What are 2 ‘natural disaster’ events not covered in a basic home policy?

Q: What are 2 ‘natural disaster’ events not covered in a basic home policy?

A: According to the California Department of Insurance, below are the 2 ‘natural disaster’ events not covered in a basic home policy.

Homeowners, renters, and condominium insurance policies do not cover damage from natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, and landslides.

Facts - Earthquake Insurance

  • Your homeowners insurance does not cover earthquake damage.
  • As with most earthquake policies, CEA insurance does not cover landscaping, pools, fences, masonry, or separate buildings. 
  • Earthquake insurance usually does not cover anything that your homeowners policy already covers.
  • Earthquake insurance does not cover damage to your vehicles. 

Source: Earthquake Insurance. California Department of Insurance. Retrieved from: http://www.insurance.ca.gov/01-consumers/105-type/95-guides/03-res/eq-ins.cfm

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