You must satisfy one of the categories below to be eligible for the Program.
*The application will generate if you qualify in one of the four eligible categories listed below
Please make a selection by clicking the left option of the category that most closely relates to your status.
Based on your responses, it appears that you may not qualify for this program. Please visit flood Ready DC at ready.dc.gov/page/flood-2 or the DISB Storm Recovery Center at disb.dc.gov/page/disb-storm-recovery-center for addition information and other options or call the Mayor’s Citywide Call Center by dialing 311.
You have conditionally qualified for the program. Please proceed. If you need assistance completing the application or have questions, contact the DISB Water Damage Grant Remediation Restoration Certificate Assistance Center at (877) 336-2627..
How to Apply and Receive the Grant Certificate (4 Steps)
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Services Covered The following services are covered under the program: dewatering and pump‐out/dry‐out efforts, cleaning, removal or disposal of damaged personal property, treatment to prevent mold formation and remediation and the identification and address of immediate safety concerns.
Services Not Covered (Exclusions):
Understanding the Role of Insurance and Flood Coverage Flood insurance is different from the basic hazard insurance in a homeowners’ insurance policy. Standard homeowners’ insurance covers interior water damage, but it generally doesn’t cover damage caused by floodwater. A sewer backup overflow endorsement can provide coverage for some internal flooding caused by a tub or sink that accidentally overflows, for example.
Flood insurance must be purchased separately. A flood policy provides coverage for buildings, the contents in a building or both. It is important to protect your most important financial assets—your home and your possessions.
What is a Flood?
A flood is an overflow of water that submerges land that is normally dry. Floods are the most common natural disaster and can occur within minutes or over a long period of time. They can be caused by:
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You have conditionally qualified for the program. Please proceed. If you need assistance completing the application or have questions, contact the DISB Water Damage Grant Remediation Restoration Certificate Assistance Center at (877) 336-2627.