{"id":9226,"date":"2025-06-17T05:01:03","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T05:01:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/youset.ca\/?p=9226"},"modified":"2026-05-08T14:05:42","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T14:05:42","slug":"how-to-get-cheap-home-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/blog\/how-to-get-cheap-home-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get the Cheapest Home Insurance: Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homeowners are always looking for a great deal on home insurance, especially as the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.remax.ca\/costs-of-home-ownership\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cost of owning a home<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> continues to rise.<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But there\u2019s a big difference between cheap home insurance that still protects you and cheap home insurance that leaves you underinsured and vulnerable to serious risks. You never want to sacrifice coverage just to save a few dollars. What you save now could end up costing you hundreds, if not thousands, down the line if something goes wrong.<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, you\u2019ll learn how to get the cheapest <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/home-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home insurance<\/span><\/a> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">without <\/span><\/i> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sacrificing the protection you need by following a practical list of do\u2019s and don\u2019ts.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\t<section id=\"post-callout-block_6491e7a198f058e96b07eed47e8ddbe9\" class=\"post-block py-8\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"px-6 py-8 border-l-8 border-indigo-500 rounded-l-lg md:py-11 md:px-12 bg-grayBluish-50\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mb-6 text-grayBluish-900 h3\">Key takeaways<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"prose body-2 text-grayBluish-900\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Don\u2019t sacrifice coverage and cut corners when looking for the cheapest home insurance quote. Here are some practical tips to follow to ensure you get the best deal:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Know the average price of home insurance in your area\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Use a broker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bundle your home and car insurance\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Install fire and security systems to get a discount\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pay your premium for the year <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-get-the-cheapest-home-insurance-quote\">How to get the cheapest home insurance quote<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting the cheapest home insurance quote doesn\u2019t mean you have to sacrifice coverage and cut corners. Instead, make smart decisions that balance cost and coverage with a few strategic moves. Here are some practical do\u2019s and don\u2019ts to help you get the best deal:&nbsp;<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-know-the-average-price-of-home-insurance-in-your-area\">Know the average price of home insurance in your area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a calculator, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/free-home-insurance-calculator\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YouSet\u2019s home insurance calculator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, to find out how much others in your area are paying for insurance. This will help you gauge whether your quotes are fair and competitive.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, at YouSet, the average cost of home insurance is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/home-insurance\/location\/best-home-insurance-quotes-ontario\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$93 a month in Ontario<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/home-insurance\/location\/best-home-insurance-quotes-quebec\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$82 a month in Quebec<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You\u2019re encouraged to use these benchmarks to compare quotes, especially if you\u2019re a first-time homeowner without a past policy to reference.<\/span> &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-don-t-underinsure-yourself-just-to-save-money\">Don\u2019t underinsure yourself just to save money<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lowering your premium by removing coverage or reducing coverage limits can seem like a win\u2014until you find out you\u2019ve cut something important, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/blog\/is-water-damage-covered-by-my-home-insurance-policy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">water damage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Don\u2019t leave yourself dangerously exposed in a real emergency. Know what you\u2019re cutting before you commit, and make sure your policy actually protects your home and everything in it.&nbsp;<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-use-a-broker\">Use a broker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like you\u2019d compare prices and reviews before buying a new piece of furniture to ensure you\u2019re getting the best value, it pays to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/home-insurance-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shop around for home insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, too. <a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/blog\/perks-of-an-insurance-broker\/\">Online brokers like YouSet<\/a> not only save you time by comparing quotes from multiple insurers at once, but they also save you money with broker-exclusive rates and discounts you wouldn\u2019t get on your own. <\/span>\n\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t<section id=\"post-cta-block_00add46b76776551e0ede1bf0d5fb01c\" class=\"post-block pt-8 pb-8 lg:pb-20\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lg:flex justify-between items-center gap-x-6 rounded-lg bg-indigo-600 px-8 py-7 shadow-[0_2px_10px_0_theme(colors.surface.background.disabled)]\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"text-white lg:mb-0\">Get the best price on homeowners insurance year-after-year<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.app.youset.ca\/start?lng=en&#038;externalId=blog\" class=\"the-button the-button--white !text-text-primary\">Get a quote<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-don-t-choose-a-provider-just-because-your-cousin-did\">Don\u2019t choose a provider just because your cousin did<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just because an insurer is popular, recommended by family, or has a flashy ad doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019ll give you the best deal. Always compare multiple quotes. You might be surprised by how much you can save through alternative providers, like YouSet.&nbsp;<\/span> &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bundle-your-home-and-car-insurance\">Bundle your home and car insurance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/blog\/does-bundling-insurance-save-money\/?utm_source=organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;sourceId=sou_5cfb985153d64a9fb8cb3b54f5103ef1&amp;externalId=organic\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bundling your home and auto insurance<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a classic way to save, as you usually get both from the same provider. But that isn\u2019t always the cheapest option. YouSet takes it a step further by comparing mix-and-match bundles from different insurers to help you find the best overall deal.