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Home Insurance Costs Rise for All as Claims Become Costlier

Rising costs for wildfires, water damage and liability claims are driving home insurance prices to record highs.

Published Sep 9, 2026, 3:33 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Insurers are raising home insurance premiums after higher payouts for wildfires, water damage and liability claims. The increases are affecting homeowners across the board — including those who have never filed a claim — and are pushing prices to new record levels.