Foundation cracks appearing?

Does Home Insurance Cover Foundation Repair? (US)

Sudden damage from a covered peril is included. Settling, hydrostatic pressure, and earth movement are excluded.

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The short answer

HO-3 covers foundation damage caused by fire, explosion, vehicle impact, or a covered plumbing leak. It excludes settling, hydrostatic pressure, expansive soil, and earth movement. Add a service line endorsement for buried pipe damage; add earthquake for movement-related cracks in CA, WA, and OR.

Frequently asked

Does it cover slab leaks?
Water damage from the leak yes; the pipe repair itself and slab access, usually no.

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