Homeowners insurance

For many people, buying a home is the biggest investment that they will ever make. That’s why it makes sense to protect your investment with a comprehensive homeowners plan. Together we can find solutions to address your insurance coverage requirements.

Our most basic homeowners plans cover:

Your home
Other buildings or structures on your property
Your personal belongings – furniture, clothing, appliances, etc.
Additional living expenses
Personal liability

Additional coverage options:

Replacement cost on contents
Identity fraud expense coverage
Scheduled jewelry, fine arts and collectibles
Water or sump pump backup coverage

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Commonly Asked Questions

What is homeowners insurance?

Homeowners insurance is a form of personal lines insurance. The typical homeowners policy has two main sections:

Covers the property of the insured
Provides personal liability coverage to the insured

What do I need to know when purchasing homeowners insurance?

Get the amount and type of insurance that you need.
Determine the amount of personal property insurance and personal liability coverage that you need.
any additional endorsements you want to add to your policy. For example, do you want the personal property replacement cost endorsement?

What is “actual cash value”?

When “actual cash value” is used in a policy, a policy owner is entitled to the depreciated value of the damaged property.

What is “replacement cost”?

When “replacement cost” coverage is used in a policy, a policy owner is reimbursed an amount necessary to replace the article with one of similar type and quality at current prices.

Where and when is my personal property covered?

Coverage C of a homeowners policy provides named perils coverage. This applies to all your personal property (except property that is specifically excluded).

Should I purchase earthquake coverage?

Direct damages due to earthquakes are not covered under the standard homeowners insurance policy. If you live in an area that is prone to earthquakes, you may want to consider adding an earthquake endorsement to your homeowners insurance policy. This endorsement will cover damages due to earthquakes, landslides, volcanic eruptions and other earth movements.

Should I purchase flood coverage?

If your property lies in a flood plain as determined by US Government Flood Maps. Ask your independent agent about a flood quote.