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Does home insurance cover a bed bug infestation?

My daughter came home from a trip out of town and somehow brought bed bugs back with her. It’s pretty awful and we’re not sure what to do. Will our home insurance cover a bed bug infestation?

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Emily Maracle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Oh no! Bed bugs are tricky and incredibly stressful, but it’s more common than you’d think. In most cases, your home insurance won’t cover a bed bug infestation.
While it’s not anyone’s fault and completely accidental, most
home insurance
policies exclude:
  • Insects
  • Vermin
  • Birds
  • Rodents
Insurance companies believe infestations are from neglect or improper maintenance. Although this isn’t the case in your situation, you likely won’t be able to submit a claim for the fumigation and removal of the bed bugs.
That said, it never hurts to reach out to your insurance company. Every company is different, so asking questions about your coverage will ensure you’re taking advantage of all of your policy’s benefits.
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