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The power outage from the storm has caused water pipes in my home to freeze and burst. Does my policy pay for repairs to the pipe(s) and resulting water damage?

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The power outage from the storm has caused water pipes in my home to freeze and burst. Does my policy pay for repairs to the pipe(s) and resulting water damage?

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Homeowners insurance generally covers the cost of repairs in these situations, when the power outage is outside of the policyholder’s control. If the policyholder neglects to maintain heat in the home, however, coverage is not available.