Things condo insurance doesn’t cover

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Condo insurance is not mandated by the state of Florida. If you have a mortgage, it will be required by your lender. Some condo associations also require that owners show proof that they have their own condo policy. The condo association has its own policy to cover the exterior and common areas of the condo units. In Gainesville, FL,  Peninsula Underwriters Insurance Agency is your local independent insurance agency. 

Like home insurance, condo insurance has exclusions,  things that it won’t cover. While some are the same, others are exclusive to condos. 

Roof and exterior of the building

The exterior of the building, the roof, the parking lot, the exterior of the building are all covered for damage and liability by the condo association master policy. It won’t be included in your condo insurance.

Floods

Floods affect every state in the union and Florida is no exception. Floods are not covered by condo insurance. You must purchase flood insurance. Floods are particularly bad in Florida since the heat and humidity can lead to mold in a very short time. 

Earth movement

Earth movement covers several different hazards. It includes earthquakes, mudslides, and sinkholes. In Florida, the most likely one to affect you is a sinkhole. You can get an endorsement that adds coverage to your condo policy or you can purchase a separate policy.

Owner neglect

Condos are less likely to suffer from some of the more obvious owner neglect issues, such as a roof that needs replacing or gutters that are clogged with leaves. These are issues that are the responsibility of the condo association policy, not the owner policy. But there are still things that can lead to damage that owners can cause and these won’t be covered. 

If you live in Gainesville, FL you can count on Peninsula Underwriters Insurance Agency to help you to find the right condo insurance for you. 

Things home insurance won’t cover

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Gainesville, FL is a great place to call home. As the home of the University of Florida, it has all the good college town vibes that you could want. Making sure your Gainesville home has the right home insurance is important. Florida is a state that faces a lot of weather issues and being prepared with good home insurance is vital. In spite of doing your best, you can’t protect your home from everything. Some hazards are excluded from home insurance. At Peninsula Underwriters Insurance Agency, we work with our customers to make sure that they have the best possible coverage.

Floods

Floods are a natural disaster that is all too common. Floods are a hazard that Floridians are all too familiar with. Many people are shocked when they find out that home insurance won’t cover you for flood damage. You need to buy a dedicated flood policy to have the protection you need. 

Owner negligence

It is always important to keep up with the maintenance of your home, but in Florida, with the extreme heat and humidity, it is even more important. Mold can grow very easily if any dampness goes unattended. Bugs grow bigger and faster in Florida, having treatment for bugs and termites is important. If your home is damaged because you haven’t been doing what the insurance company expects in the way of maintenance, they won’t pay to repair the damage. 

Sinkholes

All kinds of earth movements are excluded from home policies. In Florida, the most common are sinkholes. The sandy soil makes the entire state prone to these dangerous occurrences. You need to have a dedicated sinkhole policy if you want to feel safe. 

Gainesville, FL  is home to Peninsula Underwriters Insurance Agency. As independent insurance agents, we are able to offer you the most choices and more choices mean better rates. When you are ready, we will be here to help.