MENU Flood Insurance Protect your home with flood insurance. GET A QUOTE ONLINE Or call (800) 566-1575 for your free rate quote. Existing policyholder? ACCESS YOUR POLICY Get a flood insurance quote and protect your investment. Flood insurance goes beyond the coverage of a standard homeowners insurance policy and protects you from more severe types of water damage, like heavy rain, melting snow, and severe coastal storms. After all, water's great in pools and on water slides but not so much in places it doesn't belong in your home. So, whether you're required to buy flood insurance or just want additional protection for your property, GEICO can help insure your investment with a flood policy through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Do I need flood insurance? If you live in an area at high risk for floods, flood insurance may be required by your lender. Enter your address here to determine if you live in in a high-risk zone in the United States. Think because you don't live near the coast that your home is safe from flooding? The truth is, floods can occur anywhere. Floods can occur outside of high-risk flood zones. Something else to consider, most homeowners insurance policies don't cover flood damage. Water doesn't wait and neither should you. Learn more about Flooding in America to help determine if you need to consider getting a flood insurance quote. When should I buy flood insurance? Buy flood insurance before a flood risk is approaching. Most flood insurance policies require a 30-day waiting period before the coverage is effective. Exceptions include if you've purchased a new home and the closing is in less than 30 days. What is a flood? A flood is defined by the NFIP as: A general and temporary condition where two or more acres of normally dry land or two or more properties are inundated by water or mudflow. The Federal Emergency Management Agency's Flood Map Service Center will help you locate your area's flood map. What does flood insurance cover? Flood insurance provides coverage for both the structure of the home and personal property in case of damage. Flood insurance policies usually cover: Appliances Carpet and flooring Cabinets Electrical and plumbing Heating and air units Keep in mind that structure and personal property coverages usually have separate limits and deductibles so read the policy details carefully. Our flood insurance counselors are happy to help. Call us at (800) 841-2964. How much would it cost to replace your stuff? Use our personal property calculator to add up the cost of your belongings: Furniture Clothing Electronics Jewelry And other items What isn't covered by flood insurance? The NFIP flood insurance contract does not provide coverage for things like: Damage caused by earth moving Additional living expenses Retaining walls and decks Swimming pools Currency or valuable papers This is not a complete list. You should read your policy contract to make sure you know what is and isn't covered. Our flood insurance counselors are also available to help you with questions. Does flood insurance cover the basement? There is limited coverage in the basement. Certain items used to service the residence are covered, like water heaters, furnaces, washers, and dryers. Carpeting and wall finishing are not covered. Neither is other personal property. Why choose GEICO to help you get flood insurance? If your home is in a community that participates in the NFIP you may be eligible for flood insurance at a modest cost through the Federal Government. This means insurance companies issue flood insurance that's administered by the Federal Government. By purchasing your flood insurance through the GEICO Insurance Agency, it will be part of your GEICO Portfolio. You will also get the same great service you expect. Big coverage for a small premium: Backed by the Federal Government Cover damages not covered by homeowners policies Rates tailored to your specific area How do I buy flood insurance? Get a flood insurance quote with GEICO by talking to one of our qualified agents. Call (800) 841-2964 to get a free flood insurance quote. Flood polices must be paid in full. Typically, payment can be rolled into your mortgage or paid by credit card. START QUOTE Flood Insurance Service and Claims It's easy to manage your policy, report a claim, or just chat about your flood insurance policy. You can reach a helpful agent at (855) 716-2302 (Assurant customers can call (855) 395-9765). To report a claim, please refer to our list of partners. Flood Insurance: Get the answers you're looking for. What can I do to help keep my home safe from floods? How do I make a flood claim? Does homeowners insurance cover flood damage? Where can I learn more about flood insurance? 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