Thursday, March 12, 2009

Understanding Your Illinois Homeowners Insurance Policy

By J. Lee

Do you know if you have sufficient coverage for damages occurred on and around your house? Many Illinois homeowners insurance holders are sometime unaware of what is covered on your insurance policy. Do you have enough coverage needed or do you think you have too much coverage? These are some essential question that need to be answered.

Illinois homeowners insurance is designed to protect you, the homeowner, in case of disaster or accidents (minor and or major). For instance, a leak, perhaps in the bathroom, could result in drywall damage, tile, and/or carpet and it is necessary for them to be replaced. This would be paid for by your homeowners insurance. Other damage such as to your roof and a myriad of other causes are covered by your Illinois homeowners insurance.

Today, many people sue each other for damages for injuries that happened while inside your house. These law suits can be quite expensive to defend and to pay damages when you lose in the court of law. Even when it is no fault of your own, damages can be rewarded for tens and thousands of dollars. But, if you have home insurance, it is covered by the homeowners insurance policy.

Usually, the home insurance coverages will cover most of damages and liabilities associated with your home, but there are some exceptions when you will not be covered, unless you purchase additional insurance. Examples are earthquake and flood insurances. These are optional policies which can be quite expensive. Of course wear and tear on your home will not be covered.

The cost of the coverage and the coverage itself varies greatly from insurance company to insurance company and you need information to make a decision. The research is needed to find a company that will give you the coverage you need at price that is competitive with other insurance companies.

Get a quote from many companies out there for Illinois homeowners insurance. The larger ones like State Farm and Allstate will have higher premiums, but you can be sure they will be on your side. Having a billion dollar company by your side makes you sleep better at nights.

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