Is Safeco A Good Insurance Company? Reviews From Over 1,074 Customers

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Donald
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Good
Safeco was recommended to me, so I switched.
James
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Good
The service is of high quality, but it's too expensive.
Maureen
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Excellent
Reasonable price and great customer service.
Jack
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Good
Other than being expensive, I am satisfied with their coverage.
Jeanne
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Excellent
The agent was helpful and pleasant. He knew his material.
Timothy
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Good
12-month rates
Steven
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Excellent
Great rates.
Roger
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Excellent
Always there when you need them.
Janice
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Good
I have no complaints with Safeco. I was only looking to see if rates elsewhere were less or more.
Charles
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In 2016, I was sitting at a red light, the third car back, when an individual with no insurance hit me from the rear and totaled my Nissan pickup. I was insured with Safeco, and they immediately took up the case. They provided me with the money I was entitled to and helped me get another automobile very quickly. The agent I currently work with is very accommodating and seems to prioritize my best interest. I haven't submitted any other claims for automobiles or homes insured with Safeco that I own. That's why I gave Safeco a five-star rating. However, I feel the rates may be a little high considering my wife and I only average between 5,000 and 6,000 miles per year on each vehicle.
In 2016, I was sitting at a red light, the third car back, when an individual with no insurance hit me from the rear and totaled my Nissan pickup. I was insured with Safeco, and they immediately took up the case. They provided me with the money I was entitled to and helped me get another automobile very quickly. The agent I currently work with is very accommodating and seems to prioritize my best interest. I haven't submitted any other claims for automobiles or homes insured with Safeco that I own. That's why I gave Safeco a five-star rating. However, I feel the rates may be a little high considering my wife and I only average between 5,000 and 6,000 miles per year on each vehicle.
Dennis
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Good
Best rate.
Charles
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Good
I probably should have given them 5 stars. They have been there when we needed them.
Cynthia
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Excellent
Positive, supportive, knowledgeable staff.
Ronald
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Excellent
Good rates. Courteous service. Available when you need them.
Richard
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Everything was fine, until I received my bill. Despite having no tickets or accidents for decades, my premium increased significantly. After checking with new carriers, I found that I could save about $200 a year with better coverage.
Everything was fine, until I received my bill. Despite having no tickets or accidents for decades, my premium increased significantly. After checking with new carriers, I found that I could save about $200 a year with better coverage.
Richard
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Good
Lower premiums for good coverage
Jason
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Excellent
Easy to talk to
Jason
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Excellent
Raven did a wonderful and professional job with the questions I had. Thanks.
Johonnie Quinn
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Good
Reasonable rates
Kathy
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Excellent
The coverage has been great.
Mary
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Excellent
I had good service with roadside assistance and claims.
Reginald
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Excellent
They are very fair and efficient.
Reginald
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Prompt, efficient, and fair. I couldn't ask for a better insurance company. The staff all reach out to you at the time of a serious accident. I would give them more than 5 stars.
Prompt, efficient, and fair. I couldn't ask for a better insurance company. The staff all reach out to you at the time of a serious accident. I would give them more than 5 stars.
Ron
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They are available and easy to reach! When I call, my questions are answered and there are no long waits to talk on the phone. They are easy to work with during an accident situation and fair with appraisals. They are affordable and honor their customers with respect and kindness!
They are available and easy to reach! When I call, my questions are answered and there are no long waits to talk on the phone. They are easy to work with during an accident situation and fair with appraisals. They are affordable and honor their customers with respect and kindness!
Kyle
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Good
Good coverage, rates are competitive
Paul
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Good
Prompt handling of claims
Thomas
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Good
The rates are going too high, despite having no claims ever.
James
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Good
It's somewhat expensive... I'm looking to save some money.
Richard
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Excellent
They always took care of me, but they dropped me. Oh well.
Patricia
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Excellent
They are always helpful and will answer any questions. My auto rate is great. Thank you, Safeco.
Mohan
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Excellent
They offer reasonable rates year on year.
Rachael
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Excellent
The service has been great anytime I have needed help.
