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Commercial HVAC Water Damage in New Jersey: Warning Signs Business Owners Miss Before Filing a Cooling System Claim
Service records can support a commercial HVAC water damage claim in New Jersey. Match photos, tenant notes, and moisture readings before cleanup.

Lightning Strike Insurance Claims in Pennsylvania: What Your Policy May Not Cover After Electrical and Fire Damage
Lightning strike insurance claims in Pennsylvania need clear proof of fire, surge, and wiring damage. See what records to collect before filing.

Basement Flooding Insurance Claim in New Jersey: A Summer Checklist for Sump Pump Failures and Heavy Rain Damage
Sump pump failed during a storm? A basement flooding insurance claim in New Jersey needs cause proof, photos, and receipts. See what to collect.

Case Study: Fire and Lightning Strike Old Westbury
A lightning strike impacted a gas vent located on the roof of a 10,000-square-foot residence. The electrical discharge traveled down the vent pipe, leading to a fire outbreak in the basement. Consequently, the basement fire resulted in smoke damage that spread throughout the entire house. Crestview reached a settlement of $850,000 for the claim within a remarkably brief period of fewer than 90 days.

Case Study: Investment Property Fire NYC Upper West Side
A blaze ignited from an electric scooter within a first-floor apartment, resulting in harm to the building’s exterior and all ten residential units. Crestview’s successfully filed a comprehensive claim, securing the full reimbursement for both property damages and business interruption losses. The total loss amounted to $1.8 million.

5 Essential Tips to Safeguard Yourself Against Cyber Crimes
Follow these essential tips to safeguard your online presence, reduce the risk of cyber attacks, and maximize recovery with Crestview Public Adjusters.

What You Need To Know About Burst Pipes
Winter weather can seriously damage pipes, causing leaks and bursts that can lead to costly repairs and extensive water damage. Thankfully, there are several steps you can take to prevent frozen pipes and mitigate damage and losses in case of a burst.

Does Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Frozen Pipes?
The importance of proper maintenance and preventative measures to protect pipes from freezing. Also, coverage for secondary water damage, personal property damage, and loss of use, along with the guidelines for insulating pipes, setting thermostats appropriately, and winterizing homes.

Cyber Liability Insurance Complete Guide
The basics of cyber liability insurance, including the common cyber attack occurrences covered such as data breaches, malware attacks, phishing attacks, and ransomware. The different types of security provided by cyber liability insurance, such as network security, privacy liability, network business interruption, media liability, and errors and omissions coverage.

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