Travelers, Safeco and Progressive Insurance are 3 of our favorite homeowners insurance and automobile insurance providers to quote and sell in Oklahoma because…..

1. they offer excellent coverages

2. their claim service is what you expect it to be and

3. they offer rate stability….they don’t price gouge you on your renewal.

You can always get a quote easily on our website. Click here to get one now.

Most Independent Insurance Agents represent 10 or more companies homeowner insurance companies in Oklahoma and they are usually willing to quote any of them.  That is where Statewide Insurance Agency is different….we only quote products of companies with proven track records of price,  coverage and service stability.

Furthermore, you do not have to ask us to review your home insurance policy when it renews…..we do it automatically as one of the agencies most important processes.

Please consider Statewide Insurance Agency the next time you need a quote on your home or car insurance in Oklahoma.

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Update: February 23, 2020

Here is my latest update for home insurance in Oklahoma….*

1.  Progressive Insurance:  They still offer an excellent value and are a good long term choice for many consumers
2. Safeco Insurance (a Liberty Mutual Company):  This is, by far, the biggest change on my update.  Bundling discounts with Safeco pretty much require you to place your home and car insurance with them; however, their package is going to be very strong for consumers with good credit and good loss history.
3. State Farm Insurance:  They offer excellent service and good long term value for some consumers.  Their pricing varies quite a bit but they are worthy of consideration.
4. Allstate Insurance:  They have aggressive growth strategies in Oklahoma and so their pricing is good in some areas for some consumers…I’m not sure about their rate stability and consumers should ask about discounts that diminish or totally go away after the first year!
5. Encompass Insurance (an Allstate Insurance Company):  For many years Encompass was the “high value home” solution offered by Allstate.  Now Encompass is available for dwelling coverage as low as $150,000 and as high as $3M.  They have excellent coverages and they are becoming increasingly competitive.

• Disclosure – Statewide Insurance Agency represents Progressive, Safeco and Encompass but not State Farm or Allstate.

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Our Experience:  As of this writing, every staff person has an Oklahoma Agents License to service and sale and our staff of 7 has 108 years of combined personal insurance experience.

Our Motivation:  We desire slow, steady growth through long term client relationships.

Our Commitment:  To place your best interest above our own.

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1. Most home insurance policies do not cover earthquake damage.
2. Even if you don’t live in an area where earthquakes are common, you may still need earthquake insurance.

Earthquakes have occurred in 39 states since 1900, and about 90% of Americans live in areas considered seismically active. For many of our neighbors in Oklahoma, earthquake insurance can be inexpensive – contact Statewide Insurance Agency to find out what the costs would be for your home.

Earthquake insurance can have many options

Most homeowner, condo and rental insurance policies do not cover damage caused by an earthquake, but coverage can be purchased as an endorsement or a separate policy. You may be able to choose to purchase earthquake insurance from the same company that provides your home insurance, from a specialized earthquake insurance provider, or from an independent organization.

Does Oklahoma really need earthquake insurance?

In all likelihood, almost the entire US would be better protected by purchasing earthquake insurance. Consider the facts:

In the West: According to the U.S. Geological Survey, there is a 70 percent probability that one or more damaging earthquakes of magnitude 6.7 or larger will strike the San Francisco Bay area during the next 30 years.

In the East: The Earthquake Education Center at Charleston Southern University claims there’s a 40 to 60 percent chance of a major earthquake somewhere in the eastern United States in the next 20 years.

In the Midwest: According to the Insurance Information Institute, there’s a 40 to 63 percent chance the New Madrid Fault (which runs through Arkansas, Kentucky, Missouri and Tennessee) region will suffer an earthquake with a 6.0 magnitude in the next 15 years.

What does earthquake insurance cover?

Earthquake insurance provides coverage if your home is damaged by an earthquake. Standard homeowner and renters policies will not cover earthquake damage. Earthquake insurance is a separate endorsement you must buy and add to your homeowner or renters policy.

An earthquake endorsement generally excludes damages or losses from floods and tidal waves – even when caused or compounded by an earthquake. However, if you experience a loss due to a landslide, settlement, mudflow, or the rising, sinking and contracting of earth, your endorsement may cover it if the damage resulted from an earthquake.

There are several options to consider when purchasing earthquake insurance, including:

• Does the policy cover only your home? Are other structures, such as garages, also included?
• Will your policy pay for the contents of your home and for additional living expenses if your home is badly damaged or destroyed?
• Are there any exclusions or limitations to coverage?
• What deductible must you pay before the insurance kicks in?

Earthquakes are happening in Oklahoma – here’s how you can protect yourself

• Make sure your water heater, gas appliances, and other fixtures are fastened securely.
• Check that bookcases and furniture are secure and fastened to walls.
• Have a family emergency plan that all family members know. Designate a meeting place outside the home where family members can gather once the danger has passed.
• Designate a distant relative or friend who can serve as a point of contact and communication for you and your family members if you get separated.
• Plan ahead. Keep flashlights, batteries, and candles on hand. Have a portable radio.
• Be sure everyone in your house knows how to turn off utilities (electricity, water, and gas).
• When shopping for earthquake insurance, ask the company to help you identify possible repairs and other improvements that will make your home safer and minimize damage.

What to do when an earthquake strikes

If you are inside when an earthquake hits, stay inside and get under a heavy table or desk. Stay away from windows. Do not evacuate the building unless emergency personnel direct you to leave.

If you are outside, get away from buildings and power lines, and remember that stone and masonry facings can break loose and fall away from upper parts of buildings.

If you are in a car, stop safely away from structures, large trees, power lines, and other hazards. Stay inside the vehicle.

Keep in mind:

• Don’t use candles until gas lines are checked. Also, check throughout your home before you use certain utilities, such as water and electric, sewage connections, and even chimneys.
• Don’t tie up phone lines except to report emergencies.
• Be prepared. Remember that you will need food and water, even for the short term. Keep your family together and stay alert for aftershocks.

Earthquake insurance needs can vary significantly – talk to us today to find out how to get the best price and value on earthquake insurance for you.

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