Who is ERIE Insurance?

The ERIE Insurance Group was founded in 1925 by H.O. Hirt and O.G. Crawford.  Headquartered in Erie, Pennsylvania, The ERIE has grown to be one of the most respected insurers in the country.

ERIE Insurance Group was founded with a single purpose in mind, as reflected in our corporate philosophy: To provide our Policyholders with as near perfect protection, as near perfect service, as is humanly possible, and to do so at the lowest possible cost.  We remain committed to this service philosophy today.

The ERIE is one of the top auto insurers and one of the largest property/casualty writers in the United States out of approximately 3,500 companies. In life insurance, The ERIE has grown to be among the top 25% of approximately 1,800 life companies in the country.

The ERIE Insurance Exchange and ERIE Insurance Company have earned the A++ Superior rating, the highest rating given by the A. M. Best company, America's leading authority on Insurance Company performance. ERIE Family Life Insurance Company is consistently awarded an A+ Superior Rating by A. M. Best.  These superior ratings signify the soundness of investments, control of expenses, reserve adequacy and competence in underwriting.

ERIE Agents are a unique blend of independent business persons and loyal representatives of ERIE Insurance Group. The ERIE recognizes that its Agents are among the most visible reflections of the Company to our Policyholders, and the Company works hard to provide Agents with the resources needed to meet the Policyholders needs.

ERIE Agents are appointed only after they demonstrate a thorough knowledge and understanding of the insurance industry. They must also display the ability to be professional, conscientious, forthright, thorough and intelligent. Most of all, when you deal with an Agent Representing the ERIE, you can be certain the Agent has a genuine desire to efficiently serve your needs.

At The ERIE, service means not only satisfying customer needs but exceeding their expectations. We understand Policyholders expect to be treated fairly when talking to an Agent, speaking to Home Office personnel or when dealing with a claim. The ERIE is built on this type of service, and has earned a long standing reputation for fast, fair and efficient claims service.