How Can I Make My Des Moines, IA Home Insurance Cheaper

Gavop shows you how to buy homeowners insurance in Des Moines, IA by estimating coverage, choosing the right deductible, contacting the best agents, understanding claim requirements, comparing cheap rates, using discount options and reading reviews.

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Des Moines, IA - Neighbourhoods, Census Blocks & Streets 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom
Average Home Value Estimated Replacement Value Recommended Home Insurance Coverage Average Home Value Estimated Replacement Value Recommended Home Insurance Coverage
Crestview Rd, S 2nd St, Candlewick Dr, Railroad St, N 44th St, 105th Ln, Villa Dr, 10th Ave, Hardin Dr, Warren Ave $154,500 $140,000 $150,000-$175,000 $262,000 $210,000 $200,000-$250,000
Pinehurst Dr, 85th St, E County Line Rd, County Line Rd, Oakwood Dr, Highland Pl, Skyline Dr, Lakewood Pointe Dr, Lyle Murphy Dr, Fillmore Trl $88,000 $80,000 $50,000-$75,000 $170,000 $140,000 $150,000-$175,000
Park St, Albany Trl, 123rd Ln, Marlou Pkwy, S 8th St, N Dawson Ave, 43rd Ave, Co Rd R45, County Line Rd, Terrace Dr $115,500 $90,000 $100,000-$125,000 $187,000 $160,000 $150,000-$175,000
33rd Ave, 127th Ln, 91st Ln, Crescent Dr, Crestview Dr, W Co Rd R57, Carter Trl, 4th St, NW 27th St, Greenlee Ave $171,500 $140,000 $125,000-$150,000 $304,500 $260,000 $300,000-$350,000
N 60th St, Clover Hill Dr, Adams St, Patterson Dr, Depot St, East St, Carter St, Sunridge Dr, N Alice Ave, SE 80th Ave $183,000 $150,000 $200,000-$250,000 $203,000 $160,000 $200,000-$250,000

Estimate your Savings with Home Insurance Discounts in Des Moines, IA | Back to Top

Type Discount ($) Premium After Discount ($)
Multipolicy Discount -$144 $616
Superior Protection Discount -$68 $692
Fire & Security Discount -$84 $677
Hail Resistant Roof Discount -$15 $745
Newly Constructed Home Discount -$213 $548

Choose the Right Deductible for your Des Moines, IA Home | Back to Top

Low Deductible ($500) High Deductible ($2500)
Place Example Claim Amount Yearly Premium Total Yearly Cost Yearly Premium Total Yearly Cost Net Savings for High Deductible Plan
Warren County $2,000 $873 $2,873 $634 $2,634 $238
Des Moines, IA $1,500 $751 $2,251 $546 $2,046 $205
Bloomfield, IA $400 $742 $1,142 $539 $939 $203
Pleasant Hill, IA $1,000 $796 $1,796 $578 $1,578 $218
Stuart, IA $400 $664 $1,064 $482 $882 $181
Lucas County, IA $700 $584 $1,284 $425 $1,125 $160
Howard, IA $300 $929 $1,229 $675 $975 $254
Murray, IA $1,500 $494 $1,994 $359 $1,859 $135
Lafayette, IA $500 $886 $1,386 $644 $1,144 $242
Pilot Mound, IA $400 $787 $1,187 $572 $972 $215
Humeston, IA $2,000 $493 $2,493 $358 $2,358 $135

Identify Top Home Insurance Agents near Des Moines, IA | Back to Top

Home Insurance Company Des Moines, IA Homeowners Insurance Agency Des Moines, IA Address Popularity Score Distance from Des Moines (miles)
Liberty Mutual Independent Absolute Insurance Agency Llc 7400 University Ave Ste A, Clive, IA, 50325
6.0
State Farm Ben Buenzow 3273 100th St, Urbandale, IA, 50322-3845
8.3
Travelers Advantage Insurance 8421 University Blvd Ste G, Clive, IA, 50325
6.8
State Farm Terry Taylor 4115 University Ave Ste 100, Des Moines, IA, 50311-3574
3.8
State Farm Tim Forbes 325 8th Street Se, Altoona, IA, 50009
9.2
Allstate Betty Bebout 3636 Westown Pkwy Ste 101, West Des Moines, IA, 50266
7.6
State Farm Julie Helps 8818 Swanson Blvd., Clive, IA, 50325
7.0
State Farm Todd R Adamson 3210 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50317-3750
4.6
Liberty Mutual Independent Reynolds & Reynolds Inc 300 Walnut St Ste 200, Des Moines, IA, 50309
1.1
Farmers Michael Schultz 302 W 2nd Ave, Indianola, IA, 50125
15.0

