Saturday, 12 August 2017

Reasons Why Insurance Companies Deny Your Claim For Storm Damage Tampa Florida

By Mary Stewart


If you have experienced storm damage, the first thing you should do is check for downed power lines. If this is the case, then contact the electric company as soon as possible. Make sure that you do not drive over or touch a power line as it may be energized. Power lines that have suffered Storm Damage Tampa Florida can transmit electrical currents through metal fences and trees. Therefore it is necessary to be extremely careful to avoid contact with these.

After the storm, check to see if the electricity has been restored. If so, then turn on your appliances one by one to avoid overloading a circuit. If there is any damage to your electricity, contact a professional electrician to deal with the situation. By law your local power company can only repair the power line coming directly into your home and the meter. Electrical systems and appliances on your home or inside your home is the homeowners responsibility.

I find this a conflict of interest for the independent adjuster has to consider the ramifications if too many claims are approved. I have met with many adjusters who have told me that if they approve more than 70% of the claims that their annual contract would not be renewed by the insurance company.

Don't start any repairs or cleanup efforts until you have had the spoilage accessed by the professionals. First, you don't want to get hurt, second you don't want to make things worse and third you need to give the adjuster the full scope of spoilage. It is important that you do document in video and film the spoilage from your prospective.

Mechanical spoilage is a term used for pop nails, or it could be for poor craftsmanship. The inspection is purely subjective on the part of the independent adjuster. The key factor for approval or denial is dependent upon the experience level of the adjuster who has the responsibility of mitigating the claim for storms spoilage.

Electrical components such as appliances, furnaces or outlets that have been submerged in flood waters should be replaced, as contaminates in the water can cause spoilage to electrical components, which could cause fires. If the heating system has been affected, have it checked by a professional cooling and heating contractor. It may be required to change some parts rather than the whole unit.

If your basement has been affected by a storm, remove items and dry the basement with fans and dehumidifiers. Check the outside for any gutters that are loose or detached and repair them immediately. Washed out soil along the foundation walls should be regraded by adding clean, filled dirt and sloping it away from the house

Snow storms and freezing temperatures can also damage a vehicle left outdoors. If at all possible, consider storing your car inside or under a covered shelter if there is even a chance of storms in the weather forecast. Additionally, it may be in your best interest to check with your insurer to see if your car insurance policy includes comprehensive coverage. If it does not, you may be leaving yourself vulnerable to the risk of having to pay for expensive storms damage repairs.




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