HOMEOWNERS
Home Insurance In Coastal North Carolina
Protect the most valuable thing you own against natural disasters and unexpected events with The Huneycutt Group’s premium homeowners’ insurance coverage. Homeowners insurance offers a safety net for your most significant investment: your home.
Wilmington’s Charm Comes With Coastal Challenges: Safeguard Your Dream Home With Insurance
Wilmington, NC, offers a unique blend of Southern charm, vibrant culture, and stunning coastal beauty. But, nestled along the Atlantic coast, it also faces unique weather threats. From hurricanes and floods to windstorms and hail, protecting your investment in Wilmington, North Carolina requires a strong shield – homeowners insurance.
Homeowners Insurance In Wilmington That Protects You Against Any Threat
At Huneycutt Insurance Group, we provide our clients with a true homeowner’s strategy that makes certain you’re covered against any threat.
Whether you own or rent your home, we’ve got the right coverage for you.
With a large percentage of families being unknowingly vulnerable, our aim is to educate you and help you protect your greatest asset. Our home insurance partners provide the most competitive rates in Wilmington, NC and statewide.
Our team has over 50 years of combined experience in the insurance industry in North Carolina and is very educated in the challenges North Carolina homeowners face when trying to make sure they have the best coverage available.
Many of the national insurance carriers are refusing to insure homes near the beach communities due to the threat of storms. This makes it even more important that you speak to an insurance agency that knows how to protect your home. The Huneycutt Group Insurance Agency has over 35 years of experience insuring beachfront and coastal homes.
Whether it is your primary home, rental home or your vacation home we can help. From a $50,000 condo to a $10,000,000 coastal oceanfront custom home, we can protect your home!
What Does A Homeowners Insurance Policy Cover?
A home insurance policy can be customized to offer coverage for the items in your home that you need coverage for. And, although they are infinitely customizable, a standard homeowner insurance policy covers a few expenses across the board.
House & Property
Home insurance coverage can help you pay for repairs/replacements if your home is damaged by a covered risk, such as:
- Vandalism/theft
- Severe weather
- Fires
- Appliance leaks
Personal Belongings
Personal belongings coverage (or contents coverage) safeguards stolen or destroyed belongings, including:
- Dishes
- Clothing
- Furniture
- Sporting Goods
Personal Liability
Accidents happen, and if someone gets injured on your property, your liability coverage can step in. It helps cover legal fees and medical expenses if you’re found legally responsible. Personal Liability covers:
- Medical expenses
- Legal expenses (in case of a lawsuit)
- Reimbursement for property damage
Additional Living Expenses Coverage
Imagine your home being uninhabitable due to a covered event like a fire or hurricane. This coverage can help pay for temporary housing, such as hotel stays, while your home undergoes repairs.
Wind, Hail And Hurricanes
North Carolina coastal home insurance protects your home, whether on the coast or inland, from damaging high winds, hail and hurricanes.
Peace Of Mind
Knowing you have a financial safety net in place for these unforeseen circumstances brings immense peace of mind. You can focus on rebuilding your life or replacing belongings without the added stress of worrying about the financial burden.
What Factors Affect Home Insurance Rates in Wilmington?
The average home insurance rates vary based on several factors. However, there are common elements insurance companies use to analyze and determine your rate.
Replacement Expenses
How much would it cost for you to fully rebuild the same house? Your insurance agent will ask you important questions to make sure your home is insured properly. Meaning, the most important thing is that you have enough coverage in case your home burns to the ground or if you lose your home due to a hurricane.
Home Business
Home insurance can cover some types of home-based businesses. Entrepreneurs running a business out of their home may have to increase their homeowners’ insurance coverage to protect their supplies and business equipment, like, laptops, computers, cameras, art supplies, possibly business inventory.
You might need a separate business insurance policy if you have visitors or industrial equipment on site. Your agent needs to know your specific scenario so you can be covered properly.
Location
Your house’s location, state, zip code, and claims history will also determine your homeowners insurance cost.
Swimming Pool
If you own a swimming pool, you may have to ramp up your liability coverage to add possible injuries.
Construction
If your home is built with custom materials, you may require additional insurance to cover the construction site.
Age of the Home
The age of your home, and any upgrades it might have had, will influence the home insurance rate. One of the many benefits of The Huneycutt Group being an independent agency is that we have dozens of home insurance companies to choose from.
Bundle Auto & Homeowners Insurance
Serving Wilmington
You’ve heard that bundling your home and auto can save you money. If you are looking to save even more on your homeowners insurance rates, The Huneycutt Group can bundle your home and auto insurance needs together to save you even more.
So that means we have a competitive option that’s perfect for you and your unique home.
Home Insurance Companies We Represent
AIG
American Modern
Allstate
Progressive
PURE
Universal Property
Bankers Insurance
Foremost
Frontline
Heritage
Homeowners Choice
Allied Trust
Homeowners of America
NC Joint Underwriting Assoc
Sagesure
TypTap
Vault
Orion 180
ICAT
QBE
Lloyds of London
Velocity
Slide
Homeowners Insurance FAQs
What is Home Insurance?
Homeowners’ insurance policies shield your home from the unexpected. It can help cover repairs/replacements/liabilities when your home is damaged by acts of God, your belongings are stolen, or someone is injured on your property.
Why Do I Need Homeowners Insurance?
Anyone who owns a home or condo should invest in homeowners’ insurance. Not only does it protect your home/belongings against damage/theft, but it also pays for temporary living expenses while your home is uninhabitable. With a homeowners’ insurance policy, you can rest easy, knowing your property and wealth is secure.
What Are the Types of Homeowners Insurance?
Not all homeowners’ insurance is created equal. Several policies have become standardized in the U.S., designated HO-1 through HO-8. They offer various levels of protection, depending on the owner’s needs and the type of residence in question.
Essentially, there are three levels of coverage:
- Guaranteed/Extended Replacement Cost/Value
- Replacement Costs
- Actual Cash Value
How Much Does Homeowners Insurance Cost?
Unfortunately, there’s no cut-and-dried answer to this question. Multiple factors play a part in determining homeowners’ insurance rates, including:
- Your neighborhood
- The local crime rate
- Building material availability
- Age of the home
- Swimming pools, trampolines, and security systems
- The condition of your home
Hence, it’s best to consult a reputable homeowner insurance company to understand how much coverage you qualify for.
What Do I Need to Consider When Choosing Homeowners Insurance?
If you’re trying to figure out how to pick a suitable home insurance policy, consider the following factors.
- The estimated cost to rebuild, repair, or replace your home
- Whether you work out of your home
- The estimated deductible you can pay out-of-pocket in the event of a loss
- Any additional structures on your property (garage, shed, fence)
- The net worth of your valuables
- Whether you rent any part of your home/property
- Available discounts
- Basic coverages required by your mortgage lender
