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Coverage Guide

Hurricane Insurance Guide

Coastal zones, windstorm deductibles, and coverage

Coastal Risk Zones

ZoneDescriptionRate Factor
Beachfront (< 1 mile)Direct ocean exposure×3.5
Coastal (1-5 miles)High wind zone×2.2
Inland Coastal (5-15 miles)Moderate risk×1.5
Inland (15+ miles)Lower wind exposure×0.8

Windstorm Deductible Examples

$400,000 Home @ 5% Deductible
You pay first $20,000
$600,000 Home @ 10% Deductible
You pay first $60,000

*Higher deductibles = lower annual premiums, but more out-of-pocket after a hurricane.