A fire can break out in a split second and become financially and emotionally devastating in a matter of minutes. You cannot always predict when disaster strikes, but as a building owner, you can lower your risk of fire damage by considering the top fire hazards....
Homeowner Claims
Dealing with flood damage from storm surge
No one needs to tell Florida residents about the risks they face from hurricanes. Indeed, such an assertion may result in a rebuttal that advances in structural engineering and building codes make living in the state safer than ever. While such advances make surviving...
How much does graffiti removal cost a business owner?
If you own a business, you undoubtedly put a great deal of time, money and effort into creating your company's brand. Part of this, of course, is the way your shop looks to customers. Regrettably, those with too much time on their hands may decide to vandalize your...
What types of damages may occur due to a fire?
A fire in your home is incredibly scary and dangerous. Your first move should always be to get all people and animals out, if possible, but leaving behind your belongings can be heartbreaking. You may wonder what damage to expect when you can go back inside. FEMA...
What are the different kinds of warranties?
Having your home built or renovated can be exciting but also concerning. You want the construction work to meet your expectations but your friends or neighbors might have told you stories about problems they experienced with construction defects. This is why you want...
Three ways to handle an insurance adjuster visit
If you suffer fire damage to your Florida home, you will probably seek coverage from your homeowner’s insurance policy. To process your claim, your insurer will send an adjuster to your home to examine the damage. Since this survey will serve as the basis for an...
Serving a notice of claim over construction defects
If you are struggling with the consequences of construction defects, you need to thoroughly understand your options. In some instances, property owners can take legal action in order to recover from the damage of construction defects. If the carelessness of a...
Why are your windows so important?
When you are caring for your home, you often think of a few things first. Your ceiling and roof, your floors and your walls often come to mind quickly. You also likely spend time focusing on insulating and protecting any attic, crawlspace or basement you may have. But...
3 tips for taking photos for an insurance claim
When a hurricane or major storm blows through your area, your home may sustain damage that renders your living spaces unusable. As part of this process, you may file an insurance claim to cover the repair costs. According to the Office for Coastal Management, 50...
Steps to take after vandalism of your home or business
While vandalism may seem like a harmless prank or a victimless crime, it can actually cause thousands of dollars in property damage. If you experience vandalism of your home or business, you can file a claim with your homeowner's policy to cover the cost of repairing...