You might be underinsured and not know it

Rebuild costs have climbed faster than almost any policy limit. CoverageIQ shows you the size of the gap.

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Underinsurance is the quiet failure mode of homeowners coverage. Your home didn't change, but the cost of labor, lumber and materials did — and unless your limit was adjusted to match, you're carrying the difference yourself. Worse, many policies include a coinsurance clause that penalizes you at claim time if you're insured below a set percentage of replacement value, even for a partial loss.

What CoverageIQ checks for you

  • Current estimated rebuild cost vs. your stated dwelling limit
  • Coinsurance clauses that can reduce a partial-loss payout if you're under-limit
  • Inflation-guard endorsements — present, absent, or not keeping pace
  • Other-structures coverage for detached garages, fences and sheds
  • Whether code-upgrade (ordinance or law) coverage is included for rebuilds to current code

See exactly what your policy covers

See your estimated gap in one analysis — then take the number to your agent with confidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What happens if I'm underinsured and file a claim?

For a total loss, you only receive up to your dwelling limit — you pay the rest of the rebuild out of pocket. For a partial loss, a coinsurance penalty can reduce your payout proportionally if your limit falls below the required percentage of replacement cost, often 80%.

How much should my dwelling coverage be?

It should equal the full cost to rebuild your home at current local construction prices, including demolition and debris removal — not its market or tax-assessed value, which include land. Land doesn't burn down, so market value is the wrong benchmark.

What is a coinsurance clause?

It's a provision requiring you to insure your home to a minimum percentage of its replacement cost (commonly 80%). If you're below that threshold, the insurer reduces even partial-loss payments proportionally. CoverageIQ checks whether your policy has one and whether you're meeting it.

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