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Florida Home Insurance

We shop 10 A-rated carriers to find the best coverage for your Florida home. Hurricane, liability, and beyond.

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What Does Home Insurance Cover in Florida?

A standard Florida homeowners policy (HO-3) covers your dwelling, personal property, liability, and additional living expenses. Here's what's typically included vs. what requires a separate policy.

Coverage TypeDescriptionStatus
Dwelling (Structure)Rebuilding costs for your home if damaged by wind, fire, or other covered perilsIncluded
Personal PropertyFurniture, clothing, electronics, and belongings damaged or stolenIncluded
Liability ProtectionLegal costs if someone is injured on your propertyIncluded
Additional Living ExpensesHotel and living costs if your home is uninhabitable due to a covered lossIncluded
Hurricane Wind DamageWind and flying debris from hurricanes โ€” covered, subject to separate hurricane deductibleIncluded
Flood DamageRising water and storm surge are NOT covered by home insurance โ€” requires a separate flood policyNot Included
Jewelry & High-Value ItemsStandard policies have sublimits โ€” a scheduled rider or separate policy is recommendedRider Recommended

10 Carriers Competing for Your Business

As an independent agency we shop Citizens, Universal, Florida Peninsula, Edison, Ovation, Patriot Select, Safepoint, American Integrity, Slide, and Manatee โ€” all rated A by Demotech.

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Wind & Hurricane

Florida home policies cover wind damage from hurricanes, though a separate hurricane deductible (typically 2โ€“5% of dwelling value) applies.

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Fire & Lightning

Damage from fire, smoke, and lightning strikes is covered under a standard HO-3 policy at full replacement cost.

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Liability

If a guest is injured at your home or you accidentally damage a neighbor's property, your liability coverage handles legal and medical costs.

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Loss of Use

Covers hotel stays, meals, and additional living expenses while your home is being repaired after a covered loss.

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Personal Property

Covers belongings inside your home. Consider a scheduled rider for high-value jewelry, art, or electronics that exceed standard sublimits.

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Other Structures

Fences, detached garages, pool enclosures, and sheds are covered at typically 10% of your dwelling limit.

What Makes Florida Home Insurance Unique

Florida homeowners face risks that most other states don't โ€” and your policy needs to reflect that.

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Hurricane Deductible

Separate from your standard deductible โ€” typically 2โ€“5% of your insured dwelling value, triggered only by named storms.

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Flood Is NOT Covered

Standard home insurance never covers flood. In Florida, storm surge is a major risk โ€” a separate flood policy is essential.

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Roof Age & Construction Matter

A newer roof increases your eligibility across carriers because it represents lower risk. Beyond age, how it's built matters too โ€” nail spacing, truss connections, and impact-resistant windows all factor into your wind mitigation score.

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4-Point & Wind Mitigation Inspections

A wind mitigation inspection report can earn you substantial discounts. A 4-point inspection is required by most carriers for homes 30+ years old.

How to Lower Your Home Insurance Premium

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Get a Wind Mitigation Inspection

Discounts of 20โ€“45% are common for homes with hurricane shutters, impact windows, and hip roofs.

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Understand Your Roof's Construction

A new roof opens doors to more carriers โ€” but how it's built is equally important. Nail spacing, how the roof deck is attached to the trusses, and the presence of impact-resistant windows all influence your wind mitigation discount and carrier eligibility.

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Install Impact-Resistant Windows & Shutters

Hurricane shutters and impact-resistant windows are among the most effective ways to improve your wind mitigation report and qualify for better coverage options.

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Shop All 10 Carriers

Rates vary enormously in Florida. Let us run all 10 of our home carriers simultaneously to find your best rate.

Home Insurance FAQs

How much does home insurance cost in Florida? โ–พ
The average Florida home insurance premium is approximately $4,419/year as of 2025 โ€” significantly higher than the national average of $2,601. However, good news: prices are starting to come down as the market stabilizes post-2023 reforms. Your actual rate depends on your home's age, location, roof type, construction, and coverage limits.
Does home insurance cover hurricane damage in Florida? โ–พ
Yes โ€” wind damage from hurricanes is covered under a standard homeowners policy. However, there is a separate hurricane deductible (typically 2โ€“5% of your dwelling coverage amount) that applies specifically to named storms. Flood damage from storm surge is NOT covered and requires a separate flood insurance policy.
Is flood insurance included in my home insurance? โ–พ
No. Flood insurance is never included in a standard homeowners policy โ€” it must be purchased separately through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) or a private flood insurer. Given Florida's geography, we strongly recommend every homeowner carry flood coverage.
What is a 4-point inspection? โ–พ
A 4-point inspection evaluates your home's four main systems: roof, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Most Florida carriers require this for homes 30 years old or older before they'll issue or renew a policy. It's also a good way to identify issues before they become claims.
What is Citizens Insurance and should I use it? โ–พ
Citizens Property Insurance is Florida's state-run insurer of last resort โ€” designed for homeowners who can't find private market coverage. While it's a valid option, private carriers often offer broader coverage and better claims service. We always shop the private market first and only recommend Citizens if it's truly the best available option.
How long does it take to get a home insurance quote? โ–พ
Home insurance quotes typically take up to 24 hours. We'll need your home's address, year built, square footage, roof age and type, and current coverage details. We then shop all 10 of our carriers to find your best option.

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