A couple of thoughts... Do you live in a freezing climate? If so the attic / outside wall could possibly cause the water to freeze. Secondly, if the pipe to the kitchen is corroded - what about the main line? Is it corroded also? I don't understand about the corrosion - is it on the outside of the pipe where it goes into the concrete? If so - and you're remodeling - it's not difficult to 'bust up' a small area around the pipe and fix it. The concrete is probably 4" thick.

I have to amend my view of failing joints. Today my neighbor called and asked how to shut off the water to the house because she thought she had a leak in the garage. When I took a look at what was going on, I saw that she had a frost free hose bibb in an unheated wall and there was a length of copper pipe that extended from that to a coupling. the copper pipe was showing about 1/2" of shiny solder. I can only theorize that it froze when we got down to 15 deg F last week, it was a bad joint, and the ice forced the pipe out of the coupling, but not completely. Surprisingly, the joint was only dripping because it hadn't totally failed yet. She had her plumber come over to cut out the joint and resolder everything. When I asked him how often he'd seen something like that, he said it was the first time...and he was at least 50 years old.

duplicate post! Sorry! This post was edited by MSeth on Mon, Sep 30, 13 at 12:44

Some insurance companies are easier to work with than others. None are generous with funding. Most insurance payouts don’t even cover the actual costs of the damage. Unless you hire a public adjuster. Any upgrades will have to be sourced from savings or a home improvement loan. Be careful with your want lists! Remodeling is FAR more expensive than the TV shows would have you believe. I’d suggest working with an experienced design professional to help you with your wish lists and the home’s possibilities. Some homes are amazing behind some pretty awful decor. Some homes already have wonderful vintage elements that are worth preserving and working with. There’s a lot to know, and having help makes it more enjoyable and easier for you both. Good luck!