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How to Dry Carpet Fast
Need help taking care of a wet carpet fast? Follow this guide to dry wet carpets quickly, and to find out what homeowners insurance does and doesn’t cover.
Kathryn Mae Kurlychek
Is Water and Sewer Line Insurance Worth It?
Damage to your sewer and water lines can cause thousands of dollars in repairs. Water and sewer insurance for your home can help you with those costs.
Rochelle Miller-Hernandez
How Long Can a Sump Pump Run Continuously?
Depending on the quality of the sump pump, it can run continuously up to 24 hours, but there are risks. Read this article to learn about problems with sump pumps running.
Cheryl Knight
Does Home Insurance Cover a Leaking Shower?
Under very specific circumstances, you may be able to claim on home insurance for bathroom leaks and leaking showers, especially if you use certain clauses. Here's what you need to know.
Elan Mcafee
What Is a Sump Pump and How Does it Work?
Sump pumps are devices that redirect groundwater and prevent your basement from flooding. Here's what you should know about sump pumps and how they work.
Elan Mcafee
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Sump Pump Failure?
Find out how you can protect your home from a sump pump breakdown with this guide. Get an insurance endorsement to get coverage on sump pump failure.
Cheryl Knight
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Polybutylene Pipes?
Many older homes have polybutylene pipes, which will eventually break and cause leaks. Because of the large risk, most basic homeowners insurance policies won't cover polybutylene pipes.
Brady Klopfer
What Is Water Backup Coverage for Your Basement?
Here’s everything you need to know about water backup coverage on your homeowners insurance so you can decide if it’s right for you.
Brady Klopfer
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Deteriorated or Corroded Cast Iron Pipes?
Cast iron pipes will corrode over time, so be sure to maintain them or you'll be accountable for damages and homeowner's insurance won't cover you.
Jason Unrau
How Much Water Damage Will Total a Car?
Water isn’t good for your car’s metal and electrical parts. Freshwater and seawater can make your car a total loss if the water is deep enough or completely submerges your car.
Jason Unrau
Tesla Model S Floats Like a Boat
Tesla has built a solid reputation for making some of the best electric cars on the market. But could some of its cars, like the Model S, really double as a boat?
Ru Chen
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Sewer Line Damage?
Your homeowners insurance may not cover sewer line damage, especially if it is due to wear and tear or a problem that grew over time. Here's what you need to know about sewer line damage and insurance.
Jason Unrau
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Broken Pipes?
A broken pipe inside your home has the ability to flush thousands of dollars out of your wallet if you don’t have coverage. Here's what you should know about broken pipes and your homeowners insurance.
Jason Unrau
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Leaky Plumbing Joints and Seals?
This is an overview of plumbing coverage under homeowners insurance. Learn which plumbing issues are covered, how to prevent leaky plumbing, and more.
Jason Unrau
Signs of a Flood Damaged Car
Detecting water damage in a used car before buying includes checking the title and the VIN and looking for rust, water lines, and odd smells. Read this guide to learn how to detect water and flood damage.
Nicholas Wilson
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover a Water Leak?
Insurance for water leaks in your home typically depends on what type of home insurance you've purchased and how the damage came about.
Rochelle Miller-Hernandez
All Questions on Water Damage
How do I get mud off my plastic car interior?
I was hiking yesterday when I got hit by an unexpected thunderstorm. I made my way back to the car, but unfortunately, I tracked mud all over my plastic interior. I love my hikes in the forest, but I also love a clean car! What's the best way to get rid of mud?
Emily Maracle
How do I check for flood damage to my car?
What are the signs of flood damage to a car? I live near a flood site and I’m worried my car might be damaged. I want to know if it’s still safe to drive or if I should have a professional take a look at it.
Hana Sabah
Does home insurance cover burst frozen pipes?
We had a crazy winter storm that was a lot worse than expected. We did everything we could to protect our home, but we still ended up with burst frozen pipes. Since we have home insurance, we’re considering submitting a claim. Will home insurance cover burst frozen pipes?
Emily Maracle
Is water damage covered if a tree fell on my house?
I live in Florida and a storm caused a tree to fall on my house. It ripped a hole my roof, which caused a whole bunch of water damage. Can I submit a claim for that?
Emily Maracle
How do I remove water spots from my windows?
What’s a good way to remove water spots from my windows? I have these incredibly distracting water spots all over my windshield and windows.
Liz Jenson
Does Farmers home insurance cover water damage?
My house has older plumbing that works fine now, but I’m worried about it causing problems later on. Does Farmers home insurance cover water damage?
Melanie Mergen
What is covered by flood insurance?
Thankfully, I bought flood insurance last year, and after the flooding this week here in Florida, I'm grateful I am prepared. I’m curious, though, what does flood insurance actually cover?
Will Baldwin
Does a pool increase my home insurance?
I’m considering the pros and cons of installing a pool in my backyard. It’ll be fun, but the cons include an extra financial burden. For one thing, does a pool increase my home insurance?
Talullah Blanco
Will flood insurance help me replace my home in San Antonio?
I live in San Antonio, Texas, and we were recently hit with some really severe flash flooding. My home and many of my belongings have been badly damaged by water—will flood insurance help me replace my home?
