Water Damage: What’s Covered and What’s Not?
Some sudden and accidental water damage may be covered, but flood, seepage, repeated leaks, and maintenance-related issues are often excluded.
Some sudden and accidental water damage may be covered, but flood, seepage, repeated leaks, and maintenance-related issues are often excluded.
Wind and hail deductibles may be separate from standard deductibles and may be a percentage of the insured property value.
Claims history may affect future premiums, underwriting eligibility, and available carrier options.
Roof age and condition can affect insurance pricing, eligibility, deductibles, inspections, and claim outcomes.
Replacement cost usually pays to replace property with new property of similar kind and quality, while actual cash value subtracts depreciation.
Homeowners insurance does not cover every loss, and exclusions such as flood, earth movement, wear and tear, and maintenance issues may apply.
A homeowners policy commonly includes dwelling, other structures, personal property, liability, medical payments, and additional living expense coverage.