Category Archives: Mitigation

Insurance Claims from Herriman Fires?

Posted on September 22, 2010 by Renee Darata Leave a comment

As the evacuation order is lifted from the Machine Gun Fire in Herriman Utah, and families return home, they will likely discover soot and smoke damage to the inside of their homes. Smoke damage is a covered peril on most … Continue reading →

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WHAT NOT TO DO WHEN YOU HAVE A FLOOD-Part 2

Posted on February 12, 2010 by Renee Darata Leave a comment

First, please contact your insurance agent.  Many homeowners try and clean up the water themselves and then end up filing a claim anyway.  They didn’t save any $$, because their deductible still applies.  In fact, the claim may be more … Continue reading →

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WHAT NOT TO DO WHEN YOU HAVE A FLOOD- Part 1

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Renee Darata Leave a comment

Do not try and clean up the water yourself!! Do not hire a carpet cleaner to vacuum up the water. Do not clean up the water and place an ordinary house fan out to dry out the carpet. This is … Continue reading →

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