Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County Flood Insurance
NFIP and private flood insurance for homes, condos and businesses across Palm Beach County, from the coast to the western communities.
What to know
Palm Beach County Flood: the details that matter
Flood isn't only a coastal problem here. The Intracoastal and beach communities face storm surge, while inland areas like Wellington, Royal Palm Beach and The Acreage flood from heavy rain. Homeowners and condo policies exclude flood, so it needs its own policy.
- NFIP vs. private floodNFIP is backed by the federal government. Private flood can offer higher limits, replacement cost on contents and sometimes shorter waiting periods.
- The 30-day waitMost new NFIP policies take effect 30 days after purchase, so buy before hurricane season, not when a storm is forecast.
- Outside a high-risk zoneMany flood claims come from moderate- and low-risk zones, where coverage is often inexpensive.
- Citizens policyholdersFlorida now requires Citizens policyholders to carry flood insurance, phased in by home value.
Your coverage checklist
What a good policy includes
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Building coverage
Contents coverage
Elevation certificate review
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Excess flood for high-value homes
Business flood for commercial property
FAQ
Common questions
Do I need flood insurance if I'm not in a flood zone?
Your lender may not require it, but homeowners policies exclude flood and many claims happen outside high-risk zones. It's worth pricing.
Can I get more than NFIP's limits?
Yes. Excess and private flood policies provide higher limits for higher-value homes and buildings.
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