Hurricane season is almost here and Floridians are starting to prepare. But amid the COVD-19 crisis, this presents owners of homes and businesses with a bit of a challenge. This hurricane season will be about trying to stay safe from COVID-19 and about hurricane preparation. But Floridians are up to the challenge, and knowing you have a trusted public adjuster on your side like Crestview Public Adjusters, can make life easier.
How can you secure your roof in the event of a hurricane?
If you’ve lived in South Florida for any length of time, you’ve probably experienced the effects of a tropical storm or hurricane so you know the weather can be unpredictable. And with storm season upon us, it’s best to take a few precautions to secure the safety of your roof so that you don’t incur any water damage. In the past, hurricanes have caused significant damage to South Florida with millions of dollars in damages to homes and businesses alike. The heavy rains and pounding winds that major storms bring are enough to cause significant damage to our home’s structure and your roof, in particular. From lifted shingles to swirling bits of debris that can really cause damage to broken and damaged tiles, your roof may be in need of some repair. The expert team at Crest view Public Adjusters understands the stress that roof damage caused by a storm can bring. It’s a good idea to reach out to a roofing contractor first so that he can give you an idea of the cost to repair the damages. Working with the best roofers and licensed property claims adjusters is a great idea for anyone whose home was damaged as a result of a major storm or hurricane. Next, reach out to an expert property damage public adjuster like Crestview Public Adjusters if you need help with your insurance company. We will fight to get the maximum settlement you deserve.
Here are some of the steps you should take should your roof suffer damage from a tropical storm or hurricane:
- Obtain an accurate written report from a licensed roofer detailing damages and cost of damages
- Take clear photos if you can
- Make sure you keep a record of any water damage
- If tiles are damaged, push for a total roof repair. It can be hard to match tiles
- Call a property damage public adjuster BEFORE you call your insurance company
