Mercury Insurance Partnership puts roofs and the environment first – InsuranceNewsNet

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Contact: PCG- Kyle Reuter (424) 903-3657 ([email protected])

LOS ANGELES, CA. (June 21, 2022) – Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) today announced an industry-first partnership with Roof Rx, a home service company focused on providing high-quality repair solutions to extend the life of home roofs, to new and existing home policyholders. These Roof Rx inspections will include an advanced drone technology service with expert analysis to assess the current condition of a home’s roof.

The recent focus on waste management in Southern California has propelled smart disposal habits to the fore and Mercury’s partnership with Roof Rx aims to better protect both homeowners’ property and the environment. . On average, roofs can last more than 30 years, but only a certain part reaches halfway through their life cycle. With most homes having a roof weighing around 6,000 pounds, unnecessary re-roofing quickly turns into a significant amount of landfill waste.

“We create so much waste that takes a very long time to break down in our landfills,” said the Mercury Homeowners Insurance Product Manager. Adam Bakonis. “Too many simple roof repairs turn into complete re-roofing and it’s bad for homeowners’ wallets and bad for the planet. Mercury Insurance takes an environmentally responsible stance by identifying ways to better protect policyholders’ assets, while leaving a kinder footprint on the earth.”

Roof Rx inspections are non-invasive (drone flights require FAA approval and authorization, some exceptions may apply) and are accompanied by detailed aerial imagery. A technician will diagnose the appropriate level of repairs that might be needed, which can include anything from minor shingle replacements to a completely new roof.

New, existing and returning SoutheCalifornia Mercury home insurance policyholders have several ways to protect their home:

• Inspection services only: After an instant rebate from Mercury, policyholders will only pay $25.00 for a roof inspection (a significant saving over the retail price of $99.00). If repairs are needed and performed with Roof Rx, Mercury policyholders are credited with the $25 inspection costs for the repair. If the recommended repairs are carried out by Roof Rx, the insured will receive a full one-year warranty on the roof worth $329.00free.
• Inspection with preventive maintenance: Policyholders receive an instant discount from Mercury and only pay $99.00 for inspection and basic preventative services – specifically, sealing roof pipe vents (a common source of roof leaks) – which at retail $249.00. If additional repairs are required and carried out by Roof Rx, the policyholder will be credited with the $25.00 inspection fees. This service is backed by a full one-year roof warranty worth $329.00no additional cost.

“We are thrilled to partner with Mercury and admire the courage of their mission to find smarter ways to give back to their policyholders while protecting the environment. Roof Rx and its associates are proud to help Mercury customers to meet their home maintenance needs in a sustainable, cost-effective way,” said Eduardo GuerraCEO of Roof Rx, Inc. “Your roof is an essential asset in protecting your family and your property – in partnership with Mercury Insurance is a natural fit for us. We both want to protect homeowners and the environment, and now our partnership takes that to the next level.”

Roof Rx inspections over the past 12 months have revealed:

• Less than 2% of roofs inspected by Roof Rx were deemed unusable and required re-roofing.
• Approximately 55% required only component flashing maintenance.

Visit https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/insurance/homeowners/ to learn more about Mercury products and services.

About Mercury Insurance

Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) is a multi-line insurance company primarily offering automobile, home, tenants and commercial insurance through a network of independent agents in Arizona, California, Illinois, Georgia, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Texas and Virginiaas well as auto insurance Florida. Mercury underwrites other lines of insurance in various states, including business owners and auto, landlord, home-sharing, ride-sharing, and mechanical protection.

Since 1962, Mercury has been providing customers with exceptional value for their insurance dollar by combining ultra-competitive rates with excellent customer service. Mercury earned an “A” rating from AM Best and Fitch, as well as number one in the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Insurance Digital Experience Study^SM and four consecutive “Best Auto Insurance Company” awards from assure.com. For more information, visit https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/ or follow the company on Twitter or Facebook.

About Roof Rx, Inc.
At Roof Rx, we make the difference. Our team is focused on providing our customers with quality service through responsible repairs rather than inefficient and unnecessary re-roofing. A typical house has a roof designed to last over 30 years, but on average, roofs across the WE only end up in our landfills halfway through their life cycle. You can help make a difference to the environment by choosing solutions designed to maintain the longevity of your roof. Since our founding in 1998, the impact of our services can be measured in the millions of pounds of roofing material we’ve kept out of our landfills. The average home has a roof that weighs around 6,000 pounds, you can help keep this from becoming landfill waste by fixing your roof instead of redoing it prematurely by visiting us at www.RoofRx.com.

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