If your home has suffered wear and tear over the years or you need more space to accommodate your growing family, you may want to renovate your Albany, NY abode. Home renovations provide a practical means for upgrading and restoring a home. If home renovations are in your immediate future, talk to us at NY Twin Bridges Insurance Agency to see how these renovations will affect your home insurance coverage and cost.

Increase in Home Value   

Major home improvements like a new roof, new bathroom and kitchen remodel will increase the value of your property, especially if you use costly materials to get that “designer look.” You’ll need to update your insurance to cover the new value of your home.

Ideally, you should have enough dwelling coverage to replace your home if it’s lost in a fire or natural disaster. Once renovations are done, your NY Twins Bridges Insurance agent can help you determine how much dwelling insurance you need to fully protect your home.

Protection for New Renovations

You’ll also need to update your policy to add home renovations to your coverage as they weren’t a part of your policy when you first got it.

Discount on Insurance Cost

Home upgrades that improve the safety and security of your home may qualify you for a discount on your home insurance premium. These include upgrades to your electrical, HVAC and plumbing system which can help reduce the risk of fire and water damage. A new alarm system or home automation system will enhance the security of your property which may result in paying less for your coverage. By updating your insurance policy you can take advantage of these savings.

To learn more about home insurance options, coverage and costs, contact NY Twin Bridges Insurance Agency in Albany, NY.