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Exclusive Artisan Contractor Program  
date added: 3/8/2010

We're please to announce that Trans Cal has a new artisan contractor program available. This program is written on A VIII, Non-Admitted paper and is available immediately. Contact your underwriter today for more details.



New BOP Product  
date added: 9/9/2009

We've added a new BOP program written on A XI paper (non-admitted). Acord applications are accepted or print out carrier app from our website by clicking here.




Tower Select Artisan Program Expansion  
date added: 8/4/2009

Effective immediately, the Tower Select Artisan Contractor program has expanded with new classes added along with changes in experience mods. New classes include: Remodelers - (Structural Work OK!) Communications Equip Installers Janitorial - Commercial Offices Siding/Gutter Install Refrigeration Equipment Install For a quick rate, visit the artisan contractor quick rater on our Self Raters tab!



Have You Heard of the Summer Surge?  
date added: 7/1/2009

Our hot new promotional program is here. We call it the Summer Surge, but you'll probably call it "AMAZING". For more information, visit www.transcal.com/surge.pdf




Stay in touch with the latest at Trans Cal  
date added: 6/3/2009

You can easily stay in touch with the latest product offerings and news at Trans Cal in two new ways:

#1) Trans Cal is now on Twitter.com. On our website, just access the "Broker Area" menu and click on "Follow Trans Cal on Twitter". You'll receive breaking news from Trans Cal as it happens.

#2)You can also sign-up for Trans Cal's bi-monthly newsletter by accessing the "Broker Area" menu and clicking on "Sign-Up for E-Newsletter". Our newsletter contains current news at Trans Cal that you won't want to miss.



Tower Select Artisan Contractor Program Change  
date added: 5/22/2009

Our brokers have asked and Trans Cal has delivered ! Effective immediately, form CG9 2126 Exclusion-Claimant's Attorney Fees is NO LONGER a mandatory form. Contact your Trans Cal underwriter with any questions you may have.



E-Newsletter Launching Soon  
date added: 4/9/2009

Stay in-touch with the latest at Trans Cal by signing up for our bi-monthly e-newsletter.  It's easy to sign-up.  Just go to the "Broker Area" drop down menu and select "Sign-Up for E-Newsletter".  Complete the information and you'll be added to the list.  It's that simple.




Spring 2009 Newsletter  
date added: 3/4/2009

Our Spring 2009 newsletter is now available at www.transcal.com/newsletters/spring09.pdf

 

 




New Online Rater  
date added: 1/29/2009

We're excited to announce that our popular Tower Select artisan contractor program now has the ability to be rated online !!   This self-rater takes just a short time to complete and is available to all brokers currently signed up with Trans Cal.



New Work Comp Market  
date added: 12/19/2008

We have recently added a new Workers Compensation Insurance market written through Tower Select Insurance Company (Admitted, A-).  Excellent rates and low minimum premium of $750.

Call your Trans Cal underwriter today for more details.




New Contractor Program  
date added: 9/9/2008

Available immediately is our new program for Artisan/Trade Contractors. 

Written on Admitted, A- rated paper, this program is ideal for artisan/trade contractors working on new custom homes, remodel/room additions or service and repair.  Classes acceptable include drywall, tile & stone, drywall, masonry and much more.  $1,000 Minimum Premium.  Coverage is a traditional occurrence form policy.  No structural work allowed.  Max subcontractor percentage is 40%.

To request more information, please visit http://www.transcal.com/contractorinfo.aspx?FormID=174 




New P & C market  
date added: 8/6/2008

We are pleased to announce that we now represent Tower Ins Co of New York (operating under Tower Select Ins Co in California).  This new market is a great market for commercial risks such as Apartments, Hotels, Offices and more.  Tower also offers a very competitive Homeowners product.  Towr is rated A- by AM Best and is an admitted carrier in California.

Contact your Trans Cal underwriter today for more information.




