Sweetwater Advisors Group
1081 E Montague Ave, Ste 3A, North Charleston, SC 29405
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1081 E Montague Ave, Ste 3A, North Charleston, SC 29405
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9229-A University Blvd, Ste A, North Charleston, SC 29406
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9229 University Blvd, Suite A, North Charleston, SC 29406
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5500 Rivers Ave, Suite B, North Charleston, SC 29406
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5841 Rivers Ave, Suite 109, North Charleston, SC 29406
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1072 East Montague Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405
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North Charleston home insurance averages $3,838/year. Learn about wind deductibles, flood coverage, and how to save on coastal SC homeowners insurance.
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Car InsuranceNorth Charleston has SC's highest car insurance rates at $2,262/year. Learn about 25/50/25 requirements, at-fault coverage, and how to save on your premium.
The average home insurance premium in North Charleston is $3,838 per year for a $300,000 home with standard coverage. However, your actual cost can range from $2,400 to $4,200 or more depending on your home's location, age, construction type, and proximity to flood zones. Shopping around is essential—State Farm offers rates as low as $2,403 annually in North Charleston.
A wind and hail deductible is a percentage-based deductible (typically 1-5% of your home's insured value) that applies specifically to hurricane and wind damage. For example, if your home is insured for $300,000 and you have a 3% wind deductible, you'll pay the first $9,000 of storm damage before insurance coverage begins. This is separate from your regular deductible for other types of claims.
If you have a mortgage and live in a high-risk flood zone, flood insurance is required. But even if it's not required, you should strongly consider it—nearly 20% of flood claims come from moderate-risk areas where coverage is optional. Standard homeowners policies don't cover flooding at all, and North Charleston's proximity to the coast makes flood risk significant. Flood insurance typically costs $500-$1,500 annually.
Generally yes, though not dramatically so. North Charleston averages $3,838 annually while some Charleston peninsula areas can reach $5,401 for similar coverage. The peninsula faces both coastal and inland flooding risks, which drives costs higher. However, your specific location within North Charleston—especially proximity to water and flood zone designation—matters more than the city name on your address.
Start by getting quotes from multiple insurers—rates vary by $1,400 or more between companies. Then look into wind mitigation upgrades like impact-resistant windows or roof reinforcement, which can earn 20% discounts and qualify for state grants up to $10,000. Other strategies include bundling policies, raising your standard deductible, installing security systems, and maintaining a claims-free record.
If standard insurers won't cover your North Charleston home due to high coastal risk, you can get coverage through the South Carolina Wind and Hail Underwriting Association, the state's insurer of last resort. Be aware that SC Wind policies typically have higher premiums and separate 3% deductibles for both dwelling and contents coverage, making them more expensive than standard market options.
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