My concrete porch is sinking. Will my home insurance policy cover repairs or replacement?

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Asked February 7, 2012

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Whether your home insurance policy covers repairs or replacement for a sinking concrete porch depends on the cause of the sinking and the terms of your policy. Most home insurance policies cover damage caused by certain perils, such as fire, theft, and natural disasters like hurricanes or tornadoes. However, most standard policies do not cover damage caused by normal wear and tear, lack of maintenance, or gradual deterioration of the property. If your concrete porch is sinking due to a covered peril, such as a natural disaster, then your home insurance policy may cover the cost of repairs or replacement, up to the limits of your policy. On the other hand, if the sinking is due to normal wear and tear or lack of maintenance, then your home insurance policy will likely not cover the cost of repairs or replacement. In such cases, it is up to the homeowner to pay for the repairs out of pocket. It's important to note that some insurance policies offer optional coverage for certain types of damage, such as sinkhole coverage or foundation damage coverage. If you have one of these optional coverages in your policy, then it may cover the cost of repairs or replacement for a sinking concrete porch. To determine if your home insurance policy covers repairs or replacement for a sinking concrete porch, you should review the terms of your policy or contact your insurance provider to obtain more information.

Answered February 7, 2012 by Anonymous

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