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Dwelling Coverage

The portion of your homeowners policy that pays to repair or rebuild the physical structure of your home after a covered event. Dwelling coverage should reflect the full cost to rebuild your home, not its market value. It covers the walls, roof, foundation, and attached structures like a garage.

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