Terence
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Good
Easy claim process.
Charles
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Good
Quality Company, great service.
Tyrone
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We were very happy with them when we originally signed up. We are switching due to increasing premium costs.
We were very happy with them when we originally signed up. We are switching due to increasing premium costs.
George
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Excellent
I've never had a problem with them. I'm just checking to see if I can get a better price.
Sarqar
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Excellent
Very polite, very helpful.
Sandra
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Excellent
Great customer service
Grant
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Excellent
Always good, friendly, helpful service.
Kathleen
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Good
I know the agent that represents Safeco. I just wanted to check for a lower rate.
Calvin
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Excellent
When I had a claim, it was taken care of to my satisfaction.
Lisa
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Excellent
They were very affordable for the coverage I wanted. Great customer service.
John
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Excellent
Their rates are lower!
Lee
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Excellent
They went above and beyond during my house fire!
Kelley
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Excellent
The customer service is outstanding.
David
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Excellent
I really like the service and responsiveness.
Anthony
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Their Right Track program is the best of its kind. It only needs to be plugged into your car for 90 days, and it doesn't beep at you.
Their Right Track program is the best of its kind. It only needs to be plugged into your car for 90 days, and it doesn't beep at you.
John
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Good
The agent is good, but I would like better rates.
Maurice
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Good
Could use lower prices.
Minerva
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Good
Their coverage is good and their services as well.
John
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Good
The rates were compatible until the latest renewal.
David
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I gave Safeco a score of 5 because I believe it's one of the best insurance companies out there. I've explored the market and decided to stay with Safeco. It's the best insurance company, which is why I've been with them for 9 years.
I gave Safeco a score of 5 because I believe it's one of the best insurance companies out there. I've explored the market and decided to stay with Safeco. It's the best insurance company, which is why I've been with them for 9 years.
Oliver
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Good
The initial premium rates are low.
Mary
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Excellent
The service was great.
Laurie
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Excellent
Good customer service!
Jon
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Good
Good all around, looking to save.
Patrick
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Excellent
The service is outstanding.
Myrtle
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Excellent
Easy to access; however, prices went up.
Wayne
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Excellent
The six-month rate seems reasonable for the state I live in and my zip code area.
Jim
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Excellent
They have always paid claims in a timely manner and have been easy to work with.
Kenneth
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We believe that we were misquoted on the liability rate for one of our vehicles. When we looked into other companies, the liability premium from SAFECO for that vehicle was over three times more for the same coverage. We believe we were grossly overcharged over a period of several years for the coverage on that vehicle. When we contacted our agent, she said that was the going rate. We asked her to double-check the rate, but she never got back to us. Based on that, we decided to switch to another company, and we were able to save over $3000 per year over what SAFECO was charging us for home and auto coverage. We believe we received bad information from our agent, and in addition, our new insurer has cheaper rates for equivalent coverage. We are very unhappy with SAFECO and our agent at Fourier Insurance.
We believe that we were misquoted on the liability rate for one of our vehicles. When we looked into other companies, the liability premium from SAFECO for that vehicle was over three times more for the same coverage. We believe we were grossly overcharged over a period of several years for the coverage on that vehicle. When we contacted our agent, she said that was the going rate. We asked her to double-check the rate, but she never got back to us. Based on that, we decided to switch to another company, and we were able to save over $3000 per year over what SAFECO was charging us for home and auto coverage. We believe we received bad information from our agent, and in addition, our new insurer has cheaper rates for equivalent coverage. We are very unhappy with SAFECO and our agent at Fourier Insurance.
Howard
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Average
They took my '81 GMC C5000 off my policy.
Jordyn
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Average
The price could be better.
Robert
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Average
The price is high.
David
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Average
They raised premiums excessively.
Aaron
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Fair
Too expensive.
William
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Fair
Because they did not assist me during my accident, I did not receive good support.
Jesse
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I have an old truck and I think I'm paying a little too much for your insurance, so I will be looking for another one.
I have an old truck and I think I'm paying a little too much for your insurance, so I will be looking for another one.