Chloe Jenkins
Why was my water damage claim denied?
Our basement was flooded recently after a series of heavy rains in our city. We luckily didn’t lose too much, but there are some repairs we’ll need to make—which our home insurance won’t help with, I just learned. Why would the water damage claim be denied?
Melanie Mergen
What is the best way to document flood damage for insurance purposes?
How do flood insurance claims work? My property has experienced some flood damage, and I want to know how to document everything for my insurance claim.
Hana Sabah
How can I get a car unstuck from deep mud?
I want to take my car mudding with some of my friends, but it's not a four-wheel drive. How can I get a car unstuck from the mud if it gets stuck?
Eric Schad
Can driving through water damage your car?
I live in an area that’s prone to flash floods. While I know driving through rising waters isn’t a smart idea, I’m not sure if doing so will actually damage my car. Can driving through water do significant damage to my vehicle?
Eric Schad
Does home insurance cover wood rot?
I’m having my house repainted, and my contractor found some wood rot around the windows. Will my homeowners insurance cover replacing the rotted-out window frames?
Rachel Rigolino
Can my home insurance cover damage from underground pipes?
Someone installed a pipe incorrectly that is causing damage to my home and property. Can I submit a claim to my insurance company?
Emily Maracle
How do I fix a water leak in my car roof?
I was driving my car in the rain when I felt a drip on my nose. Now, whenever it rains my car roof leaks. This wouldn’t be an issue if I lived in Southern California but I live in the Pacific Northwest where it rains nine months out of the year. How do I fix a water leak in my car roof?
Talullah Blanco
Can I get flood insurance if I don't live in a high-risk flood zone?
Can I get flood insurance? Or is it only for high-risk flood areas? I live in New York. I don’t think where I live is considered a high-risk flood zone, but we’ve been getting more flooding over the years from hurricanes and other storms.
Lauren Smith
What are the different types of flood insurance?
Are there different types of flood insurance? My provider in Texas doesn't offer flood insurance, and I don't know where to look for other options.
Joshua Levy
Does GEICO renters insurance cover mold?
I’m starting to look around for renters insurance, and I’m going through my first quote from GEICO now. The rental house I’m moving into doesn’t have much storage other than the basement, which is probably where I’m going to have to store a lot of my books, so I’m concerned about potential moisture problems. Does renters insurance under GEICO cover mold damage?
Melanie Mergen
When does car insurance cover flood damage?
My Honda Accord was damaged in a flood in Texas, and I want to know if my car insurance company will cover the extent of repairs. How do I know how much coverage they will provide?
Sophie Newman
Is there a way to get water stains out of a car headliner?
I noticed some water stains in the headliner of my car, but I'm not sure how they got there. I haven't noticed any leakage so far, so I think I'm probably okay—but is there a way for me to remove these stains?
Eric Schad
Will flood insurance help replace my car?
Living in Louisiana, we get hit with a lot of floods. This past weekend we had some minor hurricane activity and the house was fine, but my garage is completely flooded and my car was underwater. I know my garage is covered, but will my flood insurance help replace my car?
Chloe Jenkins
Does home insurance cover blocked drains?
We woke up one morning to find a bunch of water in our basement. Our drains were blocked and our pipes were backing up. We had to call out a plumber to fix it. He found tree roots had grown through our pipe, causing a backup. It was expensive, so I’d like to be reimbursed if possible. Will our home insurance cover blocked drains?
Emily Maracle
Will home insurance cover a leaking basement?
Our basement family room gets water seepage through the foundation. We got an estimate from a contractor to put in some drainage so it doesn’t keep happening. Will our home insurance policy cover the cost?
Rachel Rigolino
Does renters insurance cover negligence?
My elderly mother lives in a rented apartment. She accidentally left the water running, and now all her clothes and furniture are ruined. Does renters insurance cover negligence?
Bonnie Stinson
How do you prepare your car for a hurricane?
I live in Oklahoma and there have been a lot of hurricanes around the South lately. How do I prepare my car for a hurricane?
Matthew Macgugan
Does my renters insurance cover toilet overflow damage?
Last week, I was running late for work and left my apartment in a hurry. When I came back later that night, I found my bathroom floor saturated with water! My toilet bowl had clogged and overflowed, and the laminate flooring warped and now needs to be replaced. Will my renters insurance cover the water damage from the toilet?
Rachel Rigolino
Does Liberty Mutual home insurance cover water damage?
I just bought a home in an area that’s known for flooding. While flooding is infrequent in that area, I do know it can happen, so I want to make sure my house is covered. Since I already have insurance with Liberty Mutual, I’m looking at staying with them. Will home insurance with Liberty Mutual cover water damage?
Rachel Juillerat
How do I remove water stains from car seats?
There was flooding in my area and while my car is okay, I have water stains on my car seats. I'd like to remove them, but I'm not sure how. What can I do to remove the water stains?
Emily Maracle
How do you minimize flood damage to the interior of your car?
Unfortunately, this week my car got caught in some flooding down in Louisiana. What can I do to minimize the damage inside my car?
Will Baldwin
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