Iowa FAIR Plan insurance

Can't get home insurance in Iowa? The Iowa FAIR Plan can help.

The Iowa FAIR Plan provides basic property insurance for Iowa homes and buildings that can't get coverage from a standard insurance company. Only a licensed insurance agent can apply for you — that's where we come in.

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About the plan

What is the Iowa FAIR Plan?

The Iowa FAIR Plan Association (IFPA) is Iowa's property insurance option of last resort. It exists for property owners who have tried the regular insurance market and come up empty.

IFPA policies provide basic coverage — generally less than a standard insurance company policy — through two programs: dwelling property and commercial property.

Applications can only be submitted by a licensed insurance agent. As an independent agency that sells the Iowa FAIR Plan, Unquoting handles the application for you.

Visit the official Iowa FAIR Plan Association website (opens in a new tab)

Who it's for

Iowa property owners who heard no.

Homes & dwellings

Owner-occupied homes that standard insurers have declined or canceled.

Rental dwellings

Landlords who lost coverage on a single family or multifamily property.

Commercial buildings

Commercial property that can't find coverage in the regular market.

Older & hard-to-insure homes

Older roofs, past claims or other issues that make insurers say no.

Good to know

Before you apply.

FAIR Plans are an insurer of last resort. We'll check the regular market first, then apply to the Iowa FAIR Plan for you if it's the right fit.

  • Coverage is basic and is usually less than a standard homeowners policy.
  • Flood isn't covered by FAIR Plan policies — ask us about flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program.
  • Eligibility follows the Plan's underwriting guidelines; we'll check your property before applying.

The cost of going uninsured

Without insurance, you pay the bill.

These are the average costs of a single homeowners insurance claim. Without coverage, Iowa homeowners pay costs like these out of pocket, and a lender may add expensive force-placed insurance to your mortgage.

Get covered: call (888) 928-9324

Average cost of one homeowners claim, by cause

Average cost of a homeowners insurance claim, by cause of lossFire and lightning $88,170; liability $37,174; water damage and freezing $15,400; wind and hail $14,747; theft $5,524. National averages, 2019 to 2023, from ISO/Verisk via the Insurance Information Institute. Fire & lightning: $88,170 average claim Fire & lightning $88,170 Liability (injury & property damage): $37,174 average claim Liability (injury & property damage) $37,174 Water damage & freezing: $15,400 average claim Water damage & freezing $15,400 Wind & hail: $14,747 average claim Wind & hail $14,747 Theft: $5,524 average claim Theft $5,524
National averages, 2019–2023 (excludes Alaska, Texas and Puerto Rico). Source: ISO, a Verisk Analytics business, via the Insurance Information Institute.
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Average homeowners claim cost by cause of loss
Cause of lossAverage claim
Fire & lightning$88,170
Liability (injury & property damage)$37,174
Water damage & freezing$15,400
Wind & hail$14,747
Theft$5,524

How it works

Three steps to covered.

  1. Tell us about the property

    One quick phone call or email. No documents needed to start.

  2. We check eligibility & quote

    A licensed Insurance Agent reviews the Iowa FAIR Plan rules and prices your coverage.

  3. Get covered

    We handle the application and point out any gaps worth filling with add-on policies.

FAQ

Iowa FAIR Plan questions.

Still unsure? Call (888) 928-9324 — we'll tell you in minutes whether the Iowa FAIR Plan fits.

What is the Iowa FAIR Plan?

The Iowa FAIR Plan Association (IFPA) provides basic property insurance for Iowa property owners who can't get coverage in the voluntary insurance market. It is meant as a last resort.

Can I apply to the Iowa FAIR Plan myself?

No. Only a licensed insurance agent can submit an application to the Iowa FAIR Plan Association. Unquoting can apply on your behalf.

What kinds of property does the Iowa FAIR Plan insure?

The Iowa FAIR Plan has dwelling property and commercial property programs. We'll confirm whether your property qualifies under the Plan's guidelines.

Does the Iowa FAIR Plan cover as much as a regular policy?

Usually not. IFPA policies provide basic coverage and generally less coverage than standard insurance companies. We'll explain what's included and where the gaps are.

How do I get an Iowa FAIR Plan quote?

Call Unquoting at (888) 928-9324 or email mail@unquoting.com. Quotes are free and there's no obligation.

Other states we serve

FAIR Plan help in five states.

Don't go uninsured.

Get your free Iowa FAIR Plan quote today from a licensed Insurance Agent.