January of 2025 saw some of the coldest temperatures in the Gulf Coast region in decades. According to data cited by NASA Earth Observatory, “temperatures plunged into the single digits in southern Texas and Louisiana.” For reference, the low temperature on January 22nd at the airport in Baton Rouge was just seven degrees Fahrenheit—the lowest […]
Water damage from frozen pipes is one of the most common causes of wintertime property damage in the United States. In 2022, State Farm alone paid more than $181 million in damages related to frozen pipes. This guide from Insurance Claim HQ explains how insulating outdoor water pipes reduces the chance of water damage from frozen pipes […]
Burst pipes are a core frustration of homeownership and can cause extensive water damage if not caught in time. Water can force you to replace appliances, repair floors, and throw away precious keepsakes. Damage of this level will cost you, but will your homeowners insurance be there to help? Insurance coverage will depend on the […]
Water is a threat to your home or business. If allowed to leak uncontrolled, it can cause enormous and expensive damage. A burst pipe can be especially costly. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) explains that a pipe burst occurs when a pipe ruptures it “causes water to gush out uncontrollably.” Are you preparing a burst […]
While a hurricane may provide fair warning, a burst pipe can cause sudden water damage to your home. Within minutes, hundreds of gallons of water can infiltrate. Perhaps the most common reason for a burst is a frozen pipe. In extremely cold weather, pipes can freeze overnight and burst shortly thereafter. This issue is one […]