New Rules for Roof Insurance: What Homeowners Need to Know in 2025

In recent years, homeowners have faced significant changes in how insurance companies handle roof claims particularly concerning wind and hail damage claims. Many insurers are transitioning from offering Replacement Cost Value (RCV) to Actual Cash Value (ACV) settlements for roofs older than ten years when they are damaged by wind or hail. This shift has substantial implications for homeowners, affecting claim payouts and out-of-pocket expenses for the homeowner.