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The average West Virginia home insurance rate in December 2011 was $831.00. It appears that rates have increased since November 2011 when average rates in West Virginia were around $805.00. These premiums reflect the annual cost of a standard home policy and do not include flood insurance or earthquake insurance.
Average Premiums for Home Insurance In West Virginia |
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| Dec 2011 | Nov 2011 | Oct 2011 | Sep 2011 | Aug 2011 |
| $831.00 | $805.00 | $875.00 | $875.00 | $863.00 |
Since average West Virginia homeowners insurance premiums have increased, you should stay mindful of how much you are paying to insure your home. Taking advantage of discounts can make sure your rates stay low while keeping your coverage intact. The biggest savings can usually be found with a home-auto discount which can save you around 20% on your West Virginia policy. Other discounts may be offered for homes that have burglar alarms and deadbolt locks.
Standard West Virginia Home Insurance Coverages
| A | Dwelling: A standard West Virginia homeowners insurance policy should include enough dwelling coverage to pay for the replacement or repair of your home when and if it is damaged in a covered peril |
| B | Other Structures: Other structures such as detached garages or sheds would also be covered under a standard West Virginia home insurance policy |
| C | Contents/Personal Property: A West Virginia home insurance policy will also typically provide coverage for the contents of your home including furniture, electronics, clothing and other personal belongings. |
| D | Loss of Use: If your West Virginia home is damaged in a covered peril, ‘Loss of Use’ coverage pays for alternative accommodations and living expenses while you are unable to live in your home. |
| E | Personal Liability Protection: In West Virginia, your standard homeowners insurance policy will typically provide financial protection in the event of a lawsuit where you have caused damage or bodily harm to another person or their personal property. |
| F | Medical Payments: Medical Payments coverage, or West Virginia MedPay, offers reimbursement for medical bills if someone other than you or a family member is injured on your property and a lawsuit is not involved. |
West Virginia Homeowners Insurance News
- West Virginia insurance disclosure bill advancesWednesday, February 29, 2012
- FEMA aid reaches more statesTuesday, April 27, 2010
- Federal flood insurance program receives an extensionMonday, April 19, 2010
Other West Virginia Homeowners Resources:
- Home Insurance Quiz- How much do you know about your West Virginia home insurance policy? Quiz yourself!
- Homeowners Insurance Calculator- How much Dwelling Coverage do you need? See average dwelling costs in West Virginia
- West Virginia Home Inventory Checklist- Download and Print our home inventory checklist for free.
Search for home insurance in your West Virginia county:
- Barbour
- Berkeley
- Boone
- Braxton
- Brooke
- Cabell
- Calhoun
- Clay
- Doddridge
- Fayette
- Gilmer
- Grant
- Greenbrier
- Hampshire
- Hancock
- Hardy
- Harrison
- Jackson
- Jefferson
- Kanawha
- Lewis
- Lincoln
- Logan
- Marion
- Marshall
- Mason
- Mcdowell
- Mercer
- Mineral
- Mingo
- Monongalia
- Monroe
- Morgan
- Nicholas
- Ohio
- Pendleton
- Pleasants
- Pocahontas
- Preston
- Putnam
- Raleigh
- Randolph
- Ritchie
- Roane
- Summers
- Taylor
- Tucker
- Tyler
- Upshur
- Wayne
- Webster
- Wetzel
- Wirt
- Wood
- Wyoming
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For additional information about specific insurance laws in West Virginia, visit the West Virginia Insurance Commission website.
