Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Water Damage?

Couple using a bucket to collect water leaking from the ceiling while calling the plumber on a cellphone to prevent water damage.

We welcome clean fresh water in our kitchens and bathrooms, but sometimes water arrives uninvited and causes damage. Will your homeowners insurance pay for damage from unwanted water in your home? Like many things in life, the answer is: It depends. What insurance covers In general, homeowners insurance covers water damage that is “sudden and […]

Finding, Repairing and Preventing Wood Rot

An old house with wood rot on exterior from termites and sun exposure.

Water is essential to life, but water in the wrong places around your home can wreak destruction. Interior framing, eaves, window frames — all of these and more are subject to wood rot and can be expensive to repair. Here’s how to spot, fix and prevent damage around your house. Where wood rot occurs When […]

Leak Detectors Prevent Disastrous Water Damage

Leaking steel pipe under sink with water drops would be prevented with leak detectors.

Statistically, you are more likely to suffer expensive water damage in your home than a fire or burglary. Each year homeowners file more than $10 billion in water damage claims with insurance companies. Advancing technology offers monitoring and leak detectors that can sense and stop a leak quickly and spare your home big damage. Here’s […]

Preventing Water Damage in Your Home

Woman distraught over water damage in her home. Looking up at mold buildup in corner of room.

Water is essential for our personal health, but water leaks at home can cause costly damage. Use these tips to troubleshoot your house from top to bottom to prevent a budget-busting nightmare. Your roof and adjoining structures Regular annual roof inspection and maintenance are essential, as loose shingles or flashing can lead to leaks. Extreme […]