Every company offers different types of insurance to home and business owners. When purchasing a policy it is important to fully understand what will be covered in the case of an unforeseen event.
This is one of the biggest mistakes that people make when they purchase a policy, as they often assume that the biggest risks that they may face will be covered. Unfortunately, this is not always the case.
If you are unsure as to whether you are covered for water damage you will want to read through your policy. While the language can be somewhat challenging, it shouldn’t be too difficult to find the clause where water damage is mentioned. Inside of this clause there may be stipulations in which it is covered under certain circumstances, but not in others.
For example, you may be covered if it is caused by something inside of your home, such as a pipe bursting or leaking. However, if you are the victim of a flood, that type of water damage may not be covered unless you have purchased a policy that specifically covers your home or business if this type of event occurs.
If you are having a hard time understanding your policy it is best to find someone that is familiar with this type of legal jargon that does not have a vested interest in your situation.
Many people rely on their insurance salesman to explain their policy to them, but this is not always the best idea. While it is not legal for them to make claims that are not true, there is the chance for a mistake to be made. It is important to know that what an insurance salesman says is not relevant when it comes to what is actually covered in your policy.
If you are facing a water damage incident and are in immediate need of services you should contact your insurance company directly. They can advise you as to whether or not you are covered, and if you are, which local water restoration providers in your area are already approved to perform the necessary work.
Some insurance companies will cover the work performed by any company, but it is important to know these details before you hire someone. Not having this information in advance can lead to major expenses that you will have to cover on your own.
In an ideal world you would have full knowledge in advance of exactly what is covered under your policy and the appropriate steps to take in the case of an emergency situation. However, if you find yourself in a situation in which you are not sure how to proceed the best place to start is to call your insurance company.
If they cover water damage they want the situation to be addressed in a timely manner as well, as the sooner you get serviced, the less it will cost to repair the damage that has occurred. Just be sure to follow their lead to prevent any surprises along the way.