Coming home to water damage is sure a nasty surprise! The good news is that your home insurance will likely cover the costs to repair your floor.
If the damage was caused by a named peril in your policy, you’ll be covered. Standard perils typically include fire, vandalism, and burst pipes (among others). If your water tank suddenly sprang a leak, you should be able to file a claim successfully.
Now, let’s look at damage to flooring that is typically not covered by a home insurance policy:
Best of luck with the installation of your new flooring!