The Washwick Agency, LLC
2212 Main St, Bethlehem, NH 03574
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2212 Main St, Bethlehem, NH 03574
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Bethlehem drivers need 15/30/5 liability plus PIP coverage. Learn about PA's choice no-fault system, average rates ($1,423/year), and Route 22/I-78 risks.
Pennsylvania doesn't legally require homeowners insurance, but if you have a mortgage, your lender will almost certainly require it as a condition of your loan. Even if you own your home outright, going without coverage means you're self-insuring against potentially catastrophic losses like fire, storm damage, or liability claims.
No, standard homeowners policies specifically exclude flood damage from any source. You need separate flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program or a private insurer. This matters in Bethlehem because heavy rainfall can cause local waterways to overflow, and even properties outside designated flood zones can experience damaging floods.
Pennsylvania homeowners pay an average of $1,440 to $1,575 annually, or about $120 to $130 per month. Your actual cost depends on your home's value, age, construction type, coverage limits, deductible, and claims history. Historic homes and properties with older systems often cost more to insure due to higher replacement costs.
Historic homes often require specialized coverage because rebuilding with period-appropriate materials and craftsmanship costs significantly more than standard construction. Extended replacement cost coverage and ordinance or law coverage are essential endorsements that cover higher rebuild costs and bringing your home up to current building codes during repairs.
Most winter weather damage is covered, including roof damage from heavy snow, water damage from ice dams, and burst pipes from freezing temperatures. However, you typically need to take reasonable precautions—like maintaining heat in your home and insulating pipes—for coverage to apply. Wind-driven rain, hail, and falling tree limbs are also generally covered.
Bundle your home and auto insurance with the same company for 15-25% savings, install security and fire detection systems, increase your deductible if you can afford higher out-of-pocket costs, and maintain a claims-free history. Also ask about discounts for newer roofs, updated electrical and plumbing systems, and loyalty discounts if you've been with the same insurer for several years.
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