Flooding is the #1 natural disaster in the United States, and it’s more common—and costly—than many homeowners realize. While clients may think they’re not at risk because they’re outside of high-risk zones, the reality tells a different story.
Flooding Can Happen Anywhere
Here are real-world examples of unexpected flooding that caused devastation in low- and moderate-risk areas:
- Flagstaff, AZ (2021): Flash floods tore through areas far from designated high-risk zones, leaving homeowners with thousands in uninsured damages.
- Asheville, NC (2024): Heavy rains caused widespread flooding in neighborhoods considered “safe,” resulting in catastrophic financial losses for families without coverage.
- Tennessee (2020): Flash floods submerged entire communities, including properties that were never classified as high-risk.
These examples aren’t isolated events. In fact, over 20% of flood claims come from properties outside FEMA-designated high-risk flood zones. Even a single inch of water in a home can cause up to $25,000 in damage, leaving uninsured homeowners struggling to recover.
What You Can Do
With Orion180, you can provide flood insurance solutions for every client:
- Embedded Flood Insurance: Seamlessly quote flood in every Surplus HO3 policy—it’s seamlessly integrated into the quoting process.
- Standalone Flood Insurance: Offer our tailored, competitive coverage for homeowners in both standard and surplus markets.
- Fair, Data-Driven Pricing: Our property-specific pricing model ensures competitive rates for properties in both low- and high-risk areas, based on actual risk factors like elevation and proximity to water sources.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your territory manager.