Looking for fast, affordable flood insurance in Alachua County? You've come to the right place.
Alachua County is home to Florida’s largest and oldest university, the University of Florida. But plenty of Floridians also know this area as home. Residents of Alachua County characterize it as the intersection of nature and culture – a perfect place to lay down roots.
But like anywhere in Florida, floods are still a concern in this centrally located county. Alachua County residents may face less risk of a flood than residents in Monroe County in southeast Florida, but 2020 studies show that it’s still at risk for flooding.
You can’t purchase flood insurance straight from the National Flood Insurance Program, but you can from us.
Have you ever wondered why Florida flood insurance is so expensive?
Homes in Florida are vulnerable to floods and other hazards like windstorms. We’re proud to offer a private market alternative that’s more affordable than NFIP plans for most Floridians. Instead of buying a separate flood policy, you can easily add flood coverage as an endorsement to your homeowners policy.
Adding flood coverage as an endorsement means you pay one premium for your home and flood insurance. Your all other peril (AOP) deductible applies to both flood and home insurance claims.
The chart below shows how our average flood insurance rates compare to NFIP rates in both Alachua County and all of Florida.
| Kin Average Premium for Florida | NFIP Average Premium for Florida | Kin Average Premium for Alachua County | NFIP Average Premium for Alachua County |
|---|---|---|---|
| $225 | $563 | $128 | $492 |
Curious to see what you’ll pay for flood insurance? Contact us for a quick and easy quote.
Remember, your costs may vary depending on your home’s exact flood zone.
Your home’s flood zone has a big impact on how much your flood coverage will be. Here are the flood zones in Alachua County:
BFE means “base flood elevation,” or how high water may rise if there’s a flood. A 100-year floodplain means there’s a one percent chance of flooding occurring annually at or above base elevation. A 500-year floodplain is even less likely to experience a flood than a 100-year floodplain.
If you look at a flood zone map of Alachua County, you’ll notice a lot of red – that means there are a lot of zone A regions, or areas with a high risk of flooding.
Now that you know why flood insurance is so important in Alachua County, let’s take a look at how our flood insurance can protect your home.
Flood insurance protects you when your home or belongings are damaged by floodwaters. It can help pay to repair or replace:
Broken water mains can result in groundwater seepage, mudslides, and flooding. Flood insurance can cover you in these instances, too. Our flood coverage insures your home, other structures, and personal property for their replacement cost up to the limits of your homeowners policy.
Because flooding is the most common US natural disaster, it’s smart to take steps to lower your home’s risk for flooding.
Reducing your home’s risk of experiencing flood damage can help prevent claims and keep your coverage affordable. Here are a few ways you can reduce your home’s risk for flooding:
Some homeowners may not be aware of their home’s flood history and exposure. Flood Factor is a website that supplies homeowners with information on their home’s past floods, current risks, and future projections through peer-reviewed research. Check it out!
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