Company Appetite

Individual underwriting guidelines will vary by company, however, below is a general overview of the types of policies that we can write.

Dwelling Coverage

We can write up to $3M.

Age of the Dwelling

No historical dwelling and the home is not eligible if built prior to 1900

Business on Premise

Will be referred to underwriting. No foot traffic and incidental to residence may be accepted.

Construction Type

Log homes are ok if they are professionally built. Modular homes must be placed on a permanent foundation.

Course of Construction Coverage

New ground up construction is acceptable, if the owner is not acting as the general contractor and the home will be completed and occupied within 1 year of the effective date.

Distance to Coast

Generally speaking, our companies do not want anything within 5 miles of the coast. However, our underwriters will look at each risk on a case by case basis.

Electrical

Must be less than 25 years old. Not less than 100 amps. No Federal Pacific Electric Stab-Lok Electrical Panels and Circuit Breakers,no knob & tube, no aluminum wiring or fuses.

Foundation

Must be a solid, permanent foundation. No risks on pilings, stilts or blocks.

Heating

Must be less than 25 years old. No underground tanks. No woodburning stoves in other structures.

Lapse in Coverage

Must be approved by underwriting prior to quoting.

Plumbing

Must be less than 25 years old.

Prior Insurance

Required if there was a need. Not required if it is a new purchase.

Prior Losses

Will be referred to underwriting.

Property Inspections

Property inspections will be done by the company after binding for ALL new business policies.

Roof Age

Pitched roof must be less than 25 years old. Flat roofs must be less than 15 years old.

Swimming Pools

Must be fenced. If above ground, must have removeable steps or a locking gate. Depending on the company, slides and/or diving boards may be acceptable.

Vacant Homes

Not eligible. If newly purchased, insured/tenant must occupy the home within 30 days of the effective date.

Wood Stoves

Acceptable, if professionally installed.