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How Winter Damage Prevention Affects Your Home Insurance Claim (And What to Do If It’s Denied)
Winter damage prevention can protect your claim when insurers question heat, upkeep, or roof care. See which records can help push back fast.

The Complete Insurance Claim Timeline for Property Damage in NY, NJ, FL, and PA
Insurance claim timeline details for NY, NJ, FL, and PA can show when insurers must respond, inspect, and pay. See what delays to watch for.

How to File a Winter Storm Damage Claim in NJ and NY: Ice, Snow, and Freeze Coverage Explained
Winter storm damage claim mistakes can shrink payouts after ice, snow, or freeze damage. See what to document before cleanup begins at your property.

Cyber Security Insurance Claim Basics
As the world increasingly moves online, the risk of cyber attacks grows. Businesses of all sizes need to be prepared for the possibility of a data breach, and one way to do this is to purchase cyber security insurance.

RECENT RESULTS: Roof Damage in Teaneck, NJ
After a tree fell on the roof of a New Jersey residence, the roof was severely damaged and was in need of repair. Josh Berkowitz at Crestview Public Adjusters was able to retrieve $80,000 to help the homeowner pay for the roof repair.

RECENT RESULTS: Hurricane Ida Damage in Englewood, NJ
After Hurricane Ida ripped through the Tristate area, the storm damaged an Englewood office building. Josh Berkowitz at Crestview Public Adjusters settled the loss for $200,000.

RECENT RESULTS: Sewage Backup in New Milford, NJ
After there was a sewage backup in a residential home in New Milford, the water damaged items throughout the house. Josh Berkowitz at Crestview Public Adjusters was able to settled the loss at $130K.

RECENT RESULTS: Sump Pump Failure in Englewood Cliffs, NJ
After the sump pump failed in an Englewood cliffs residence, the water damaged items throughout the basement. Chubb originally offered the client $40K. However, Josh Berkowitz at Crestview Public Adjusters settled the loss at $150K.

Recent Results: Tree Damage in Englewood, NJ
After a tree fell on a home’s chimney and roof, Chubb Insurance offered the homeowner $50,000, However, Josh Berkowitz at Crestview Public Adjusters was able to settle the loss for $220,000!

RECENT RESULTS: Fire Damage in New York City
How did Crestview help with fire damage in New York City After a fire broke out in a 10-unit apartment building, the claim was originally

RECENT RESULTS: Sewage Backup in Bronx, NY
The mainline sewer was broken underneath a multifamily apartment building. The insurance offered $5,000 and Crestview was able to negotiate a $30,000 settlement.

RECENT RESULTS: Storm Damage in Merrick, NY
The client sustained water damage as a result of a storm. The client had damage to their wood floor and custom wood doors on their main floor. Crestview located additional damage to their indoor pool and roof. The insurance carrier’s original offer was $75,000 however after Crestview was engaged to represent the client the claim was settled for over $165,000.

RECENT RESULTS: Tropical Storm Damage in Oyster Bay
A tropical storm destroyed a portion of the client’s roof which caused interior damage in the house. The insurance carriers’ original offer was $45,000 which should have covered most of the damage however Crestview worked for weeks on this claim to finally settle with the insurance company for over $100,000.

RECENT RESULTS: Hail Damage in Brooklyn, NY
How did Crestview help with hail damage in Brooklyn, NY? A hail/windstorm storm caused siding damage and the client experienced water damage throughout the house.

RECENT RESULTS: Flooding Damage in Brooklyn, NY
The mainline sewer was backed up inside the client’s finished basement which caused water damage throughout the entire basement. The insurance offered $25,000 and Crestview was able to negotiate a $45,000 settlement.

RECENT RESULTS: Storm Damage in Wildwood, NJ
A client had a second home and was notified by their manager that they had water damage on the second floor. Crestview was brought on to the scene to locate where the damage originated from. A recent storm caused damage to their roof and Crestview was able to replace a portion of the roof and repair all damage to the interior of the home consisting of over $20,000.