Is this an Insurance claim or not

Discussion in 'Repairs & Maintenance' started by darrelj, 29th Jul, 2017.

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  1. darrelj

    darrelj Well-Known Member

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    can I claim on insurance for a replacement of a rainwater tank and the pump. Tank is leaking and pump is not functioning.
    The PM sys I cannot.
     
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  2. D.T.

    D.T. Specialist Property Manager Business Member

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    Probably not, it'd be maintenance work. Check your particular policy though.
     
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  3. Joynz

    Joynz Well-Known Member

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    Some policies cover motor burnout.

    However, if the tank and motor are not ancient, then see if they are covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
     
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  4. Marg4000

    Marg4000 Well-Known Member

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    Leak in rainwater tank - probably not.
    Motor - possibly, if burnt out.
    Marg
     
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  5. wylie

    wylie Moderator Staff Member

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    ... wrong thread
     
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  6. Otie

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    If anything, they probably would only cover resulting damage from the leak, which it sounds like there is none. Get your policy out and have good read through. They're generally very detailed.
     
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  7. Meow

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    I doubt it. We paid to have our water tank repaired recently, it was expensive but it did the trick. Usually water tanks can be repaired under warranty as many of them have warranties of ten years apparently. Unfortunately ours was older.
     
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  8. 8650

    8650 Well-Known Member

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    Unless storm damage has caused the issue I doubt you will be covered
     
    8650, 31st Jul, 2017
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