Property Claims Blog
Why Do Insurance Settlement Negotiations Feel So Overwhelming?
Property damage to your home is stressful enough on its own. When you then have to negotiate an insurance settlement with your insurance company, the proc…
on 24 Sep 2026 | By David Miller
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After a House Fire: Dos and Don'ts
Dealing with the aftermath of a house fire is overwhelming. There are things to do, an…
on 13 Jan 2020 | By David Miller
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If Your House Burns Down, What are Your Options?
No one should have to deal with the trauma of a house fire. But if your house burns do…
on 13 Jan 2020 | By David Miller
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Stucco Lawsuits And Property Damage Insurance Claims
Stucco refers to the type of siding many homes and businesses use to decorate the exte…
on 30 Mar 2017 | By Jeffrey Laffey
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What are the First Things You Should Do if a Pipe Bursts in Your Building?
Colder temperatures lead to frozen pipes, and a frozen pipe often bursts. It’s a good …
on 17 Jan 2017 | By David Miller
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Essential Elements of an Ice Dam Insurance Claim
Winter snow and sparkling icicles are very picturesque on a holiday card, but not when…
on 10 Jan 2017 | By David Miller
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Checklist for Filing an Insurance Claim After Hurricane Matthew
Hurricane Matthew has finally dissipated and, assuming your family is safe to re-enter…
on 12 Oct 2016 | By David Miller
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5 Helpful Steps To Get Your Insurance Company To Pay Up
Document your belongings - it’s never been more easy than it is today to keep track of…
on 16 Aug 2016 | By David Miller
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Top Property Insurance Claims That Occur in the Winter
In the Chicago metropolitan area, roof damage is a common occurrence when temperatures…
on 16 Mar 2016 | By David Miller
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Disagreement With Insurance On The Damage Amount? What Are Your Options?
When your home is damaged by an insured peril, it’s important to try to work out a set…
on 21 Jan 2016 | By David Miller
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3 Myths About Diminished Property Value After Suffering Damage
Will fire or smoke damage affect property value? It's a common question many homeowner…
on 08 Dec 2015 | By David Miller
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5 Big Mistakes Homeowners Make When Cleaning Up Property Damage.
When your home has suffered a catastrophic loss, your first instinct may be to immedia…
on 30 Nov 2015 | By David Miller
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Unusual Things Your Insurance Won't Cover
You may believe that, should you suffer a loss in your home related to either structur…
on 23 Nov 2015 | By David Miller
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Proven Tactics to Speed Up Your Property Insurance Claim Settlement
When your home or business is damaged, your life gets complicated. You don't need the …
on 21 Oct 2015 | By David Miller
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Top Issues/Problems Homeowners Have After Filing an Insurance Claim
When you’re rebuilding your home after major property damage, insurance claim problems…
on 14 Oct 2015 | By David Miller
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A Public Adjuster Represents Your Best Interests With the Insurance Company
Natural disasters like storms, hurricanes, and fires can wreak havoc on homes and busi…
on 01 Dec 2014 | By David Miller
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Three Ways You Can Prevent a Flood From Harming Your Family and Your Home
If you're not worried about flooding, you should be. According to the National Flood I…
on 14 Nov 2014 | By David Miller
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The Value of Hiring a Licensed Public Adjuster
What's the role of a public adjuster I’m Jill Horner and this is Comcast Newsmakers wi…
on 07 Jan 2014 | By David Miller
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Replacement Cost Value(RCV) VS. Actual Cash Value(ACV)
When it comes to understanding insurance coverage there are numerous terms and languag…
on 10 Jul 2013 | By David Miller
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What To Do When Your Property Flooding Claim is Denied
When your insurance company denies your basement flooding insurance claim, they always…
on 10 Jul 2013 | By David Miller
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What to do After a Water Loss
If your home has suffered extensive water damage after a storm, flood or frozen pipe, …
on 08 Jul 2013 | By David Miller
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Top Mistakes Made After a Loss
When your family or business encounters an unfortunate loss of any kind, it is importa…
on 08 Jul 2013 | By David Miller