The impact on your home following a destructive hurricane can leave you feeling overwhelmed and faced with numerous challenges, emotionally and financially. It becomes crucial to be prepared for such an event. These steps will help you find suitable temporary living arrangements and start the process of rebuilding your home. If you or a loved […]
According to the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gas utilities are essential to many homes in Louisiana, with approximately one in three households relying on natural gas. During hurricanes, it’s important to understand the safety measures related to gas lines. While underground gas lines are generally safe during hurricanes, they are not indestructible, especially regarding the impact of […]
When a hurricane damages your home, it’s important to know what to do to get the most out of your insurance claim. In this article, we’ll give you some tips on maximizing the value of your home insurance claim. We’ll also discuss the importance of deadlines and documentation and how best to communicate with your insurance […]
After a hurricane, homeowners want a speedy resolution to their claims so they can begin repairs. And, with some basic preparation, you can help speed up the insurance claim inspection process. Preparing for Your Homeowner’s Insurance Claim Inspection Once you’ve reported your hurricane damage to your insurance company, an insurance adjuster will be assigned to your claim. […]
As a homeowner in a hurricane-prone area, hurricane insurance is a necessity. But why do home insurance rates go up after a hurricane? There are a few reasons for this; to better understand each, we must first understand how insurance companies operate. How Insurers Calculate Hurricane Insurance Rates Insurance companies are in the business of calculated risk. […]
If you are looking to provide proof of loss after a hurricane, you are talking about using a legal document to prove you indeed suffered damage to your property. These documents are required to be submitted to a hurricane insurance company when the policyholder is requesting any amount of money from the insurance company to cover damages […]
Hurricane season comes with far too many dangerous surprises, and you may be shocked to learn that one of them is tornadoes. If a hurricane, tornado, or both leave you with damage to your home, business, or other property, the first order of business is reaching out to an experienced New Orleans hurricane damage claims attorney. […]
If a hurricane has hit your home or property, you may be at a loss regarding what to do next and how best to proceed. While the process can be daunting, having the right supplies on hand can help you tackle it with purpose and increased confidence. If this is the difficult situation you find […]
If you are wondering if you should board up your window during hurricane season, it’s often a good idea. If a severe storm is coming your way, boarding up your windows can go a long way toward protecting your home and should be taken into careful consideration. If your home has been damaged in a […]
If your home or property was damaged in a hurricane, you’d look to a contractor to help put things right and allow you to return to normalcy as quickly as possible. It may come as a shock that contractor scams are not uncommon in the aftermath of an upset of this magnitude. Hurricanes leave immense […]