Flood Safety

It's been raining for hours or steadily for a few days. Are you prepared? Floods can occur within a few minutes or develop over several hours, causing devastating damage to your home or property. Your number one defense against any natural disaster, like flooding, is preparation.

Remember, your homeowner’s policy does not cover flood damage. You must purchase a separate policy. To help you protect your residence or commercial building, Erie Insurance has partnered with American Bankers to offer flood insurance. American Bankers is a premier “write your own” (WYO) insurer for federal flood insurance program. Call a local ERIE Agent today to find how you can obtain this valuable coverage.

It's also important to know how to protect yourself by developing a flood safety plan. It’s important to know what to do before, during and after a flood.

ERIE's Response Following a Major Weather Event

We know what it’s like to have your life turned upside down. And we know how important it is to get back to normal. That’s why we have a dedicated team of claims adjusters who respond to catastrophe claims. These individuals are trained to handle weather claims and work closely with your local ERIE agent. They are sent to your community immediately following a weather event so they can be at your doorstep, handling your claim quickly and with compassion. Review the steps for starting a claim or get in touch with your agent.