{"id":531,"date":"2016-10-20T17:23:42","date_gmt":"2016-10-20T17:23:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/?p=531"},"modified":"2022-08-17T20:51:07","modified_gmt":"2022-08-17T20:51:07","slug":"which-items-typically-covered-in-flood-which-are-not","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/homeowners-insurance\/homeowners-insurance-and-weather-damage\/which-items-typically-covered-in-flood-which-are-not\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Items Are Typically Covered in a Flood, and Which Are Not?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Depending on your current insurance plan status, your homeowners\u2019 insurance coverage should be reviewed annually to meet your needs. Understanding what types of damages are covered is important to review as well, especially when it comes to flooding. The average cost of homeowners\u2019 insurance will be lower without supplemental flood insurance, but may still cover your immediate needs. While it is important to know what is covered in the event of a flood or disaster, it is equally important to understand what isn\u2019t covered.<\/p>\n<h2>What Is Covered in Case of Flood Damage<\/h2>\n<p>There are different types of flooding, from emergency plumbing damage to larger natural disasters. Run-of-the-mill, everyday flooding from plumbing problems are usually covered. Here are few types of damages and recovery that should be covered by homeowners\u2019 insurance:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Property damage and structural repair needs should be covered with homeowners\u2019 insurance. Flooding from frozen pipes or a leaky toilet can damage other parts of the home such as walls, carpeting, or ceilings. Damages will be reviewed and repaired under most insurance policies.<\/li>\n<li>Personal items that you have previously proved in a list to your insurer can be covered in the event of flooding. Have your list of valued items vetted by your insurance agency ahead of time. This can help you review damages after the fact, and easily and quickly receive reimbursement.<\/li>\n<li>Appliances and electronics attached to the home are also considered recoupable items that are insured. These might fall in between home repairs and personal items, but appliances such as refrigerators, washing machines, and HVAC systems should all be covered as well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What Isn\u2019t Covered in Case of Flood Damage<\/h2>\n<p>Experiencing a natural disaster such as a flood can be hard on anyone, but this can be even more difficult to recover from if you don\u2019t have the right homeowners\u2019 insurance in place. Generally, larger natural disasters aren\u2019t covered by homeowners\u2019 insurance, and homeowners may need to purchase more targeted flood damage insurance. Agencies such as FEMA provide assistance to get back on one\u2019s feet during a hardship. Here are a few other things that wouldn\u2019t be covered in a flooding situation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>There are different types of flooding, and some might be caused by the property owner\u2019s neglect. This might include mold or mildew that accumulates over time in a basement with a slow leak, which might be seen as damages that a homeowner could have avoided.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of time and income while recovering from flood damage isn\u2019t something that can be directly covered by your insurance.<\/li>\n<li>While cars, ATVs, and boats might be on your property, they may fall under different insurance policies, even if they were damaged in a flood. The need for a rental car is also something that might be covered by your car insurance rather than your homeowners\u2019 insurance plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have homeowners\u2019 insurance at all, you could possibly rely on emergency agencies offering assistance, but this is usually minimal. Homeowners might be on the hook for further repairs and replacements if insurance isn\u2019t in place. Overall, the average cost of homeowners\u2019 insurance is most likely worth monthly payments in the long run, compared to possible damages from a flood. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/insurance-options\/homeowners-insurance\/\">Homeowners insurance quotes online<\/a> can help you review your personal situation and specific needs when it comes to insurance.<\/p>\n<p><em>Freeway Insurance provides quality homeowners insurance for affordable rates. Call <strong>(800) 777-5620<\/strong> to speak with an experienced agent to get a free quote. Don&#8217;t leave your home uninsured. Call today.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Depending on your current insurance plan status, your homeowners\u2019 insurance coverage should be reviewed annually to meet your needs. Understanding what types of damages are covered is important to review as well, especially when it comes to flooding. 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