What to Expect if Your Home or Office Building has Water Damage
- The adjuster assigned to your case will contact you to review the facts surrounding the loss and may, with your permission, record the conversation. Answer the adjuster's questions to the best of your ability and recollection.
- The carrier may send an appraiser to prepare a scope of damage and complete a repair estimate. You should be present for this inspection and ensure that the appraiser is aware of all areas of damage.
- If you've not already done so, engage a contractor of your choice to prepare a scope of damage and complete a repair estimate. Provide your contractor with a copy of the appraiser's estimate. Note that you have the right to have repairs completed by a contractor of your choice.
- If your contractor will not complete repairs for the amount of the appraiser's estimate, the contractor and appraiser should meet and resolve the differences.
- If the contractor and appraiser are unable to reach agreement, contact Payne Financial Group for further assistance.
- If the damage is extensive or involves loss to unusual items (antiques, valuable documents, etc.), contact Payne Financial Group for further assistance.
- If you have any questions or concerns about the handling or resolution of your claim, contact Payne Financial Group for assistance.
