New Winmar Office

Winmar Property Restoration Specialists have opened a new office in Peterborough, Ont. Randy Chatterton, who owns Winmar General Contractors and Property Restoration Specialists in Belleville, Ont., took ownership of the Peterborough location in May. “We are excited to attend the many festivals Peterborough hosts throughout the year, and support the community and local teams as […]

July 31, 2008 | Last updated on October 1, 2024
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Winmar Property Restoration Specialists have opened a new office in Peterborough, Ont.

Randy Chatterton, who owns Winmar General Contractors and Property Restoration Specialists in Belleville, Ont., took ownership of the Peterborough location in May.

“We are excited to attend the many festivals Peterborough hosts throughout the year, and support the community and local teams as well,” Chatterton notes. .

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Why Calgary’s hailstorm could send more Alberta auto insurers to the exits

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