We all dread the thought of a late-night smoke alarm, the smoke-filled rooms, and the loss of our home. And while house fires happen every day in major cities, your home is more likely to encounter water damage.
In 2019 alone – we saw major flooding in Lake Ontario, throughout the Ottawa area, much of Ontario, and Quebec.
Whether it’s a natural disaster, plumbing problems, or a backed-up city sewer, floods, and other water damage can happen for a variety of reasons.
And when they do happen, they’re expensive problems to fix. The average cost of a flooded basement is around $43,000. Many Canadians rely on their insurance policies to cover water damage, but not every plan offers equal protection.
Certain plans may only cover specific types of water damage, so we recommend that you review your insurance policy to see what you are actually covered for.
Most
home insurance
policies will cover sudden and accidental water damage. This refers to water damage that is sudden and leads to additional damage to your home.
Here’s an example.
Your home insurance would likely cover any damage caused by a burst pipe in your kitchen that leads to damage elsewhere. However, your policy may not cover the source of the damage – only the aftermath.
The Cane and Co. team is here to help you make sense of your insurance policy, what types of water damage you’re covered for, and to help you navigate this often confusing area of insurance coverage.
Give us a call at 519-601-1100 and we can explain what your covered for and what your additional options may be.