As a homeowner, you are likely familiar with the concept of homeowner’s insurance. This type of insurance is designed to protect you in the event of damage to your home or personal property. While most homeowner’s insurance policies cover a wide range of perils, it is important to understand the importance of service line coverage.
What is Service Line Coverage
Service line coverage is an optional add-on to your homeowner’s insurance policy that provides protection for the underground service lines that run to your home. These lines include water, sewer, and electrical lines, as well as gas lines. While these lines are typically the responsibility of the homeowner, they can be expensive to repair or replace if they are damaged.
One of the most significant risks to underground service lines is tree roots. Over time, the roots of trees and other plants can grow into the pipes, causing blockages and even rupturing the pipes. Additionally, service lines can be damaged by natural disasters, such as earthquakes or floods, as well as by human error, such as digging in the wrong place.
Without service line coverage, homeowners are responsible for the cost of repairing or replacing damaged service lines. This can be a significant expense, often costing thousands of dollars. Service line coverage provides protection against these costs, ensuring that homeowners can repair or replace damaged service lines without facing a significant financial burden.
Speak with us
It is important to note that not all homeowner’s insurance policies offer service line coverage. If you are concerned about the potential cost of repairing or replacing your service lines, it is important to speak with us at Farris Insurance Advisors about adding this coverage to your policy. The cost of service line coverage varies depending on the policy and the amount of coverage you choose, but is generally affordable and can provide significant peace of mind.
Service line coverage is an important component of any homeowner’s insurance policy. This coverage provides protection for the underground service lines that run to your home, thus ensuring you are not left with a significant financial burden in the event of damage. If you are unsure whether your policy includes service line coverage, speak with one of our agents to learn more about your options.
