Planning a Home Renovation? Update Your Insurance First

Planning a Home Renovation? Update Your Insurance First

| June 02, 2026

Summer is peak renovation season in Chicagoland.

Projects often include:

  • Kitchen remodels

  • Additions

  • Outdoor kitchens

  • Roof replacements

  • Basement finishing

What Needs Updating

Replacement Cost
Upgrades increase rebuilding cost.

Builder’s Risk Coverage
Large projects may require temporary coverage.

Contractor Verification
Always request certificates of insurance.

Vacancy Clauses
If you move out during construction, coverage may shift.

Insurance should adjust before construction begins — not after.