This company is the worst I have ever dealt with. They sell you a warranty, but don't honor it. They come up with so many different reasons on why the warranty is denied. None of which makes sense. Then the customer service lady hung up the phone on me, while constantly over talking me. Very rude. You should stay far away from this company.
Response from FortegraApr 7, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry for the frustration you’ve experienced. This claim is not administered by Fortegra.
We will ensure that your comments are escalated to Smart Auto Care leadership for review.
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Gloria B.
I purchased a Drew and Jonathan…
I purchased a Drew and Jonathan reclining sofa with a 3 year warranty when the white paint on the sofa starting rubbing off my claim was denied as just normal wear.
Response from FortegraMar 27, 2026
We hear you, and we’re truly sorry for your experience Gloria. Your feedback is important, and we’re actively reviewing the situation to better understand what happened. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Our claims team has requested additional photos so that they can further review your claim.
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neda M.
BAD FAITH HANDLING & STATUTORY VIOLATIONS ON A $28K LOSS - ATTORNEY INTIMIDATION TACTICS
Fortegra has engaged in a calculated pattern of bad faith handling regarding my claim (Claim #028031). Despite a catastrophic Category 3 contaminated water intrusion on February 11th, I have yet to receive a single dollar for a total loss of over $21,000 in personal property + 8,000 for loss of use additional expenses. Please note I AM CURRENTLY DISPLACED and moved out of the contaminated unit as my complex admitted fault an offered me a lease termination with no penalties.
THE CONTRACTUAL VIOLATIONS:
My "Premium" policy includes a Personal Property Replacement Cost Endorsement (LL HO 04 90). This endorsement explicitly requires payment for replacement cost without deduction for depreciation. Fortegra ignored this, applied a 50% depreciation rate, and valued high-quality rugs at less than $50 each. Furthermore, they ignored over 200 items on a 219-item inventory, claiming "lack of damage" for items exposed to Category 3 contamination. If they’d like to argue against wetness. According to IICRC S500 Section 12.3.3, untreated water degrades into Category 3 within 48 hours; Fortegra’s adjusters are ignoring industry-standard science to avoid paying the claim. They have ignored over 200 items and only offered to pay for 6-7 items (all of which are incorrectly valued and DEPRECIATED therefore not only ignoring but DENYING damages).
MANAGEMENT FAILURES:
The assigned Adjuster (FL License: W061823) and Claims Manager (FL License: E188850) have consistently failed to conduct a thorough investigation within the 15-day statutory deadline required by the Texas Insurance Code. They both attempted to manipulate me and the claim. I escalated this to executive staff: Head of Claims and the Manager of Regulatory Affairs; both have failed to rectify the clear breach of contract and hold their adjusters accountable.
LEGAL TACTICS VS. POLICYHOLDER RIGHTS:
Instead of paying a valid claim for a DISPLACED policyholder who has suffered a category 3 water contamination, Fortegra has hired a Partner at a national law firm to "review the file.” A transparent attempt to intimidate me, a pro se claimant. Instead of advising Fortegra to fulfill their legal and contractual obligatio, this legal counsel is now attempting to build a "failure to cooperate" defense by mischaracterizing my attempts to seek transparency and help as "counterproductive." Specifically:
1. They are attempting to shift the blame for their 30-day delay onto me. Despite me providing ample evidence, consistent communication and attempt to provide more information and any additional meetings. They are arguing that I was not helpful for the one hour I missed a phone call which I immediately emailed and called back — because I was moving out of the contaminated unit AFTER the 15 day investigation deadline.
2. They claim "difficulties obtaining information" despite for weeks they have been provided with (by me) a 219-item spreadsheet and over 100 photographic evidence of the incident at the time of occurrence and afterwords sunken, water-damaged floor and walls, cracks in the ceiling, gross water residue on my items and floors, etc.
3. They are weaponizing the "Duty to Cooperate" to distract from their own failure to investigate and violations.
4. They are threatening an Examination Under Oath (EUO) not to find facts, but as an interrogation tactic to "tire" a displaced claimant who is currently paying out-of-pocket for relocation.
Fortegra is currently in violation of Texas Insurance Code § 542.060 and owes a mandatory 18% annual interest penalty on the delayed payment. They would rather pay high-priced attorneys than honor the contract I pay for. A complaint has been filed with the Texas Department of Insurance. DO NOT TRUST THIS COMPANY.
Response from FortegraMar 12, 2026
We hear you, and we’re truly sorry for your experience Neda. Your feedback is important, and we’re actively reviewing the situation to better understand what happened. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
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Chad
Absolute trash
They still have not finished the claim. They are unprofessional. I have not received a call or message about my claim except for the on that said I filed one. They absolutely refuse to call back with any kind of information which I have requested them to do at least 6 times. Please do yourself the favor and spare yourself this experiance with this nightmare of a company.
Response from FortegraMar 9, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience Chad. We understand your frustration and want you to know your concerns are being taken seriously. We're currently reviewing the details of this claim.
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Espejo P.
where do I respont for my fortegra…
where do I respont for my fortegra information
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Alec L.
Renege on agreements.
I'm a service advisor at a Ford dealership. A customer came in to have some mechanical work done. I called Fortegra and got approval for a certain amount. We went ahead with the repairs. After completion, I sent in for payment. They gave me almost $400 less than the agreement. Emailed back and forth trying to figure out why. Couldn't get a solid answer, only that certain hardware is not covered under contract (even though without hardware, the covered component could not be bolted into place), and the component itself was reduced by $22 each. Labor was also reduced by just over 2 hours. My company will no longer be doing business with this company, as they reneged on our agreement.
Response from FortegraJan 30, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience Alec. We understand your frustration and want you to know your concerns are being taken seriously. If could please provide us with more information we would like to look into this for you.
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Sierra J.
They do not follow contract
They denied claims that are clearly stated in the contract as covered. They not only denied it without having seeing any type of photos nor did they care to see the photos. They were also very disrespectful on the phone. I was told I was " changing" the narrative and asked if I ripped the seams on my couch. Obviously it was an accident ? Who wants to deal with insurance or a ripped couch after one year of having it ? I will make sure to let everyone know not to purchase these products from rooms to go AND to not even bother with this " insurance" that doesn't even cover what is clearly stated in contract.
For reference : My entire couch cushion is ripped on the cover. Just because the seam is touching anywhere near the zipper it is " apparently not covered" even though no where in the contract states zippers or zipper seams arent covered. Contract states under what is covered " seams separation( stitching coming apart) resulting in visible exposure of cushion foam, filling, and stuffing. " my couch is basically ruined. Thanks for wasting my MONEY and my time.
Response from FortegraJan 23, 2026
We hear you, and we’re truly sorry for your experience Sierra. Your feedback is important, and we’re actively reviewing the situation to better understand what happened. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We’ll be following up with you shortly.
MR
Michelle R.
The worst insurance company ever!
The worst insurance company ever!! They only want your money
Response from FortegraJan 6, 2026
We hear you, and we’re truly sorry for your experience Michelle. Your feedback is important, and we’d like to better understand what happened so we can review your claim thoroughly. If you're willing to provide more details so that we can locate your claim, we will look into this for you.