If you have filed a claim regarding sinkhole damage on your property and your claim has not been denied, your insurance company is likely to recommend a repair method that is in their best interest, not yours. At Williams Law Association, P.A., in Tampa, Florida, we are committed to helping our clients reap the full benefits of their property insurance policy.
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Common Sinkhole Repair Methods
While there are a number of ways in which sinkhole activity can be stopped or sinkhole damage can be repaired, the most common sinkhole repair methods are:
Grouting
This method of sinkhole repair is the cheapest and, thus, the method the insurance company is likely to push for. Grouting consists of concrete being pumped under the ground. However, there is no way to determine exactly where the concrete is going or how much will be needed to properly fill and stabilize the area.
Many structural engineers do not consider grouting to be a solution on its own, and most grouting companies will not guarantee their repairs, leaving property owners without the much-needed peace of mind and on the hook for the costs of future repairs.
Underpinning
In this procedure, metal piers are driven into the ground and embedded in the limestone beneath a property. The piers are then attached to the building using brackets with underpins being installed around the perimeter of the property. This is widely considered to be the best way to stabilize a structure suffering from sinkhole damage. However, this is also a costly process, which is why insurance companies will usually recommend grouting instead.
Has Your Home Insurance Company Denied Or Undervalued Your Property Damage Claim In Florida?
If your insurance company is dragging their feet regarding your property damage claim you should speak with an experienced insurance claim lawyer as soon as possible. Please contact us online or call our Tampa, Florida law office directly at 800.451.6786 to schedule your free consultation. We help Florida residents just like you fight the big insurance companies who fail to abide by their own policies. Remember, we work on a contingent basis, meaning you don't pay us anything until we win your case.
