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INSURANCE CLAIMS:

Policyholders who have suffered losses as a result of the Southern California wildfires should contact their insurance agents at the following phone numbers:

  Allied Insurance:
(800) 282-1446
  AllState Insurance:
(800) 54-STORM
  Auto Club:
(800) 67-CLAIM
  Farmers Insurance:
(800) 435-7764
  Fireman's Fund Insurance Company:
(866) 456-3108
  Geico:
(800) 841-3000
  GMAC Insurance:
(800) 468-3466
  Liberty Mutual:
(800) 2-CLAIMS
  Mercury Insurance:
(888) 313-6372
  Nationwide Insurance:
(800) 421-3535
  Safeco:
(800) 332-3226
  State Farm:
(800) SF-CLAIM
  Travelers:
(800) CLAIM-33
  Wawanes:
(800) 57-CLAIM


INSURANCE TIPS: If you have a home that has been destroyed or damaged, here are some tips to start the process of rebuilding:

  • Contact your insurance company and review your policy. - Set up an appointment with a claims adjuster once the full extent of damage is known.
  • Make a detailed list of all contents and features of your home.
  • Be patient, insurance companies prioritize claims depending on severity. If your home has suffered minor damage, it may take longer to fulfill your needs.
  • Make temporary repairs to property and save receipts.
  • Beware of contractors, use only licensed or bonded ones and check references. To verify a contractor's license and for more contractor information, go to www.cslb.ca.gov.
  • If you have a mortgage, your bank's name may be included on the settlement check. Be sure to contact lenders about mortgage relief programs.
FEMA ASSISTANCE
Begining Thursday October 25, San Diego County residents who sustained losses in the wildfires can apply for assistance with the Federal Emergency Management Agency by calling (800) 621-FEMA (3362), or online at www.fema.gov.