Homeowners insurance
InsuranceFinder coverage guide · Updated September 2026
Homeowners insurance covers your dwelling, unattached structures, and personal possessions against perils such as fire, lightning, windstorm, and theft, alongside personal liability if someone is injured on your property. Standard homeowners policies explicitly exclude overland flood and earthquake damage, which require separate policies or endorsements.
Homeowners coverage breakdown: dwelling, property & flood
A standard homeowners policy (typically HO-3) bundles physical property protection with personal liability. Knowing the exact limits and mandatory exclusions protects you from unexpected out-of-pocket losses.
Pays to repair or rebuild the physical structure of your house, roof, and attached garage, plus detached structures (sheds, fences) at 10% of dwelling limit.
Reimburses damage or theft of personal belongings (furniture, clothing, electronics) anywhere in the world, usually set at 50% to 70% of dwelling coverage.
Covers temporary hotel stays, restaurant bills, and storage costs while your home is undergoing repairs after a covered peril.
Defends and pays claims if someone slips and is injured on your property or your dog bites someone, plus immediate no-fault medical payments.
Standard policies do NOT cover flood damage (rising water from storms or rivers requires a separate NFIP or private flood policy), earthquake or ground movement, routine maintenance/wear, or sewer and drain backups (requires a water backup endorsement).
Who typically uses homeowners insurance
Homeowners insurance is typically carried by people who own and live in a house or similar dwelling. When a mortgage or home equity loan is involved, the lender usually requires an active homeowners policy until the loan is paid off. Flood and earthquake damage are usually excluded from a standard policy and need separate coverage or endorsements. People who rent usually need a renters policy instead; condominium unit owners usually need an HO-6 (condo) policy for what is inside the unit.
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Agencies specializing in homeowners insurance
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National carriers writing homeowners insurance
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Questions about this page
- What does homeowners insurance usually cover?
- Most homeowners policies cover the dwelling, your belongings and personal liability. Flood and earthquake are common exclusions and are usually written as separate policies.
- Where are homeowners insurance agencies listed on InsuranceFinder?
- 161 agencies appear on the homeowners insurance pages for 25 cities on InsuranceFinder. Each city page shows the agencies A-Z with a published phone number and office details.
- Does InsuranceFinder sell homeowners insurance?
- No. InsuranceFinder is a directory of insurance agencies, brokers and carriers. It does not sell policies or take applications. Each listing shows the firm’s own published phone number and office address.