Centricity and FEI Group to Offer Flooring Insurance Plan

Dec 4, 2024

Insurance agency Centricity and FEI Group have partnered to offer Nationwide Marketing Group’s EPIC Protect program, a comprehensive coverage plan for flooring.

The plan offers comprehensive five-year accidental damage protection, which provides full repair or replacement coverage to protect against common household accidents.

It covers a wide range of flooring materials, including hardwood, carpet, laminate, LVP and tile. It protects against scratches, dents, stains, chips, cracks and more, the company says.

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