Will Home Insurance Cover Leaking Pipes? 
A slow leaking pipe may or may not be covered by your homeowners insurance . You need a `` sudden , unforeseen occurrence to trigger coverage . Having said that , most Homeowners Insurance companies will cover a pipe burst as long as it was n't from a pure maintenance issue . The damage to the surrounding building and personal property should be covered but the pipe itself will not be covered . Fortunately most of the damage usually comes from the water damage and not from the pipe itself . Always check your policy and speak with your local independent agent to verify your specific coverage forms & endorsements . Hope this answer helps . 