Property Insurance FundamentalsQuestion 206 of 474
Which of the following is typically NOT covered under a standard homeowners property form?
a.Flood
b.Theft
c.Fire
d.Windstorm
Explanation
Standard homeowners forms exclude flood; flood coverage must be obtained separately. Earth movement (such as earthquake) is also typically excluded and added by endorsement or a separate policy. Fire, windstorm, and theft are covered perils under standard forms. Knowing which catastrophic perils are excluded from the base policy is essential for identifying coverage gaps.
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