Having your property well maintained will help you save money on your insurance. Many new companies are now in our coastal area and offer better pricing, but the companies are very strict on the homes they will insure. Many insurance companies will send an insurance inspector or require a self-inspection where you send in pictures of specific areas of your home to document the condition and any problems areas. This helps in the event of a claim because the current condition is documented, and the company may more easily determine the extent of the damage, since they will have a before and after audit file. This also assists with risk management to possibly avoid insurance claims.
Insurance companies desire property which is free from
liability hazards. A liability hazard is
“an accident waiting to happen”. You
will find insurance companies asking more questions about your pets and any
history of biting. A swimming pool without proper fencing or not in proper
working order could allow for injuries.
Likewise, if you allow excessive debris to pile up, this could attract
rodents or become a fire hazard.
Lawsuits abound from accidents occurring from a trampoline, so many
companies do not allow them at all. Your
property should not have any existing damage or condition issues on the
exterior or interior, decks and porches.
Any dry rot or plumbing leaks lead to more damage. Mold or algae on
siding is unsightly and should be pressure-washed off. Clogged gutters cause extensive home damage,
so get those cleared annually.
In our area with the high probability of severe winds, many
companies require tree limbs within 3 feet of the home or large trees close to
the home be cut back for the protection of the structure. Excessive foliage growth and overgrown shrubs
around the home should be periodically trimmed back so the insurance companies
can visibly see that you care about your property and its condition and
appearance.. Most companies require the
crawl space under a home to be enclosed with lattice or some other material to
prevent debris from accumulating under the home which could become a fire
exposure. So many people fall off of
stairs leading to lawsuits, that if you have more than 3 stairs leading to your
property entry, the insurance company will require a handrail be installed to
reduce the risk.
Many insurance discounts are available if you have installed
wind or flood mitigation on your property.
Be sure you provide pictures of a new roof, impact glass, or working
shutters to your insurance agent for any available discounts. Tankless water heaters result in fewer water
overflows, and your insurance company may offer a discount. Contact your
insurance agent to discuss other ways to protect your property.
Angelyn Treutel
Zeringue is President of SouthGroup Insurance Services, a CPA, PWCAM, CBIA, and
licensed Trusted Choice Insurance Agent. Reach Angelyn at www.southgroupgulfcoast.com,
(228) 385-1177, or azeringue@southgroup.net.
Your Trusted Choice Insurance Agent, SouthGroup Insurance Gulf Coast wants you to know you can call on us with your questions or concerns seeking more helpful advice or answers to your pressing insurance questions. A full insurance review is always your best bet to make sure you have all of the adequate coverage for your personal insurance needs. Remember, we offer a personalized insurance review to anyone who is interested at no charge – just visit any one of our convenient locations!
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