Palomar Specialty earthquake insurance

AM Best financial strength signal shown on the homepage: A-. Palomar is a specialty catastrophe market where property details matter.

AM Best rating

A- signal, specialty catastrophe focus

The homepage labels Palomar Specialty with an AM Best A- signal. The carrier-page purpose is to clarify that a rating is only one part of market selection; appetite and terms still depend on underwriting.

Underwriting focus

Details that may matter most

  • County/fault corridor and address-level hazard.
  • Dwelling limit and selected percentage deductible.
  • Pre-1980 raised foundation, bolting, and cripple-wall bracing.
  • Hillside, fill, masonry, prior damage, or prior earthquake claim details.