Quote Comparison
Compare home insurance quotes without lowering coverage by accident.
Last updated June 4, 2026. A lower quote is useful only if you understand what changed. Use the same assumptions across quotes so the comparison stays honest.
Start with the same coverage assumptions
Give every agent the same target dwelling limit, deductible, roof settlement expectation, liability limit, water backup preference, and effective date.
Ask the agent to show any changes they made to produce the quote. If one quote is much cheaper, there is usually a reason.
- Dwelling limit and replacement-cost estimate
- All-perils and hazard-specific deductibles
- Roof settlement language
- Water backup and service line endorsements
- Ordinance or law coverage
- Personal liability limit
Compare deductible math
A deductible increase can make the premium look better while shifting risk to you. Percentage deductibles can be especially important because they are based on insured value, not a flat dollar amount.
If a quote changes from a flat deductible to a percentage deductible, calculate the dollar amount before deciding.
Watch settlement terms and exclusions
Replacement cost and actual cash value are not interchangeable. Roof schedules, cosmetic damage exclusions, water exclusions, and vacancy rules can make two policies very different even when premiums look close.
When in doubt, ask: what would be paid differently after the same loss?
Shop without creating a phone storm
Use official insurer sites, licensed local agents, or quote services with clear privacy policies. Be cautious with forms that send your information to many sellers without naming them.
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Common questions
Why is one quote much cheaper?
It may use lower limits, higher deductibles, fewer endorsements, different settlement terms, or a different rating assumption.
What should I ask every agent?
Ask what changed from your current policy and whether the quote matches your current limits, deductibles, and endorsements.
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