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How long do insurance claims stay on your record?

By Insuregear · 4 min read · Updated June 18, 2026

Most claims and accidents affect your auto rates for about three to five years, and stay visible in industry databases (like CLUE) for around seven. Home claims work similarly.

The takeaway

Because surcharges fade over time, it's worth re-shopping as old claims age off — a carrier that penalized you may now be competitive.

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