South Carolina home insurance

Homeowners in South Carolina face many challenges throughout the year. In the summer, thunderstorms and hail can unexpectedly damage property, while fall brings the dangers associated with hurricane season. In the mountains, winter can mean frozen pipes and snow. Liberty Mutual understands the needs of South Carolina homeowners and offers customized homeowners insurance coverage to fit your specific situation.

The following insurance coverage comes standard with any homeowners policy:

• Personal property coverage
• Personal Liability and Medical Payment to Others
• Dwelling (Property damage to your home)
• Wind/hail¹
• Hurricane damage¹
• Additional Living Expenses/Loss of Rent

Note that most tornado damage is generally covered under these standard coverage policies.

The following insurance coverages are recommended for homeowners in South Carolina:

• Flood insurance: Homeowners insurance generally does not cover damage caused by floods, which can be a significant problem across South Carolina from inland areas to the coast. The state's low-elevation, humid climate, and seasonal rainfall make many areas in South Carolina susceptible to floods. Keep in mind that even if you are not in a flood zone, flooding frequently occurs outside of flood risk areas.

  Liberty Mutual offers flood insurance in partnership with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). While flood insurance needs to be purchased separately and is often optional, it may be required to secure a home loan if you live in a high-risk flood area.

• Personal property replacement cost: If your belongings are lost or damaged in a covered loss such as from theft or a fire, this coverage will cover the cost of brand-new replacement items.

The following optional homeowners insurance coverages should be considered by all homeowners in South Carolina:

• Blanket Jewelry
• Escape of Water
• Personal Electronics Coverage

See our complete list of homeowners insurance coverage

No, homeowners insurance isn't required by law in South Carolina, but your mortgage company will most likely require it in order to get a loan.

The average cost of homeowners insurance in South Carolina is $1,787 per year according to NerdWallet.² That's 10% higher than the national average. However, this rate may be higher or lower for you depending on the value and age of your home, the coverage you select, your claims history, and a wide variety of other factors.

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• Basic information about your property
• Basic information about you, any co-owners, and occupants
• Ownership or mortgage status
• Details about your home's construction and any safety features
• If you have an existing homeowners insurance policy