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Square One Insurance Services offers the only landlord insurance policy in North America that can be personalized to your individual needs. We provide a broad range of options that will meet virtually everyone’s unique circumstances. After writing 13,239 reviews and rating Square One 4.7 stars out of 5, it’s clear customers love the way we’re changing home insurance.
Unlike traditional landlord insurance providers, you’re not forced to buy protection you don’t need or want. If you are a home owner but do not have a detached garage, for example, you can choose not to add protection for detached structures to your policy.
Typically, it’s more challenging to insure rental properties than it is to insure primary residences. Not with Square One Insurance Services. We make it easy for you to properly insure your rental properties. In fact, your rental property insurance policy with Square One is one of the few to include comprehensive protection.
Wondering what people are saying about us? Here are some of the reviews that contribute to our average rating of 4.7 stars out of 5. Want to read more? Visit our reviews page.
Bought a boat on Sunday night and now you need to add watercraft coverage? Square One has instant policy changes. Based on the ease of service, there's simply no insurance provider I'd recommend over Square One.
I now insure both of my properties with Square One and all of my experiences with them have been great. Their online systems are super easy to use, but then when I have needed to call in with questions or to get help all of their employees are super friendly and very knowledgable and helpful. Definitely will be recommending to friends!
Many thanks to Marilen for helping my mom with home insurance. I really appreciate Marilen's patience and professionalism. In fact, I have no hesitation to send my friends and family to Square One Insurance since I’ve been a policyholder for seven years. I'm truly grateful that they’ve always been there for me—from expertly handling my claim at my Burnaby home to helping me insure a rental/vacation property in the Okanagan. I also love that I have online access to my policies at any time. So easy and convenient! Thank you, Square One!
I am so impressed with my insurance and with the people at Square One. Lily is the most thorough and nicest insurance person I have had the pleasure of dealing with. On top of the fabulous service, Square One saved me over $1200 per year compared to my previous insurance company, with whom I was an upstanding and long-time client. I never thought I would receive the value I received in combination with the great service! Thank you so much, Lily and Square One!
Everything one-click and go, super easy and convenient service! I don’t understand much about insurance, but Square One explains everything online in simple words and that make it easy to understand my policy! Excellent, highly recommended.
This is how an online form should work! Bravo to you folks at Square One! This is some top-shelf 21st century stuff right here. Every single business should take note on how you are making this work. In fact I suggest you sell your platform to other companies so regular working people can process the digital age of technology invading everyday life without getting angry and frustrated and quitting, or wishing we could speak to a real person. This was honestly so easy I want to do it again. Thank you.
Square One makes getting home insurance as easy as can be. The website is super-easy to use and pleasant. Most importantly, it guides you to make the coverage selections you want, with clear explanations, immediately showing you changes to the cost. Would definitely recommend!
We were looking to change insurance companies and decided to do a web search, and came across Square One. We were very reluctant at first because they only offer phone and online services. We spoke to a young lady who was very helpful but we still had issues and questions. A few days later we decided to call again with some of our concerns and spoke to their again amazing representative Adnan.... he went above and beyond to answer our questions and concerns, not to
Alan provided me with the best customer service I could have imagined. It was my first time purchasing home insurance and so I did not understand many terms or how the insurance process works. He went into detail with great examples to explained everything to me, without any judgement. We played phone tag a bit, but I appreciate Alan reaching out several times to ensure I got everything taken care of today.
To whom is reading this review, Square One Insurance is a very good insurance provider. They helped me and my family. I have low income, I am on disability, and their premium rates are fantastic. Their website is so user-friendly. I have not ended up calling directly to customer service, because I have not needed to. Everything is online that you need. I would highly recommend this insurance provider to anyone who is looking for a good rate. Thank you, Square One, for being there for people like myself.
Six reasons why you'll love Square One
Digital platform
With Square One, you can get a quote, buy a policy and even submit a claim – all online, from the comfort of your own home. Quotes and policies are managed through your online account, but if you need help, expert assistance from one of our licensed insurance agents is just a webchat or phone call away.
Superior protection
Our policies represent the highest level of protection currently available in Canada. We make it easy for you to protect your home against common perils (such as water damage and theft) and we even cover the costs of rebuilding your home to meet the latest bylaw or code changes.
Guaranteed building replacement coverage
Get the peace of mind you deserve. Simply insure your home to Square One’s suggested limit and, if you experience a loss, we’ll rebuild your home, even if the cost of doing so exceeds your limit of insurance.
