Home Insurance in Joliet, IL

We Help You Protect Your J-Town Investment

Positioned about 40 miles southwest of Chicago, Joliet is a vibrant and energetic place to call home. Original Victorian houses and limestone buildings coexist with mid-century modern and brand-new structures. Whether you live in the Cathedral Area in the heart of our city, Lakewood Prairie on the west side or closer to Pitcher Park Nature Center, your Illinois home is an investment that's worth protecting.

J-town is growing fast. Home prices are on the rise, and the average house sells above the listing price. The median value of a residence in Joliet is a little more than $200,000. Whether you've just purchased a house or owned a place for years, covering your residence with home insurance in Joliet IL is one of the most important steps you can take.

Fortunately, property crime rates in Joliet are below the state average. No matter where you live, though, it's necessary to protect your residence from theft and vandalism. If you own a high-value home or items such as jewelry and fine art, VIU by HUB has insurance to cover expenses associated with those losses.

VIU by HUB Helps You Meet Your Budget

The right home insurance policy should encompass everything you want to protect while fitting into your budget. The experts at VIU by HUB are positioned to offer you a custom plan that fits your individual needs.

There are steps you can take to lower the cost of home insurance in Joliet IL. Talk to a VIU by HUB broker about:

• Improving your home security systems — You should already have a smoke detector, but you can consider adding deadbolt locks to your exterior doors and installing a burglar alarm. You may even think about installing a fire sprinkler system that alerts first responders.
• Improving your home's disaster resistance — Joliet weather can bring snow and ice in the winter, adding the risk of heavy snowfall that can damage your roof, ice storms that cause tree limbs to break and power lines to fall, and freezing temperatures that can cause pipes to leak and burst. You may lower your insurance premiums by reinforcing your roof and upgrading your plumbing and electrical system.
• Raising your deductible — if you can afford to set aside the cost of a higher deductible, you can lower your premiums by choosing this option. Your deductible is the amount you pay before your insurance claim begins covering costs.
• Reviewing your policy regularly — Life changes quickly, and your needs for home insurance in Joliet IL can, too. If you've remodeled or made improvements to your residence, you may need to update your policy. Your living arrangement can also affect your premiums. If you are recently retired, for example, and spending more time at home, you may be less susceptible to fire or burglary since you're there during the day.

We Help Cover You Against Liability

While no one wants to think about the possibility of someone getting injured during a visit, it can happen. Ask your VIU by HUB broker about liability coverage. Your home insurance policy can include some coverage. A personal umbrella insurance policy can offer you more protection in the event someone is injured while on your property. It can help you pay for attorney fees, court costs and other items that go beyond basic coverage.

This information is intended for general informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal advice.