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It depends on the peril, the policy form, exclusions etc. You need to turn in your claim to get this answer. If the peril/loss is covered it should also cover (barring any exclusion to the contrary), damage that resulted from the water damage.

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It depends on what caused the leak.

If your leak was caused by a covered peril on your policy such as Hail wind fire etc, then your homeowners insurance would cover the cost of a repair and the repair of internal damage resulting from the leak.

If the leak is resultant of aged material or normal wear and tear such as an old faucet or an old roof that has outlived the life of the material, then it is a maintenance issue and would not be covered under your homeowners insurance policy.

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Flood InsuranceNo. Homeowners Insurance does not cover Floods in the United States. You will need to purchase a separate Flood Insuurance Policy for your home to be covered for a Flood.
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You can look at your policy coverage packet (it should be at least 10 pages long). However, these tend to be filled with legal jargon, so I would call your agent or find the underwriting department at your insurance company. Be sure to find out what KIND of cause for the water damage is covered. Floods, natural disasters, and sometimes even sewer line breaks frequently aren't covered.

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It depends on what kind of warranty coverage you bought, They are not all written the same. Some warranties are better than others.

You could read your warranty papers your self to see the coverage terms or just call the warranty company and ask them to explain the coverage terms.

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Only when that home Insurance Policy has A Flood Insurance Policy Form. Flood Insurance is required before it will pay for Flood related damage.

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Yes, If the storm was a covered peril under your home insurance policy, then the resulting damages should be subject to coverage.

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Every policy is different, depending on where you live and what options you selected when you purchased your policy.

Your broker can answer your particular question.

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Not in the United States, Flood Insurance is purchased separately.

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