I knew they had changed hands, but how long ago was it? I had the impression that Berkshire had acquired them a while ago, and from what I know the service is still good on claims. Anyone have comments?Quote:
Originally Posted by GCSI
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I knew they had changed hands, but how long ago was it? I had the impression that Berkshire had acquired them a while ago, and from what I know the service is still good on claims. Anyone have comments?Quote:
Originally Posted by GCSI
Seaworthy marine ins is a Berkshire Hathaway co. They used BOATUS claims service for thier customers. I believe that's where the connection started. Big question is did BH buy BOATUS because they liked what they saw or did they buy it thinking they could scale back the service and increase profits?
I guess I'm hedged since I have a pile of BRK-BQuote:
Originally Posted by GCSI
Recently noticed that my Boat US policy on the Hatt is underwritten by Geico. Not renewing it.Quote:
Originally Posted by jim rosenthal
My Seaworthy policy became Geico. Seaworthy was a BH company and I was told that there are no changes other than the name. Geico doesn't give me a good feeling for yacht coverage. I've never had thier auto policy but those I know who've had claims with Geico didn't have a good experience.Quote:
Originally Posted by rtrafford
Similar perspective. My agent is shifting me to a Lloyds product. Less money and much stronger policy.Quote:
Originally Posted by saltshaker
Jeffrey M. Spector l Marine Insurance Advisor
Brown & Brown Marine l A Division of Brown & Brown of Florida, Inc.
1201 W. Cypress Creek Road, Suite 130 Fort Lauderdale FL 33309
Direct: 954-331-1359
Watch out with a lloyds policy. Usually some big gaps in coverage. Huge named storm discounts are common.Quote:
Originally Posted by rtrafford
I was with BoatUS when we lost the 63' Viking during Hurricane Ike in 2008; I had insured it at the top of the market, and they paid the claim without a bit of hassle. It pays to shop around and you have to periodically change to keep a competitive premium. I have been with Beacon-Marine Underwriters, and they were nice to work with at a policy level but had no claims. I am currently with Pantaenius due to a favorable deductible policy on named windstorms. I switched to John Robertson out of Houston after I saw how active he was with his clients after Ike. I also like John because he is always available on his cell phone for questions and advice. His number is 713-703-9999, and he does service several of our member's boats in FL despite being based in TX.
Asa Lockhart
67' CMY