Originally published at Bankrate
by Kacie Goff
The thought of foundation problems fills most homeowners with dread. Your home — and the comfortable life you’ve built in it — rely on a sturdy foundation. A foundation problem always feels daunting, but it can range from a minor issue (think: a few hundred dollars to fix) to a major repair that costs $10,000 or more.
Fortunately, there are cases where your home insurance policy can pick up the tab. Does homeowners insurance cover structural damage? It depends. It’s all about what caused the damage to your foundation. If you’re wondering if your home policy will offer foundation insurance when you need it, read on.