Manitoba insurance no longer covers damage rodents cause to vehicles

Interior infestations would typically mean removing all soft materials and then deep cleaning carpets and upholstery. Recent changes to MPI coverage means that cleanup of nesting materials, urine and feces will no longer be done under the policy. (KELLY TAYLOR)

April 24, 2017 05:00 AM

New policies from Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) are taking a bite out of the rodent-infestation repair business as companies brace for impact by laying off staff.

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