New Used Auto Dealer Program  
date added: 5/5/2008

We're pleased to announce that Trans Cal now has access to a Used Auto Dealer Garage Liability Program.  This program accepts used auto dealers selling:

  • Light trucks - up to 10,000 pounds GVW
  • Medium trucks - up to 20,000 pounds GVW
  • Pickup trucks
  • Private passenger autos
  • Sport Utility Vehicles

Plus, for a limited time, we're offering 12.5% commission on this class of business.  Contact your Trans Cal underwriter today for a quote.




New Trade Contractor Program  
date added: 12/14/2007

Trans Cal is excited to announce a new Trade Contractor Program immediately available to all brokers currently signed up with Trans Cal Associates.

Here are a few highlights:

  • State of the art online rating system with lightning fast quote turnaround time.
  • New residential work O.K.  (up to 10 dwellings)
  • Wide variety of classes available including framers, concrete work and door/window installers.
  • "B" Contractors License O.K.
  • Blanket Add'l Insureds Available.
  • Excellent Rates.

Rater can be accessed at: http://www.transcal.com/SelfRaters/AVICRatingDisclosure.aspx

To request a User ID & Log-In, visit http://www.transcal.com/PasswordRequest.aspx  The online rating system is only available to brokers currently signed-up with Trans Cal.  To sign-up with Trans Cal, visit: http://www.transcal.com/SignUp.aspx

 




New Vacant Dwelling Product  
date added: 11/2/2007

We're pleased to announce that Trans Cal now has access to a new Vacant Dwelling Program.  This program features:

  • 17.5% Commission (for a limited time)
  • Admitted Carrier
  • On-Line rater available for Trans Cal brokers
  • Annual Policies available
  • Small $35 Minimum Earned Premium
  • Vandalism & MM coverage included in base premium

 

 




Increased Commission  
date added: 9/5/2007

We're pleased to announce that we've increased the commission we offer on the following classes of commercial business:

  • Apartments
  • Lessors Risk
  • Builders Risk/OCP
  • Farm Labor Contractors
  • Vacant Buildings (personal lines too)

Send in your submissions today!




New Flood Market  
date added: 8/2/2007

Before you know it, the rainy season will be upon California accompanied by the threat of flood.  Our personal lines department is here to help you & your client with our new Flood insurance market.  Contact us today for a quote or use our quick quote form.

http://www.transcal.com/OnlineForms/GatherInfo.aspx?FormID=159




Increased Commission for Vacant Building Business  
date added: 5/22/2007

From June 1, 2007 to August 31, 2007 our Commercial Lines Department is offering 17.5% commission on all Vacant Building business. Short-Term and Annual policies qualify !!!

Please note that effective date of the policy must be between June 1 and August 31st AND "Vacant Building" must be the only class on the policy. 

Call today for a quick quote.




Ocean Marine Market Now Available  
date added: 4/23/2007

We're proud to announce our new market for Ocean Marine Coverage.  Carrier is "A" rated by A.M. Best and will accept the following types of risks:

  • Marinas
  • Boat Dealers
  • Marine Artisan Contractors
  • Boat Manufacturing
  • AND MUCH MORE !!

Accord applications accepted.  Supplemental applications available at:  http://www.transcal.com/Applications_Forms.aspx?SectionID=8




New Personal Umbrella Product  
date added: 4/5/2007

We're proud to announce our new Admitted, A+XV rated Personal Umbrella product.

  • Limits up to $10 million available
  • High Profile Celebrity/Public Figures risks OK!
  • Very Competitive Rates
  • Flexible Policy Conditions

Application can be found at http://www.transcal.com/OnlineForms/PDFTemplate/148.pdf




Big Success In Truck Program  
date added: 3/13/2007

We're having great success writing business in our various Admitted, "A" rated truck programs.  For more information contact our underwriting department today.



Gift Card Program is Back  
date added: 1/24/2007

We've re-introduced our gift card program for February 2007 business.  See the Broker Incentives Page for more information.



New Website Unveiled  
date added: 12/28/2006

The new transcal.com is finally here.  We've added several features that you've been asking for and streamlined others that needed improvement.  Take some time to explore and let us know what you think!





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