Apartment + Big Tank = ?

[mr_alberta]

Hey fellow apartment dwellers! Just wondering how big your tank(s) are and if you've had any problems with the floor bowing or anything like that. Also, do you generally purchase some sort of insurance in case of flooding or leaking from your tank?

Thanks.

[kuatto]

I would think your building has concrete floors(most newer buildings use concrete between floors)Seemed like a newer building.

[mr_alberta]

You'd think that eh Jim? But sadly, it is wood.

[Beverly]

Jim,

Only high rises have concrete floors. Our new 5 storey condo has wood joists with only a thin layer of concrete to accommodate the in-floor heating system.

[bulletsworld]

You know, I wonder the same thing.

I have a 77 gal & live on the 4th floor of a 4 story walk up and I wonder what my max limit is? I want a big tank (150gal) But I scratch my head.

Q: Will my floor be able to handle the weight?
Q: How is one to really know?

My insurance when I asked laughed and said no my insurance wouldn't cover a accidental flood. I asked them, "Is there any insurance policy that would cover that?" My broker laughed and told me, "No" .

[Aquattro]

Originally Posted by bulletsworld

My broker laughed and told me, "No" .

You need a new broker.

[StirCrazy]

Originally Posted by reef_raf

You need a new broker.

yup I second that my policy covers any damage due to the break of a water containing vessel which under definition of the policy includes aquariums. the policy will cover any structural damage, flooring damage, ect. even the contents of the aquarium but it will not pay for the aquarium its self to be replaced.

Steve

[Jason McK]

I live on the second floor of a wood constructed building. My 75G is fine and I have coverage specifically for my Aquarium at no extra cost.


J

[bulletsworld]

perhaps B.C is different then Alberta.

Anyone in Alberta have this kinda coverage?

And is there anyone that has a 150 gal in an 4th level walk up? What is the max? How do you really know?

[Quinn]

Originally Posted by reef_raf

You need a new broker.

No doubt. Given what insurance is meant to be, you should be able to buy it on any object or occurrence, if you have enough money.