Glossary · Location, condition and environment

Natural hazards

Hazards from nature mapped by the authorities, for example flood, landslide, avalanche, rockfall, ground movement or earthquake.

If a property lies in such a zone, extra building conditions often apply. Insurance costs can also be higher then, because the insurer prices in the risk. Scan my Home shows the official zones for the address, not just a general assessment.

Where it appears in the report

Natural hazards appear in the report in the Location chapter, as official zones on the map. Look at the sample report

Common questions about it

What does a natural hazard zone mean?

Extra building conditions often apply there, and insurance can turn out more expensive.

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Last updated: 2026-09-07