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Debby has weakened to a post-tropical storm, after making landfall in Florida as a Category 1 hurricane Monday. It's expected to bring more heavy rain and flooding to the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast on ...

Q: I recently had a pipe burst in my home, causing all kinds of damage to the drywall, ceiling, and floor. I’m trying to determine how to go about getting it repaired. In general, does homeowners ...

Homeowners and renters insurance don't cover flood risk. That requires a separate flood insurance policy. Most U.S. residents have flood insurance through FEMA's federal National Flood Insurance ...

Basement water that starts with a clogged gutter or a sloping yard can quickly turn into a five‑figure problem once flooring, ...

Water backup coverage can pay for damage to your home if a sewer or drain backs up or a sump pump overflows. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

The remnants of Tropical Storm Debby made its way across central Pa. last month unleashing thunderstorms, tornado watches and floods. York County saw the worst of it on Aug. 9. That’s when a retired ...

On March 22, a water main break in Lewiston sent floodwaters down Orange Street and into Diamond Court.

Myles is a former senior insurance editor for Investopedia. He oversaw the strategy and execution of all content aimed at helping people make better insurance decisions. Myles has nearly a decade of ...

The recent leak of the Fitchville Pond Dam in Bozrah caused flooding that forced evacuations in parts of Norwich. Now that the water is receding, it's time to start thinking about cleanup. If you have ...

"You can put anything you want in your basement, but don't expect it to be insured for floods," Peter Kochenburger, an insurance expert and visiting law professor at Southern University Law Center, ...

Water damage can cause serious harm to your home, rapidly totaling thousands of dollars in damage and requiring months of reconstruction. You may think it won’t happen to you, but no matter where your ...