How a 38-Year-Old DIY Homeowner Faced an $18,000 Insurance Claim After a Hidden Leak

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The leak that started as a hairline stain Sara is 38, owns a 1920s bungalow, and does most basic maintenance herself - painting, patching, replacing faucets. She knows when to call a pro, but she also trusts her own judgment