Tornados, no matter the size, can inflict tremendous damage to properties ranging from easy-to-see damage to windows and siding to harder-to-find damage to foundations. Dealing with your policy might make your head spin, you can rely on the team here at Keathley Claims Consultants to help you navigate your policy so you can be made whole again.
Dos & Don'ts of
Tornado Damage
Do Call 911 if necessary. Protect life, ensure all people and pets are safe.
Do put our number (419) 504-1601 into your contacts and speed dial.
Do call us for names of vendors whom we know to be proven to handle tornado damages and recovery.
Do contact your insurer. Your insurer can explain the next steps. You may receive emergency funds for a hotel. Or, the insurer may dispatch a 24/7 contractor to your property.
Do keep anyone not directly involved in the claim or clean up of the claim from entering your property before remediation. If someone gets injured you could be liable.
DO
Don't leave the adjuster by themselves. Walk around with the adjuster. Be there when they're going through and point things out that they might not be aware of. This helps keep all parties informed.
Don’t start any work until you and the insurer agree on the Scope of Loss. Without this, you may jeopardize having enough in your final settlement to restore your property to its pre-loss condition.
Don’t throw away any damaged items until the insurance adjuster has had an opportunity to come and assess the damage. Know who has salvage rights.
DONT
Disclaimer: We're not contractors, please seek contracting advice from licensed contractors who specialize in this field.