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UNCOVERED: Will a renovation affect your homeowners insurance coverage | History Defined

Will a Renovation Affect Your Homeowners Insurance Coverage?
Homeowners review renovation plans after considering insurance documents, which is a reminder of the importance of updating coverage before making major changes to a property – Shutterstock

A new kitchen, finished basement, or backyard upgrade can make a house feel like a completely different place. Before swinging the first hammer, homeowners should know that a renovation can also change their homeowners insurance needs, because bigger improvements often mean a bigger conversation with their insurance company.

That dream project may add comfort, value, and functionality, but it can also create coverage questions that surprise homeowners later. A beautiful new space deserves more than fresh paint and stylish finishes. It deserves protection that matches the changes happening inside and around the home.

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