Steps to File a Storm Damage Insurance Claim

1/27/2021 (Permalink)

A house has been damaged by a tree from a recent storm in Canton, Ohio.

If you suspect or know you have storm damage to your Canton home or business, depending on the amount of damage, you may find yourself filing a claim with your homeowner's insurance provider.

6 Tips for Filing an Insurance Claim After a Storm.

1. Contact your insurance company or agent as soon as possible to begin the process. Storms can cause File the right claim: storms can cause different types of damage that require different types of insurance claims. Work with your adjuster or your insurance company to help maximize your claim.
2. Document your loss. Before for you start cleaning up, take photos of the damage to your home and belongings.
3. Check with your insurer before discarding damaged items and materials instead, make a list of damage and lost items, and gather any original receipts you have for those items.
4. Sign up for SMS/text alerts with your insurance company to update you on the status of your claim.
5. Know what emergency services are available.
6. Keep a claim diary.

After your claim has been approved, you will need to hire a restoration company. Your insurance carrier will have a preferred vendor. SERVPRO of South & East Stark County is a preferred contractor with most major insurance companies. You do have the choice to hire whomever you wish to help you with your storm damage cleanup. 

If you choose SERVPRO of South & East Stark County rest assured we will arrive onsite quickly, assess the damage and stabilize the situation. If there is standing water, we will remove it by using our water extraction tools. If you have roof damage, we have can roof tarp or board up and storm damage holes, punctures or broken windows. We will then contact your insurance company to confirm scope before doing any intrusive demolition that will not be covered.

Did you know that SERVPRO can bill your insurance company directly?

We work hand in hand with your insurance company, adjusters and agents. Instead of paying us directly, we will bill your insurance directly and agree on cost with them. You will not have to pay out of pocket the day of services. A deductible may need to be collected the time of services depending on your insurance coverage. It is important to review your coverage yearly, so you are prepared before you experience a storm damage. If you need water damage cleanup services in Stark County, Ohio call SERVPRO of South & East Stark County at 330-823-4088. We promise to make it "Like it never even happened."