Tips for Storm Damage Insurance Claims
Has your home suffered roof storm damage? If so, it’s important to take appropriate actions to ensure your home insurance company covers the needed repairs. Here are some tips to help you get started:
Get an Assessment From a Storm Damage Roofing Company
You may think that calling your insurance company right away is the logical first step. To be clear, you do want to notify your insurance company as soon as possible. However, to save yourself a potential headache further along in the claims process, it’s worth getting a professional storm roof contractor to take a look at the damage first. An experienced roofer will be able to document all the damage that your roof sustained and the repairs that are needed to restore it to prime condition. Once you have this document in hand, you can contact your insurance company and give them a confident overview of the storm damage and needed repairs.
Beware of Scammers
While getting an official assessment from a professional roofing company is a great first step, be cautious about whom you trust. Scammers are notorious for swooping into a storm-damaged area and offering repair services, only to do a shoddy job and disappear with the money. Make sure that the storm damage roofing company you choose is licensed and insured, and has years of experience providing storm restoration services in your local area.
Keep a Thorough Log of the Storm Event and Resulting Damage
In addition to seeking an assessment from a storm roofing company, document everything about what happened to your home. This can include pictures of your damaged roof and news reports on the severity of the storm. Every file you can provide to your insurance company will help ensure all the requisite repairs will be covered.
Contact Us for an Assessment
If your home in the Indianapolis, IN, area has roof storm damage, contact Home Value Renovations today. We’ll document the damage to your property and assess the repairs that are needed, and we’ll be right there by your side when you meet with your adjuster to ensure all the recommended repairs are covered.