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Place Typical Home Value Typical Home Insurance Costs 25th Percentile 75th Percentile Potential Savings & Difference between 25th & 75th Percentile
Iowa $137,200 $829 $600 $1,140 $540
Warren County, IA $171,400 $883 $630 $1,260 $630
Des Moines, IA $123,300 $760 $560 $1,070 $510
Bloomfield, IA $120,200 $751 $550 $1,040 $490
Pleasant Hill, IA $189,200 $806 $560 $1,110 $550
Stuart, IA $93,200 $672 $490 $920 $430
Lucas County, IA $84,900 $591 $400 $830 $430
Howard, IA $180,500 $940 $690 $1,330 $640
Murray, IA $57,200 $500 $350 $710 $360
Lafayette, IA $162,100 $897 $610 $1,260 $650
Pilot Mound, IA $127,100 $797 $550 $1,100 $550
Humeston, IA $57,000 $499 $360 $690 $330

Research Home Insurance Companies Reviews in Des Moines, IA Before Buying | Back to Top

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Lenox Mutual Insurance Home Insurance Reviews

Date: September 17, 2018    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Customer Service
Every time that I call this company the customer service has been very good. They are very helpful and want to make sure I get what I want.

Date: September 13, 2018    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Premium
I think that the premium is very fair. I know that there are several companies out there that offer coverage and the premiums are higher than what I am paying.

Date: September 12, 2018    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Premium
Its the cheapest quote I found, after talking to many insurance companies. Other companies like progressive charge 500 or more dollars annually, while with lemonade, I can get the same coverage for half the price.

Date: September 04, 2018    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Premium
the premium is better because the security or the call ceneter answers fast and is prompt if there are any burglaries they are always onthe money

Date: August 31, 2018    Age: Above 60    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Communication
I like the fact that this company is always available. I always can get someone on the phone whenever I call.

Date: August 25, 2018    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Unmarried

Website/App
I dislike that the alarm system is not as modern or technoligical as others out there, and i also dislike that everytime i open any door in the house it makes a beeping noise

Date: August 16, 2018    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Policy Offerings
my insurance provider covers liability, damages by natural calamities and provides medical coverage to people injured on my property. It also provides some expenses while my home is being repaired


Date: August 14, 2018    Age: 40 to 49    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Unmarried

Customer Service
On the app, the one who interacts with us is not an actual person, but a bot. I don't like chatting with a bot. And if I call them on phone, it takes forever to get hold of a customer associate. I don't like this.

Date: August 08, 2018    Age: 50 to 59    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Policy Offerings
I believe that my dwelling is covered, and everything in my home is covered also. I am not sure about anything that is not attached to my home.


Date: July 30, 2018    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Communication
my insurance company there isnt much i do not like about them but i willl say that i wish they were up in techonology because it seems a little dated

Date: January 01, 2018    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Customer Service
i like the customer service they are very friendly and is always willing to help if their are any questions or concerns

Date: January 01, 2018    Age: 50 to 59    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Unmarried

Policy Offerings
my lawn and inner house is covered as well as my dogs my cats my furniture and all apparel and appliances, I am glad I have ADT it gives me the protection I am looking for


Date: November 18, 2017    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Website/App
I have never used the company's app. There are a few times that I was able to access the company's website and I didn't have any issues with that.

Date: November 18, 2017    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Website/App
It looks user-friendly. The layout is very simple. It took me less than 5 minutes to enter my information and buy the insurance. One more good thing is that the app never freezes or crashes.

Progressive Home Insurance Reviews

Date: July 09, 2019    Age: 40 to 49    Gender: Married    Marital Status: Male

Customer Service
i have had a very pleaseant expierience when it comes to home insurance.i have not chosen a home insurance that i would like to go with, but when i do i know thati will be handled with care and respect.

Date: March 30, 2019    Age: 40 to 49    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Premium
Our policy deductible compared to other policies i have read about seems quite reasonable. I have ta]led to other people and I still think our policy deductible exceeds theirs.

Date: September 16, 2018    Age: 50 to 59    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Unmarried

Customer Service
they are easy to speak to and have call centers which are understanding and local to me. they answer the phone promptly and with good manners.

Date: September 04, 2018    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Website/App
It is easy to navigate, and easy to find any information I am looking for on there. There are convenient links to contact the company if I needed fo.