Johnny
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They cancelled my policy over $100, even though I've been with them for 12 years. Now, I'm paying them $2300 a year.
They cancelled my policy over $100, even though I've been with them for 12 years. Now, I'm paying them $2300 a year.
Chester
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Average
They tried to lowball my previous experiences.
Michael
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Average
Cost-wise, we don't drive more than 5,000-6,000 miles on the vehicles we use.
Kent
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Average
For reasons I don't understand, their rate to cover my car was very high.
Timothy
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Average
The premiums are high.
Greg
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Fair
Way too expensive
Sabrina
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Fair
The price is too high.
Larry
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Poor
I could never get hold of the agent, and they never sent proof of insurance.
Angelea
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Poor
They raised my rates.
Forrest
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I paid for full coverage on my RV. I live in Oklahoma where we had 12 days of below zero temperatures which broke my pipes. Unfortunately, you wouldn't cover it. Additionally, we had a power surge that disabled my fridge and they said it wasn't covered. Therefore, I found a better company and will be canceling my policy with you.
I paid for full coverage on my RV. I live in Oklahoma where we had 12 days of below zero temperatures which broke my pipes. Unfortunately, you wouldn't cover it. Additionally, we had a power surge that disabled my fridge and they said it wasn't covered. Therefore, I found a better company and will be canceling my policy with you.
Stephanie
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Average
Auto insurance is too expensive and I'm not happy with the agent's customer service.
Beverly
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Poor
It's too expensive; the premium kept going up.
Stanford
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Poor
Lack of communication
Steven
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Poor
There was a 44% rate increase.
Lorraine
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Average
You can get a human to answer the phone.
Kay
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Poor
They dropped us after we filed two claims.
Margaret
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Poor
Too expensive!
Lorraine
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I'm not able to get in touch with a representative. I'm trying to ask questions about lowering my rate.
I'm not able to get in touch with a representative. I'm trying to ask questions about lowering my rate.
Charles
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I have my homeowners, a million dollar umbrella, and had three vehicles. I sold one and they said I lost my multi-vehicle discount. I still have all the rest - 2 cars, house, and umbrella, and I lose the multiple discount. I am now in the process of shopping for another company!
I have my homeowners, a million dollar umbrella, and had three vehicles. I sold one and they said I lost my multi-vehicle discount. I still have all the rest - 2 cars, house, and umbrella, and I lose the multiple discount. I am now in the process of shopping for another company!
Russell
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I have been with Safeco for roughly 30 years, currently holding 8 policies at a cost of $6,000.00 a year. I submitted a minor claim and was accused of being untruthful. The claim was denied without any investigation by adjuster Ashley Parsons, from Ventura, California. I requested a written explanation from supervisor Paul Crabtree on two occasions, but received no response. My plan is to move all policies to another carrier and spread the word about the claims handling procedures of the company.
I have been with Safeco for roughly 30 years, currently holding 8 policies at a cost of $6,000.00 a year. I submitted a minor claim and was accused of being untruthful. The claim was denied without any investigation by adjuster Ashley Parsons, from Ventura, California. I requested a written explanation from supervisor Paul Crabtree on two occasions, but received no response. My plan is to move all policies to another carrier and spread the word about the claims handling procedures of the company.
Jason
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Average
Too pricey.
Lisette
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Poor
I would never use this company again. They are never available on the phone.
Kerissa
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I've been a customer for several years and they've repaid me by charging astronomical auto insurance rates. The same thing happened to my parents, but with their homeowners insurance through Safeco.
I've been a customer for several years and they've repaid me by charging astronomical auto insurance rates. The same thing happened to my parents, but with their homeowners insurance through Safeco.
Marisa
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Average
The prices were too high until I told them I was shopping around.
Susan
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It makes me wonder why I wasted money on full coverage if they're just going to protect themselves and not the customer.
It makes me wonder why I wasted money on full coverage if they're just going to protect themselves and not the customer.
Melinda
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After filing a comprehensive claim, it was too hard to speak to the right person for my questions. I received no help.
