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Insurance Definition: WATER-DAMAGE INSURANCE COVERAGE

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WATER-DAMAGE INSURANCE COVERAGE:

Definition:

  • Protection provided in most homeowners insurance policies against sudden and accidental water damage, from burst pipes for example. Does not cover damage from problems resulting from a lack of proper maintenance such as dripping air conditioners. Water damage from floods is covered under separate flood insurance policies issued by the federal government.

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