Before You File: What Every Orlando Homeowner Should Know About Insurance Claims
We at Florida’s Best Public Adjusters understand how overwhelming it is for homeowners like you to deal with the insurance claim process, especially following unexpected damage. It may be a roof leak, water intrusion, or hurricane damage; no matter what, knowing what you should do before even filing can be the difference in your result.
Why Early Decisions Matter When Filing Insurance Claims
If you reside in Orlando, you’ve likely experienced your share of storms and damage to your property. However, you might be unaware that the choices you make immediately after experiencing loss can directly impact what, if any, compensation you are paid.
Step one and most critical is documentation. Document everything that is damaged, what happened, the date it occurred, and what you did about it. Having clear documentation creates a good foundation for your claim. We can assist in going over that documentation with you and ensuring nothing is omitted.
Understanding Insurance Claims, Policies, and Repairs
Protect Yourself From Costly Mistakes by Having a Public Adjuster
Sadly, following significant storms, unauthorized contractors and so-called “storm chasers” descend on neighborhoods promising to “take care of everything” for you. Be cautious. Such people will sometimes pressure homeowners into signing contracts that waiving valuable legal rights. Have any such documents reviewed before signing by a public adjuster.
It is also useful to keep an ongoing record of all dealings with your insurer – phone calls, emails, letters, the lot. It is such an easy habit that can be useful later if your claim is turned down or delayed
And keep in mind, there is quite a difference between an adjuster for the company and a public adjuster like us. The adjuster from the company is there in an effort to limit the compensation.
Get Help From Experienced Public Adjusters
If you don’t know where to begin, we provide complimentary claim reviews. If you are filing for an initial claim or are having trouble with a delayed or denied claim, there is no need to worry, as Florida’s Best Public Adjusters can assist you. We’ve guided hundreds of Orlando homeowners who were in your shoes through this experience with success — and are eager to do the same for you.
