10/12/2026
๐ก 5 THINGS YOUR INSURANCE AGENT WISHES EVERY HOMEOWNER KNEW
Your homeowners insurance policy is important โ but most people don't think about it until they need it.
Here are 5 things every homeowner should know:
๐น 1. Your home's value isn't necessarily the same as its rebuild cost.
What your home could sell for and what it would cost to rebuild can be very different numbers.
๐น 2. Not everything is automatically covered.
Flooding, certain types of water damage, maintenance issues, and other situations may have specific exclusions or limitations.
๐น 3. Your deductible matters.
A lower deductible can mean a higher premium, while a higher deductible may lower your premium. Make sure you know what you'd actually be responsible for after a claim.
๐น 4. Home improvements can change your insurance needs.
Finished basements, new additions, remodeled kitchens, decks, roofs, and other improvements can affect your coverage.
๐น 5. Your policy deserves a review once in a while.
Your home, belongings, finances, and insurance market can all change. What made sense a few years ago may not be the right fit today.
๐ก Bottom line: Don't wait until you have a claim to discover what's actually in your policy.
If it's been a while since you've reviewed your homeowners insurance, Elk Agency would be happy to take a look.
๐ฒ Give us a call or send us a message.