Iowa Man
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Our house was built in 1956 and sits back from the street about 40 feet, and the top of the foundation is about 8 feet above street level . We have two huge sycamore trees in the front yard, about 30 feet apart, planted when the house was built. Our sewer line runs right between these two trees.
I've only had drain problems twice in our time here. (hand snake a toilet once and they had to auger about 35 feet for a kitchen sink backup.) The company I hired noted that based on their experience working in this particular neighborhood, that we may have orangeburg sewer pipe.
What do you drain professionals think about the insurance policies that cover sewer problems from the house to the street? Current policy offered from Home Serve is $7.99 per month with a 30 day waiting period and no deductible. I've asked my insurance agent about what my homeowners policy covers for sewer (essentially nothing) and if I can get a rider on my current policy. (Not offered).
Any advice? Cross my fingers and roll the dice? Go for the $100 a year and hope it hangs on? The drain guy I hired said without hesitation to sign up. What do you pros think?
Thanks for your help.
I've only had drain problems twice in our time here. (hand snake a toilet once and they had to auger about 35 feet for a kitchen sink backup.) The company I hired noted that based on their experience working in this particular neighborhood, that we may have orangeburg sewer pipe.
What do you drain professionals think about the insurance policies that cover sewer problems from the house to the street? Current policy offered from Home Serve is $7.99 per month with a 30 day waiting period and no deductible. I've asked my insurance agent about what my homeowners policy covers for sewer (essentially nothing) and if I can get a rider on my current policy. (Not offered).
Any advice? Cross my fingers and roll the dice? Go for the $100 a year and hope it hangs on? The drain guy I hired said without hesitation to sign up. What do you pros think?
Thanks for your help.