06/02/2026
Heading to the lake this summer? We cover all types of homes, but there's factors that may contribute to the cost of insurance 🌊🛥️
📍 Location. Insurers may take into account the potential for severe weather in the area, the rate of burglaries and vandalism and even how close you are to a fire hydrant or a fire station.
🧱 Type of construction. What your house is built of may impact insurance rates. For example, solid masonry construction is considered less vulnerable to fire and wind damage than an all-wood home.
🕰️ Age and condition. Older homes may be considered more of a risk for expensive problems and less able to stand up to severe weather. The age and condition of your roof is also a key factor. Some insurers offer discounts for new roofs.