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50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted California Insurance Partner Since 1920
California Mutual Insurance has been serving policyholders since 1920, operating as a mutual company owned by its policyholders rather than external shareholders. Our mission centers on prioritizing policyholder needs through tailored insurance coverages, flexible payment plans, and efficient claims handling. With over a century of experience, we maintain stability in California's insurance market by reinvesting in long-term reliability and customer-centric solutions. Our A- (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best reflects our commitment to financial strength, supported by reinsurance partners rated A (Excellent) or better with surplus exceeding $10 billion. We combine modern technology through a web-based data processing system offering 24/7 policy access while preserving personalized service via live representatives during business hours.Our commercial lines specialize in properties like office buildings, shopping centers, and industrial facilities, while personal lines focus on homeowners and dwelling fire coverage. Policyholders benefit from streamlined digital tools including online payments and document retrieval through our upgraded policyholder portal. We emphasize transparency in operations, ensuring clear communication during claims investigations and policy management. This balanced approach of technological innovation and human expertise has sustained our reputation as a trusted insurance provider for generations of Californians.
Services
Office Building Insurance
Shopping Center Coverage
Industrial Property Protection
Homeowners Insurance
Dwelling Fire Coverage
Details
- Year established: 1920
Highlights and features
- Policyholder-owned mutual company structure ensures customer-first priorities
- Maintain A- (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best for financial strength
- Offer web-based policy management with 24/7 digital access
- Provide personalized service through live representatives during business hours
- Specialize in California-specific commercial and residential property insurance
Associations and certifications
- A.M. Best A- (Excellent)
What people say
Efficient claims handling
Personalized service
Long-term reliability
Financial stability
Experienced staff
Services
Office Building Insurance
Specialized insurance for office buildings protects against property damage, liability claims, and business interruption. Our policies cover structural components, interior improvements, and essential equipment. Policyholders benefit from risk assessment tools and claims specialists experienced in commercial property matters.
Shopping Center Coverage
Comprehensive protection for shopping centers including structural coverage, common area maintenance, and tenant liability management. We provide tailored solutions for mixed-use commercial spaces with multiple storefronts and shared facilities. Our team understands the unique risk profiles of retail property owners.
Industrial Property Protection
Customized insurance for industrial buildings and warehouses covering fire damage, equipment breakdowns, and inventory protection. Policies address specific risks associated with storage facilities, manufacturing spaces, and distribution centers. Includes business continuity planning for operational disruptions.
Homeowners Insurance
Protection for primary residences covering dwelling damage, personal property loss, and liability protection. Our policies include options for earthquake coverage and valuable item endorsements. Policyholders access digital tools for policy management and claims reporting.
Dwelling Fire Coverage
Specialized fire insurance for residential properties not covered under standard homeowners policies. Provides protection against fire damage, smoke damage, and related losses. Ideal for unique properties or situations requiring customized fire risk solutions.
Questions
What types of commercial properties do you insure?
We specialize in office buildings, shopping centers, industrial warehouses, and light manufacturing facilities across California.
Is California Mutual Insurance Company financially stable?
Yes, we maintain an A- (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best with reinsurance partners rated A (Excellent) or better and surplus exceeding $10 billion.
How can I access my policy documents?
Log in to our Policyholder Portal using your registered email and password to access documents, payment options, and policy details.
What makes mutual insurance different?
As a mutual company, we're owned by policyholders rather than shareholders, allowing us to prioritize customer needs over investor profits.
Reviews (2)
John Runnells
Dec 19, 2017
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After the horrible disaster in the Napa valley fires this insurance company will not pay. Wow 30 years of paying premiums and no claims. We finally ask for loss of income pay and they found a way to fight us. They say people should have come and see us during the fires. Would you and would they. No. They say that the State, fire department and the police saying do not come to the Napa valley was not strong enough language. Please don't ever use this company. They don't Care about you. Only how they cannot pay John Runnells Shady oaks country inn
Viki Valle
May 30, 2016
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Don't trust this company. This is our case: We had insured our rental house in Davis, California with them for more than ten years without making any claims and paying always on time. The perfect customers. In January 2016 we received a letter from the insurance stating that they will not renew our policy because our property shared a common wall with an adjacent house. They either did not pay attention for ten years during the annual inspection of the house that here was a common wall (How could they miss that?) or they were not being honest about the reason for the cancelation (again, no claims ever!). In any case, they are either incompetent or untrustworthy, two very important reasons to suspect that they will not fulfill their responsibilities when you need them.
