If a sinkhole repair cannot be completed within the policy limits, the insurance company must either pay to complete the engineer’s recommended sinkhole repair or pay you the policy limits without a reduction for the repair expenses incurred.
Feb
10
2010
10
2010
Jan
27
2010
27
2010
Insurance Coverage for Failed Sinkhole Repairs
If you begin grouting your home and it’s determined that additional repairs beyond the grout are necessary, your home insurance company will likely still have to pay for those repairs, even if they cost more than your policy limits allotted by your home insurance company.
Jan
11
2010
11
2010
Sinkhole Repairs for Other Structures on Property
Depending on your policy, there may be sinkhole coverage for additional structures on the property.
Sep
12
2009
12
2009
Partial Underpinning Dangerous Approach to Fixing a Sinkhole
Barfield and Bragg present a claim study in the dangers of partial underpinning as best approach to fixing a sinkhole.
Sep
7
2009
7
2009
Grout Cracks and Sinkhole Damage
In looking for signs of sinkhole damage, grout cracks should be evaluated.
Sep
1
2009
1
2009
Grouting Stems Damage But Doesn’t Repair Sinkhole Homes
My insurance company is recommending grouting alone to repair my home. Will that be enough? One of the most common methods utilized in attempting to repair homes damaged by sinkhole activity is grouting. (What is a sinkhole?) The most important thing to know about grouting sinkholes is that it does not fix the home. Instead, [...]
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