Key Takeaways Electrical fires caused 425 deaths, more than 1,200 injuries, and $1.6 billion in property damage a year between 2015 and 2019.Unplugging appliances before you leave your home can ...

A homeowner recently shared their experience filing a homeowners’ insurance claim for the first time in eight years of owning ...

As western Washington recovers from flooding, homeowners face the complex process of filing insurance claims. Experts urge careful documentation of damage.

Many people are dealing with damage from downed trees caused by Thursday's severe weather – that means dealing with insurance. No matter what you're dealing with, starting the process as soon as ...

Vandalism and malicious mischief insurance covers intentional damage caused by other people and is typically included in ...

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 ...

Plumbing and water points: Check for leaks under sinks, around geysers and outside pipes. Turning off the main water supply ...

Experts say document everything when it comes time to file insurance claims for flood damage.

Flood insurance: Flood insurance is available through Wright Flood, which works with the National Flood Insurance Program.

Their homes survived the recent wildfires, but some homeowners said dealing with their FAIR Plan insurance is keeping them from moving back in. According to the Department of Insurance, the California ...