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TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.8

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Spent an hour completing their online quote form (every piece of equipment had to be entered individually, unlike all the other insurers). Got to the last part and it just said 'Unfortunately we're... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The wife slipped and her Canon R7 ended up in a rock pool, not for very long but long enough. Once we had the quote as unrepairable , Sharon arranged for a replacement to be delivered in just over 48... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid Photo Guard at all costs. Since 2021, they have refused to pay my claim after I was robbed at knifepoint — police confirmed the incident. They invented a trivial excuse, demanding a bank card I... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Photoguard/Guardclaims these guys have been absolutely amazing , Jamie & team was my last hope must say and they have not let me down. After authority closed the case in two days by saying we couldn’... See more

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Providing insurance for the UK's photographers for over 20 years


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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fair price and easy to setup

Never had to make a claim so cannot comment on that, but as a customer who's just renewed the process is simple and the cost is fair. Hopefully I'll never need to find out about the claims side, but it's reassuring to know that safety net is there.

September 3, 2022
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Renewed with photoguard as I’ve been…

Renewed with photoguard as I’ve been with them for a couple of years now, however if I had the time I would look elsewhere as I do not like the fact that my gear is not listed by name, only by cost, this makes it very difficult to identify items when any changes are needed if I upgrade gear or in the eventuality of a claim. I have mentioned this to them in the past but no change in how they list my property… going forward I will be looking to change insurance companies, photoguard claim to be specialised in photo equipment insurance but this I feel is a major aspect missed.

September 6, 2022
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing!

The have been amazing throughout the whole claims process and have been supportive and answered all questions I had for them. Fully recommend this company!

August 25, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bad business practice

Bad business practice. Had an e-mail for an automatic renewal - which I didn't sign up for. I Never have automatic renewals. Was told by e-mail that my bank has declined (the old card I son longer valid) and therefore the policy would not renew and would be cancelled after a certain date. So wrote back and said fine as I didn't want auto renewal and no longer wish to contract with a company that does that. I no longer have the equipment. Replied saying that the insurance was renewed and there is a £10 cancellation fee. Sent the documents to my solicitor to sue for UTCCR and Harassment.

August 17, 2022
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Hi Garry

We are sorry to hear that you were unhappy with the auto renewal of your policy this year after not having raised this as an issue when it auto renewed the previous year.

The auto renewal process is clearly covered on the website in the renewals section, www.photoguard.co.uk/renewals, in the new business documents and also in renewal documents with clear instructions on how to opt out of auto renewal if required.

Due to your card no longer being valid the auto renewal process that you went through the previous year was not possible and as no payment was made a letter was issued to confirm the policy would be cancelled if no payment was received (incurring a £10 cancellation charge as per the policy terms and conditions).

Best of luck with your photography moving forward. If you do decide that you need cover again then we would be very happy to provide a quote and can, on your instruction, opt you out of the auto renewal process.

Thanks

The photoGuard Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This company are worse than the thieves…

This company are worse than the thieves that might rob your equipment in the first place. Photoguard will happily take your money for year after year, but have no doubt they will do ANYTHING to get out of paying out a claim. Not only that, but they will string you along to say you have a claim, but you have to keep paying insurance for your stolen items while it is processed....only months later to find a reason not to pay, based on the same info you gave at the beginning.

August 10, 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5Star Photoguard

Recieved excellent service from first contact to completion of my recent claim for the repair of a lens and extender.
Especially from my claim handler, Brandon Base, who was helpfull and considerate at all times and kept on top of things throughout.

July 20, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The renewal process is very efficient

The renewal process is very efficient, using the portal - when I called to clarify something I was dealt with immediately, politely and in a friendly manner. The agent was professional but also sufficiently informal to transfer information very quickly.

July 6, 2022
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick payment for lens damage.

I am very pleased with the quick agreement and payment of my claim for camera lens damage. It was very easy to initiate the claim and correspond to provide back up paperwork (receipt and repair report).

June 30, 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have had insurance for quite a few…

Have had insurance for quite a few years with them and have never had any issues but as everyone says you really only know the value of insurance if you have to make a claim and see how smooth the process is. Unfortunately had to make 2 claims in the space of about a month, first one took a little longer than second claim but both sorted in a reasonable time so no issues overall. Happy with outcome in both instances, lens was replaced by their supplier WEX and laptop is being repaired at Apple so will be back shooting and editing soon

June 13, 2022
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