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Can an insurer deny coverage based on my home having cast-iron pipes?
My home is over 100 years old and most of the plumbing is made from cast-iron pipes. My preferred insurer now says that they won't offer coverage because of this. Can they actually deny coverage?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Yes, insurers can deny coverage if you have cast-iron pipes.
The reason behind this is that the integrity of very old cast-iron pipes is questionable. They could fail at any time and the insurer would be on the hook for the repairs.
It’s similar to an insurer denying
car insurance
or a company denying an extended warranty on a super old car. Sometimes, it’s just not worth the hassle. Shopping around can help you find a company willing to work with you on this. You should be able to find a policy, or at the very least, someone that will insure you for a short time until you can replace the pipes on your dime.
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