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Does homeowners insurance cover damage to your neighbor's property caused by tree roots from a tree on your property?
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Answered 2015-07-15 21:09:05
I've had a similar issue - I was told to make my neighbour personally liable for any damage and subsequently they can make the claim asked the personal liability section of their house insurance. Thus their house insurance settling my claim for damages
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