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A percentage hurricane deductible is generally based on dwelling coverage rather than the repair bill. The amount can be much larger than an ordinary all-other-perils deductible.
What to include in your estimate
Check the declarations page for the applicable percentage and triggering language. Compare the calculated amount with accessible emergency savings before storm season.
Turn this guide into a real Florida estimate
Do not copy a statewide average into your budget. Collect these four inputs for the exact household, address, policy, service or transaction you are considering.
| Input to verify | What to do |
|---|---|
| Dwelling coverage limit | Collect the exact figure or document. |
| Applicable deductible percentage | Confirm what the quoted amount includes. |
| Policy trigger wording | Compare the same item across providers or locations. |
| Accessible emergency savings | Record the renewal, deadline or contingency. |
- Save the source, quote date and contact name.
- Convert annual and irregular costs into monthly amounts.
- Compare at least two complete scenarios using the same assumptions.
- Add a cash contingency before making the decision.
Useful result: a documented estimate you can update—not an unsupported promise of an exact Florida price.