&nbsp;<\/span> &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-don-t-settle-for-the-first-quote-you-get\">Don\u2019t settle for the first quote you get<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While it&#8217;s easy to <a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/blog\/do-home-and-car-insurance-renew-automatically\/\">let your policy automatically renew<\/a>, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">it\u2019s always smart to shop around and compare quotes from multiple insurance providers so you know you\u2019re getting the best price. Just make sure you\u2019re comparing quotes with similar coverages and limits across the board. You want to compare apples to apples, not apples to oranges.\u00a0<\/span> \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-install-fire-and-security-systems-for-a-discount\">Install fire and security systems for a discount<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Ontario and Quebec, many insurance providers offer <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/blog\/do-monitored-fire-alarms-reduce-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">savings for homes equipped with monitored smoke alarms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, sprinkler systems, and security alarms, which can minimize the chance of theft or a fire. If your home already has them, it\u2019s worth asking your provider about a possible discount.&nbsp;<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-don-t-choose-a-deductible-you-can-t-afford\">Don\u2019t choose a deductible you can\u2019t afford<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/blog\/high-or-low-insurance-deductible\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increasing your deductible<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a common way to lower your insurance premium. However, be sure you can comfortably afford the higher deductible if you ever need to file a claim. Choosing one that\u2019s too high could leave you in a tough spot down the road.&nbsp;<\/span> &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pay-your-premium-for-the-year\">Pay your premium for the year<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many providers offer the option to pay your premium upfront for an entire year, and they often reward you for it. This can help you avoid the 2% to 4% interest charges that typically come with monthly payments. While it\u2019s not entirely feasible for everyone, it could be a smart move if your budget allows it.&nbsp;<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-don-t-skip-optional-coverage-because-it-s-optional\">Don\u2019t skip optional coverage because it\u2019s optional<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just because certain coverage options are labelled \u201coptional\u201d doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019re unnecessary. For example, it is strongly recommended that homeowners, particularly those living close to large bodies of water or in flood-prone areas, have overland, above-ground, and sewer backup coverage, even though they are \u201coptional.\u201d Always evaluate the specific risks to your home and location before opting out.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-should-you-shop-around-for-home-insurance\">Should you shop around for home insurance?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you should always shop around for home insurance. Comparing quotes helps you find the best coverage at the best price, but it\u2019s important to compare similar policies.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if one quote includes <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/blog\/what-is-overland-water-coverage\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">overland water coverage<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and another doesn\u2019t, the cheaper option might not actually be a better deal\u2013it could be missing the protection you need. So, always compare similar policies.&nbsp;<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, reviewing multiple policies can take time, which is why some people skip it altogether. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, using an insurance broker like YouSet can simplify the process, comparing quotes from multiple insurers at once. Brokers can also unlock exclusive rates and discounts you wouldn\u2019t be able to access on your own, saving you both time and money.&nbsp;<\/span> &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-get-the-best-home-insurance-quote\">How to get the best home insurance quote<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get the most accurate and competitive <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibc.ca\/insurance-basics\/home\/how-home-insurance-rates-are-set\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home insurance rate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll need to provide the right information. The more precise and transparent you are, the better your chances of securing a policy that fits your needs and budget.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few tips to help you get the best home insurance quote possible:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Provide accurate details about yourself and your home:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Incorrect or incomplete information can lead to inaccurate quotes or issues with claims later.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>If you don\u2019t know, ask:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Not sure about your home\u2019s construction year, roof type, or electrical system? It\u2019s worth double-checking so you don\u2019t run into problems down the road.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Be honest about previous claims: <\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insurers check your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youset.ca\/en\/blog\/home-insurance-claims\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">claims history<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so it\u2019s best to be upfront if you want the most accurate quote.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Have your current policy handy:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you&#8217;re switching providers, referencing your current policy makes it easier to compare coverage and avoid missing key areas.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Explore customizations: <\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providers like YouSet allow you to add, remove, and adjust coverage limits while instantly seeing the price difference. This helps you make well-informed decisions that balance your budget and coverage.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Expect to answer some follow-up questions:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Some insurers may require additional details before finalizing your quote, so be ready to answer anything that comes up.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-next-steps\">Next steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comparing home insurance quotes can be time-consuming, but with YouSet, it doesn\u2019t have to be. Our platform simplifies the process by comparing personalized offers from top providers, helping you find the right coverage for your home at the best possible price.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YouSet also automatically scans and applies exclusive discounts, so you don\u2019t miss out on potential savings. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.app.youset.ca\/start?\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get a personalized home insurance quote<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in just 4 minutes.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Homeowners are always looking for a great deal on home insurance, especially as the cost of owning a home continues to rise. But there\u2019s a big difference between cheap home insurance that still protects you and cheap home insurance that leaves you underinsured and vulnerable to serious risks. 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