Van Wagoner Companies on E&O MGA expertise: Van Wagoner acts as an intermediary with focused underwriting for agency and professional liability risks. Market access: Lloyd’s placement offers capacity and flexibility for non-standard or specialty E&O exposures. Responsive underwriting: Designed to move quickly on submissions that meet appetite, with an emphasis on documentation and risk controls. Example Account Scenarios A three-producer independent agency that writes personal and commercial lines, seeks E&O limits to match their book of business and has a clean five-year loss history. A small consulting firm that provides risk management advice to local businesses and needs Miscellaneous E&O to respond to errors in professional services and documentation. Submission Tips Provide current loss runs and any prior E&O applications. Detail agency procedures for placing business, documenting client advice, and managing endorsements. Include a summary of producer appointments and top carriers for the agency’s book. Frequently Asked Questions What types of accounts are a good fit for this E&O program?Small to mid-sized independent insurance agencies and professional service firms that provide advisory or placement services and have reasonable loss histories and documented procedures are the primary targets for this program. Which states is the program available in?The program is available in AZ, AR, CT, LA, NV, NM, OK, TX, and UT. State-specific availability and placement (admitted vs. non-admitted) should be confirmed with underwriting. What documentation does underwriting typically require?Underwriters commonly request current loss runs, prior E&O applications, a description of agency procedures and controls, producer appointments, and a summary of the agency’s product mix and top carriers. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.