Roof damage after tropical storms, hurricanes, or even common wind storms is a very common event in Florida. The denial or underpayment of these roof damage claims by insurance companies is also, unfortunately, a very common event. Insurance companies often prey upon homeowners in their time of need and attempt to confuse their own insureds as to the terms and conditions of their insurance policy and the items covered under the same.
Insurance companies will often claim that the damage to your roof is the result of old age, lack of maintenance, or some other mysterious cause which – surprisingly! – is not covered under your policy. If the insurance company does offer any compensation for your damage, the company will often only offer to pay for a portion of your roof or just the minimum necessary to keep water from dripping on your head. Despite what the insurance company’s adjuster might tell you, your policy provides for more than just minimum patchwork when a portion of your roof is damaged. The insurance company has the obligation to fully restore your roof to a pre-loss condition and, most times, that will mean the full replacement of your roof.
Most importantly, do not undertake this process alone. You should hire an attorney with experience handling first-party property insurance claims and use that attorney’s experience to level the playing field with the insurance company. In most cases, Florida law mandates that your insurance company be responsible for the payment of your attorney’s fees and costs should you prevail on your claim at trial – so there is no reason not to obtain legal counsel to assist with the presentation of your claim.
If you have any questions regarding your insurance policy or need assistance with your insurance claim, please contact our office. Our legal team has a reputation for obtaining excellent results on insurance claims and we stand ready to assist you with your claim.
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 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.
