Don't Let Fall Storms Drain Your Wallet!

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Mercury Insurance (NYSE:MCY) has released a comprehensive fall home maintenance guide to help homeowners prevent costly damage during autumn and winter seasons. Bonnie Lee, VP of Homeowners Claims at Mercury Insurance, emphasizes that affordable preventative maintenance can protect homes and save thousands in potential repair costs.

The company outlines key maintenance tasks including clearing gutters, sealing gaps, elevating valuables, testing sump pumps, checking drainage, servicing heating systems, and trimming trees. These preventative measures are designed to protect homes from water damage, temperature-related issues, and storm impacts.

Easy Fall Home Maintenance — From Trimming Trees to Elevating Valuables — Can Reduce Stress, Cut Expenses and Provide Peace of Mind

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As cooler temperatures and the autumn season weather approaches, Mercury Insurance is encouraging homeowners to prepare their properties now for fall and the winter months ahead. Preventative maintenance doesn't have to break the bank — small, inexpensive actions can protect homes from costly damage while giving families greater peace of mind.

"Preparing your home for fall weather, and everything that comes with it, is one of the smartest financial decisions a homeowner can make," said Bonnie Lee, VP, Homeowners Claims at Mercury Insurance. "A few affordable updates today can help safeguard your home, reduce stress and save thousands of dollars in repair bills later."

Fall Home Maintenance Checklist:

• Clear gutters and downspouts: Remove leaves and debris to prevent blockages that can cause water damage.
  
  
• Inspect and seal gaps: Check doors, windows, and roofs for cracks where water or cold air can seep in — simple caulking and weatherstripping are low-cost fixes.
  
  
• Elevate valuables: Store important items and electronics off the ground in areas like basements or garages to avoid moisture.
  
  
• Test sump pumps: Ensure your sump pump is working properly, and consider a battery backup in case of power outages during storms.
  
  
• Check grading and drainage: Make sure water flows away from your foundation; inexpensive solutions like adding soil or extending downspouts can help.
  
  
• Service heating systems: Schedule a low-cost inspection for your furnace or HVAC to avoid expensive breakdowns during colder months.
  
  
• Trim trees and branches: Prune overhanging limbs that could break during storms and cause costly roof or siding damage.

Mercury Insurance continues to support homeowners by providing practical resources, expert guidance and coverage options designed to protect families from seasonal risks.

About Mercury Insurance

Headquartered in Los Angeles, Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) is a multiple-line insurance carrier offering personal auto, homeowners, and renters insurance directly to consumers and through a network of independent agents in Arizona, California, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Texas and Virginia, as well as auto insurance in Florida. Mercury also writes business owners, business auto, landlord, commercial multi-peril and mechanical protection insurance in various states.

Since 1962, Mercury has provided customers with tremendous value for their insurance dollar by pairing ultra-competitive rates with excellent customer service, through more than 4,200 employees and a network of more than 6,340 independent agents in 11 states. Mercury has earned an "A" rating from A.M. Best, as well as "Best Auto Insurance Company" designations from Forbes and Insure.com. For more information visit www.MercuryInsurance.com or follow the company on X, Instagram or Facebook.

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FAQ

What are Mercury Insurance's (MCY) recommended fall home maintenance tasks for 2025?

Mercury Insurance recommends 7 key tasks: clearing gutters and downspouts, sealing gaps around doors and windows, elevating valuables, testing sump pumps, checking grading and drainage, servicing heating systems, and trimming trees and branches.

How can homeowners prevent water damage according to Mercury Insurance's 2025 guidance?

Mercury Insurance advises clearing gutters and downspouts, ensuring proper grading and drainage away from foundations, testing sump pumps, and considering battery backups for power outages.

What cost-saving maintenance tips does Mercury Insurance (MCY) recommend for fall 2025?

Mercury Insurance suggests low-cost preventative measures including caulking and weatherstripping gaps, basic gutter maintenance, soil grading adjustments, and scheduling routine HVAC inspections to avoid expensive repairs.

Who is leading Mercury Insurance's home maintenance education initiative in 2025?

Bonnie Lee, Vice President of Homeowners Claims at Mercury Insurance, is leading the initiative, emphasizing that preventative maintenance can help safeguard homes and save thousands in repair costs.