Why has my home insurance doubled?

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When catastrophes like wildfires, wind or hail are on the rise in your area, it increases the risk to your property, and insurance carriers typically increase rates in tandem. Upticks in damaging weather conditions like hail, wind, tornadoes and hurricanes can also cause a rise in premiums.

What factors affect homeowners insurance?

Here are 10 factors that affect how much homeowner insurance costs: Where you live. The price of your home and the cost to rebuild it. The amount of coverage. Your home’s age and condition. Home security and safety features. Your credit history. Additional types of coverage. Your deductible. More items… • Jul 31, 2020

What is dwelling deductible?

Dwelling coverage is usually subject to limits and deductibles. Your limit is the maximum amount that your homeowners insurance policy will pay toward a covered loss. Your deductible is the amount you’ll pay out of pocket toward a covered claim. When you buy homeowners insurance, you choose your dwelling coverage limit …