Date: September 01, 2018    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Premium
I think the cost of my insurance is very competitive for a mobile home insurance policy. I have looked at other policies with less coverage that charge more for it, so I believe I am probably getting a good rate.

Date: August 30, 2018    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Communication
we get leaflets and emails regarding romotions and hard copies of any changes to terms and conditions. this is very effective at keeping us updated

Date: August 23, 2018    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Policy Offerings
The house itself has covered as well as outbuildings. I also have an additional $15,000 in coverage for items in the house in the event of theft or other damage that results in a loss of things inside my home.


Date: August 06, 2018    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Communication
Everything is communicated largely via email. But emails are sent in a timely manner for all pertinent matters involving my policies with them, I never have to go hunt up information.

Date: August 03, 2018    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Policy Offerings
My electrical goods such as washing machine, television set and playstation. also i have additional cover for mobile phone and laptop which are covered in and out of my house.


Date: May 15, 2018    Age: 40 to 49    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Unmarried

Customer Service
It is really easy to contact them online. I don't really have to make a phone call, which I don't have time for and prefer to avoid. I like that I can do what I need to through online means rather than sitting on the phone.

Date: March 11, 2018    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Unmarried

Website/App
very informative and easy to navigate to sections you need such as payments and what is covered. also section ot make a claim.

Date: November 28, 2017    Age: Above 60    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Unmarried

Premium
average premium. some companies charge less however i feel you get what you pay for. some companies do not cover mobile goods out of home

GEICO Home Insurance Reviews

Date: February 04, 2019    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Policy Offerings
The home insurance provides a lot of coverage options to choose from and is similar to the other insurance available in the area.


Date: September 20, 2018    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Premium
I've never really had another insurance company for my home owner's policy because of the premium. I think that our policy was one of the cheapest ones that there was that we knew would cover everything that we needed it to cover.

Date: September 18, 2018    Age: 40 to 49    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Policy Offerings
Flood, fire, bodily injury on our property, weather damage including roofs, a certain amount of monetary coverage in case something happens.


Date: September 13, 2018    Age: 40 to 49    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Communication
I liked that there was the option to communicate with a live person if we wanted to but there was really no need to do so. We could complete all of the tasks without talking to anyone else.

Date: September 01, 2018    Age: 50 to 59    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Customer Service
The customer service was awesome since we didn't have to interact with a real human to get all of the things that we needed help with when we needed the accident, we just had to send pictures and copies of receipts.

Date: March 07, 2018    Age: Above 60    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Website/App
We had to file a claim when a tree took down our fence and was also in the neighbor's yard. We did it online and it took a maximum of 10 minutes. We got the insurance money quickly.

State Farm Home Insurance Reviews

Date: January 13, 2020    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Unmarried

Premium
The deductible are the same as other insurance companies. The premiums are probably a bit higher but the service is worth it in my mind.

Date: October 09, 2019    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Unmarried

Premium
I feel they are the same as other companies. It has been awhile since i shopped companies, but I feel it is close to standard as other companies.

Date: December 29, 2018    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Premium
State Farm is comparable to other home insurance companies in regards to the premium and deductible. We chose them because we have experience dealing with State Farm through our auto insurance.

Farm Bureau Home Insurance Reviews

Date: August 19, 2019    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Unmarried

Customer Service
Very nice and understanding. She helped me find the answer I needed and she was very patient.

Date: December 10, 2018    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Customer Service
My experience is that it cost too much money and I would rate it at a 2 because the service we get isn't all that great either. We have been with them for a little over 5 years now and it keeps increasing.

American Family Insurance Home Insurance Reviews

Date: September 09, 2019    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Unmarried

Customer Service
their customer care service is the best ,their prices are affordable and their website is very user friendly.i signed up and changed from insurance company and it is better compared to my last one.

Date: May 28, 2019    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Married    Marital Status: Male

Premium
You choose your deductible amount along with your coverage limits, and are expected to pay up to the deductible amount before your insurance company steps in to help. .

American Integrity Insurance Home Insurance Reviews

Date: November 09, 2018    Age: 20 to 29    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Website/App
I like it a lot because you are always on the lookout and answer for everything that is within your reach

American Home Shield Home Insurance Reviews

Date: January 02, 2019    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Female    Marital Status: Married

Customer Service
It took us hours on the phone just to get to the right department. And days for them to return a call for our concern.

Allstate Home Insurance Reviews

Date: November 30, 2018    Age: 30 to 39    Gender: Male    Marital Status: Married

Premium
The premium and deductible policy of my home insurance versus the policies of others isn't really that great. But I don't know other policies as well as my own.

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