Personalized coverage
All policies protect most common personal property items including laptops, smartphones and furniture. If you own specialty property (such as bicycles or fine arts) you can also add coverage to your policy. That way, you only pay to insure what you actually own.
Online claims portal
Making a claim with Square One is easy. In fact, most of the process can be done online. You’ll get your own dedicated adjuster to work with you from start to finish to make sure you’re back on your feet in no time. And, Square One pays out on 90% of all claims submitted in Canada.
Low-maintenance
We’re all about making things easy for you. You can choose to pay monthly or annually, and you can cancel your policy any time with no penalty (though we’re pretty sure you won’t want to). If you move, your policy moves with you. If you buy a home someday, switching to a homeowner’s policy is a breeze.
ready for an online quote? Policies start at $12/month if you rent your home and $40/month if you own your home. To see how much you can save with Square One, get a personalized online quote now.
Learn how you’re protected
with Square One
When you buy landlord insurance from us, the experience is straightforward from quote to claim. Learn more below about the coverages, deductibles, protection and claim service offered by Square One. You can also download sample policy wordings.
House coverages. Your house is probably the largest asset you own. So, properly protecting it is really important. Our system will help you determine the estimated rebuild cost for your house, which will form the basis of your building limit. You'll then have the option of insuring any detached structures on your property as well as landscaping, fences and gardening equipment.
Condo coverages. With Square One, you get the best condo insurance in Canada. You know that saying, “You get what you pay for?” It’s true. Our policy may cost a little more, but it’s there when you need it. Our condo owner’s protection coverage includes:
Blanket coverage for all condo damage: You select a single limit that covers damage to your unit and its improvements as well as insurance assessments from your condo corporation.
Expert review of your needs: Send us your condo corporation's commercial insurance policy and we’ll determine what you need to be properly protected.
Legal advice helpline: Have an issue with a building bylaw or a noisy neighbour? Our policy includes unlimited access to a legal advice helpline for any condo-related issue.
Other coverages. There are a few other coverages that are essential to any insurance policy, including liability protection.
Landlord's property: This optional coverage protects any property that you have provided in a rental unit/home for your tenants to use. Includes appliances, window coverings and furniture. It does not include any property owned by your tenants. Your tenants need to purchase their own insurance policy.
Legal protection: This optional coverage provides unlimited access to a telephone helpline through which you can receive legal advice relating to the residential tenancy of rental units in your home. In some cases, it also protects against legal costs to pursue or defend some of your rights as a landlord.
Policy deductibles. A policy deductible is the amount you must pay before your home insurance policy will respond. For example, if your $2,500 laptop is stolen and the claim is subject to a $1,000 deductible, you pay $1,000 and your policy will cover the remaining $1,500. The higher the deductible you select, the lower the premium you pay on your insurance.
Below are the various deductibles that may apply. It's important to note that only one deductible applies per claim even if payments are made under multiple policy coverages. The type of loss will determine the deductible that applies.
Earthquake: This deductible applies to each insured loss resulting from an earthquake. While earthquakes don't happen often, they cause significant damage when they do. As such, earthquake deductibles tend to be higher than those for other types of loss. Depending on where you live, you may be presented with a couple options.
Glass: This policy protects against damage to glass that forms part of your home, including windows and sliding doors, subject to the standard deductible. For a small additional charge, you can eliminate the deductible for glass damage.
Inland flood: This deductible applies to each insured loss resulting from an inland flood. If this deductible applies, you may be presented with a couple options. Please note that not all areas are eligible for inland flood protection.
Standard: This deductible applies to each insured loss not specifically mentioned earlier. For example, the earthquake deductible, not the standard deductible, applies to each insured loss resulting from an earthquake.
Comprehensive protection. At Square One, you get a comprehensive (all-risk) policy. That means you're protected against all types of loss, except for those listed in the exclusions. Commonly covered losses include break-ins, burst pipes, hailstorms, fires, and more. Commonly excluded losses include coastal floods, repeated leakage, and wear and tear.
For complete details on what is and isn’t covered, please refer to your policy wordings or download our sample wordings.
Download sample policy wordingsMaking a claim. You buy insurance for peace-of-mind, so if you do need to make a claim we believe it should be simple and stress-free. That's why all Square One customers are protected by our commitment to handling claims fairly:
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