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Florida homes damaged by flooding after a hurricane or tropical storm often face the double whammy of not having any of the water damage covered and then not getting any assistance with mold remediation. This is true for any water damage that’s caused by a peril the insurance company decides isn’t covered. Consider these […]

It’s always preferable to avoid getting hurricane damage lawyers involved with home or business claims to repair hurricane damage.  Ideally, you schedule a consultation with a contractor, get an estimate on repairs, the insurance company reviews your claim filing, agrees the amount you’re requesting is fair and pays your claim. Life is frequently not […]

I haven’t received a response to my claim. When should I start getting nervous? The insurance company has several deadlines when it comes to hurricane claims. The insurance company must acknowledge and respond to communications from you within 14 days. They must start investigating your claim within 10 days of receiving your proof of […]

When people are shopping for insurance coverage – whether it’s health insurance, auto coverage or homeowners insurance – they often gravitate towards the cheapest solution. Homeowners in Florida should look past that one differentiator and consider each insurance company’s reputation when it comes to claims processing. If you talk to three different homeowners who […]

Myth: Category 1 Hurricanes Aren’t that Dangerous Facts: Even tropical storms, with winds under 74 miles per hour, can cause significant damage. Tropical Storm Josephine, which made landfall in Florida’s Taylor County in 1996, spawned over a dozen tornadoes, produced 9.3 feet of storm surge, damaging more than 3,700 homes and knocked out power […]

You get back to your home or business after a mandatory evacuation for a hurricane and everything looks good – but is it? Things are not always as they appear on the surface, and many home and property owners find this out the hard way after a hurricane. Roof Damage Is the Most Common […]

It depends on who you ask. There are some home developers and builders who claim their homes stand up far better to hurricanes than the average Florida home. They usually stop short of claiming their homes are “hurricane proof,” likely for liability reasons, but they do advertise them as “Hurricane Resistant.” Deltec Homes and […]

If you asked most people where the highest frequency of lightning strikes occur in the United States, they may guess mountains or tall buildings. Central Florida usually isn’t the thing that first comes to mind. You may be surprised to learn that the corridor located between Orlando and Tampa has several natural features that […]