After filing a comprehensive claim, it was too hard to speak to the right person for my questions. I received no help.
Poe
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Average
They continually raise rates even though I have no tickets or accidents.
Roseann
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My car was stolen and totaled on 6/28/19, and I still can't negotiate an agreement that isn't a lowball offer. I received two offers within a 2 to 3 week period, but the second one was only $364.00 higher than the first one. I am permanently mobility disabled, and now they are trying to force me to accept their offer. I'm losing everything...
My car was stolen and totaled on 6/28/19, and I still can't negotiate an agreement that isn't a lowball offer. I received two offers within a 2 to 3 week period, but the second one was only $364.00 higher than the first one. I am permanently mobility disabled, and now they are trying to force me to accept their offer. I'm losing everything...
Robert
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Poor
Poor communication and lack of claim handling.
Judy
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Average
The price and amount I'm being charged
John
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The agent's office would not return phone messages, causing us to get our car insurance cancelled. We left numerous messages over a month-long period, with no returned phone calls. We have moved all our insurance to another provider.
The agent's office would not return phone messages, causing us to get our car insurance cancelled. We left numerous messages over a month-long period, with no returned phone calls. We have moved all our insurance to another provider.
Eddie
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I've never had any claims with Safeco. The price was good at first, but they tend to increase their policies significantly. I have left them before, and they returned after a few years with good pricing. However, after 2 or 3 years, they raised their auto insurance prices by 34% to 43%. I have home, auto, and rental houses with them, so I get combined coverage for auto and homes. Now, I'm shopping around to see if there are any better quotes closer to my last year's quotes. I understand that prices go up, but not by that much.
I've never had any claims with Safeco. The price was good at first, but they tend to increase their policies significantly. I have left them before, and they returned after a few years with good pricing. However, after 2 or 3 years, they raised their auto insurance prices by 34% to 43%. I have home, auto, and rental houses with them, so I get combined coverage for auto and homes. Now, I'm shopping around to see if there are any better quotes closer to my last year's quotes. I understand that prices go up, but not by that much.
Arnekki
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The policy I had was canceled without any notice, and I was charged full price plus an extra fee for coverage I wouldn't have for the following month. I had zero accidents and a high deductible.
The policy I had was canceled without any notice, and I was charged full price plus an extra fee for coverage I wouldn't have for the following month. I had zero accidents and a high deductible.
John
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Average
Safeco is expensive.
Steve
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Average
Their iOS app is a little clunky.
Marie
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The only issue is that every year the rates increase a lot more than inflation. A 15-20% increase is too much.
The only issue is that every year the rates increase a lot more than inflation. A 15-20% increase is too much.
Rosa
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Average
They are good with claims, but their rates increase annually until we could no longer afford them.
Edward
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I'm concerned about the poor customer service I received last year when I didn't receive my homeowner's quote in a timely manner. Also, despite having excellent credit, no claims, and a perfect driving record, my rates increased dramatically.
I'm concerned about the poor customer service I received last year when I didn't receive my homeowner's quote in a timely manner. Also, despite having excellent credit, no claims, and a perfect driving record, my rates increased dramatically.
Michael
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Average
After comparing companies, their prices appear to be much higher than other companies.
Alex
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Average
I had to provide my own truck comparables to get them to increase their low-ball settlement amount.
Dana
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Average
I paid too much, especially for liability only.
Ron
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Poor
They increased my rate by over $30, even though I have a clean record.
Andrea
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Poor
I was in a hit and run accident where a car ran a red light and hit me, but they say it's my fault.
John
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Average
My premium went up.
Keith
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Average
We had problems when our vehicle caught on fire. Our home insurance prices went up by over $200.
Daryl
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Poor
They raise your rates before the policy ends.
Thelma
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Average
They provided good coverage, but they raised the rates.
David
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Average
I have no claim experience or other interaction, except for my yearly bill.
Steven
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Poor
You increased my insurance from $800.00 per year to over $1,000.00 per year. That is why!
Toshio
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Average
The rates are extremely high.
Geoffrey
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Average
The rates are too high.
James
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Poor
Too expensive.