Is flood covered by my homeowners policy?
No. Flood is never covered by a homeowners or wind policy. It is always a separate policy through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) or a private flood carrier.
Flood Insurance
NC Coastal Insurance is partnered with the FEMA NIFP program, as well as several of the private flood providers.
Flood insurance is a smart way to protect your belongings from devastating financial loss when wet weather hits. Something to remember though, anywhere it rains, it can flood, and even more so when you live somewhere coastal. Flood coverage offers protection against losses that result from heavy and lengthy rain falls, storm surges, blocked storm drainage systems, snow melts, etc. Flood Insurance is rated by the federal government but can vary by how much insurance you decide to purchase and what kind of coverage you need.
There are different types of policies to ask about and they are based on your property’s location and flood history. The first is Standard Flood Insurance Policies and the other is Preferred Risk Policies. A flood policy does not take effect until 30 days after you purchase flood insurance. You will not be insured if you buy a policy a few days before a flood. Planning ahead is the best course of action.
When disaster strikes, flood insurance policyholder claims are paid even if a disaster is not Federally declared. Flood insurance means you’ll be reimbursed for all your covered losses and it never has to be repaid.
DID YOU KNOW?
Floods are the most common natural disaster costing lives and billions of dollars in property damage each year. Spring weather increases flooding risk.
If you have questions please call 910-591-1010 to speak with a flood insurance representative or request a free quote below.
Frequently asked questions
Is flood insurance required on the coast?
It is typically required in high-risk zones if you have a federally backed mortgage, and it is recommended everywhere on the coast, since storm surge and heavy rain do not stop at flood-zone lines.
How much does flood insurance cost?
It depends on your flood zone, the home's elevation, and the coverage limits and deductible you choose. As an independent agency we compare NFIP and private options for your exact address.
How soon does flood coverage start?
An NFIP policy usually takes effect 30 days after you buy it, so do not wait for a storm. Private policies can start sooner. Either way, put coverage in place before storm season.
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