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The HO3 and HO5 policies both cover a policyholder's house on an open peril basis. The difference is in how it protects personal property. HO5 comes with better coverage, meaning it also comes with a higher price. The value is based on whether the additional cost is worth the benefit.

Additional HO-3 policy exclusions Floods and earthquakes are two of the most common perils that many insurers won't cover. In most cases, homeowners looking for protection against these perils will need to seek out a separate earthquake or flood insurance policy.

An HO-1 insurance policy is the most basic form of homeowners coverage. It protects the physical structure of a home from circumstances specifically listed on the policy. An HO-1 home insurance policy does not provide coverage for liability, personal belongings, or additional living expenses — only the dwelling itself.

The Homeowners Policy Special Form 3 (HO 3) is part of the Insurance Services Office, Inc. (ISO), homeowners forms portfolio. The HO 3 insures the described owner-occupied dwelling, private structures in connection with the dwelling, unscheduled personal property on and away from the premises, and loss of use.

An HO2 policy is another basic homeowners insurance policy. It covers the 10 perils listed on an HO1 policy, and some additional perils, including falling objects, and weight of snow, sleet, or ice. In total, it covers 16 perils. The HO2 provides more protection than the HO1, but not as much as an HO3.

A homeowners insurance (HO-3) policy is a coverage plan that covers your home's structure, your personal belongings and liability in the event of damage or injury. Typically, an HO-3 policy will also cover additional living expenses and protection for other structures on your property.

Special Form (HO3) HO1 and HO2 policies are examples of “named perils policies.” That means they only cover dangers that are specifically listed in the policy. HO3 policies are “open peril policies”. That means they'll cover all dangers except those specifically excluded in the policy documents.

An HO-1 policy, known as a “bare bones” plan, offers the most basic form of home insurance for property owners. It's a named peril policy, typically providing coverage for Other Structures, Personal Property, Loss of Use, Liability and the 10 common perils listed, including damage from theft, fire, and hail.