Issues with your roof can allow moisture to seep into your property, resulting in the growth of mold. The first step for dealing with roof leaks and mold is to determine the cause of the leak and repair it. Common Reasons for Roof Leaks The most common causes of roof leaks that result in water …
If you find yourself confused by insurance terms, you’re not alone. Insurance jargon can seem complicated — that’s why we’re here to help! Our glossary of homeowner’s insurance terms will get you up to speed on language that will help you better understand your coverages and how they help you protect what matters most. Here …
If you’ve ever experienced flooding in your basement after heavy rainfall, you know that there’s more than just water damage that comes with it. Sewer backup claims typically involve sewage/wastewater, which is categorized as level 3 water damage. A category 3 poses a health hazard, therefore the mitigation can be very costly when cleaned up …
When a home or a business is damaged by fire and smoke, the devastation left by the blaze and water suppression efforts results in a mess being left behind. It can be a trying time for anyone. Hopefully, the tips and pointers we offer here will help you to know how to proceed after the …
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Did you just get your payout amount back from your insurance adjuster or insurance company? If the amount seems right and fair, you accept the payout and get your property back to pre-disaster condition and move on. If you don’t feel that the amount is correct or fair, don’t be intimidated by your insurance company …
Working with a home insurance adjuster is common when you make an insurance claim for any property loss. Many people find this whole process of filing a claim and working with the insurance adjuster to be intimidating. You may have heard wonderful stories of being paid out on a loss and others where the person …
Did you just have a disaster that needed to be cleaned up? Does it qualify for coverage under your insurance policy? If so, you need to know your rights and what could possibly happen with your claim. Insurance companies have more experience, negotiating strength, and financial resources than you the policyholder. Most state courts realize …
Good faith insurers look for and find ways to accept and pay claims properly and promptly, whereas bad faith insurers unlawfully look for and find ways to not pay, delay, diminish, disapprove, shift blame, and deny payment of claims. You need to know what the red flags are that indicate a bad faith insurer. Once …
Mold inside walls is a big problem if left unresolved. These can pose health risks too and need to be identified and mitigated properly to reduce the chance of these spores becoming airborne and infesting a new area in your property. You really need to hire a certified and experienced mold mitigation company to come …
Plumbing maintenance may not be the most exciting topic to read about, but it is well worth your attention! Over 14,000 people experience a water emergency at home or work a day. By regularly examining your plumbing system, and performing preventative maintenance, you can save yourself from both costly repair bills and the slow, steady …