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Insurance Claims from Herriman Fires?

Renee Darata — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 21:36:06 +0000

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 →

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

Renee Darata — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 19:11:52 +0000

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 expensive because the damage is greater. The longer water sits, the more damage.

Ask your agent if they have a preferred vendor or if they have a recommendation.

Most restoration companies today can remediate the damage quickly and prevent mold growth.

Most importantly, they can get your life back to normal.

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

Renee Darata — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 01:17:40 +0000

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 a recipe for mold.

Yes, black mold.

Insurance policies now exclude mold damage and it is very expensive to eradicate.

Stay tuned for Part 2.