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What is a Rooming or Boarding House?

A rooming house is a type of accommodation where multiple people rent individual rooms within the same house or building. It's like a combination of a hotel and a shared apartment. Each person typically has their own bedroom but shares common areas like the kitchen, bathrooms, and living room with other tenants. It's often used by people who want affordable housing with some level of independence but are okay with sharing facilities with others.

A boarding house is a place where people pay to live and usually get a private room along with shared facilities like bathrooms and kitchens. It's like a mix between renting an apartment and staying in a hotel. People often stay in boarding houses for longer periods of time, and it's common for the landlord or owner to provide meals or other services for an extra fee. It's a bit like living in a home away from home, with a bit of community feeling among the residents.

What does Rooming or Boarding House Insurance cover?

Our Rooming or Boarding House Insurance Package Policies include all-risk coverage for the following:

  • Primary Building
  • Detached Buildings
  • Personal or Landlord’s Contents
  • Additional Living Expenses or Rental Income
  • Personal or Premise Liability

Optional coverages available include:

  • Broad Water Damage
  • Earthquake (available for properties that qualify)

Why should I get my Rooming or Boarding property insurance from AC&D?

AC&D understands the risks associated with a Rooming or Boarding house property and we have developed products specifically designed to cover these properties that provides most of the valuable coverages found on a standard rental property insurance policy. Contact Us today to arrange a no-obligation review of your property insurance needs from one of our expert brokers or Request a Quote.


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