The Difference Between Wind, Flood and Storm Damage

By Catherine Powell

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Just when you thought it was safe after Dorian came and went, here comes Humberto.  While only a tropical storm as I write this blog, the predictions for Humberto are for much more wind and rain to fall on Florida than it did with Dorian.  With that in mind, I thought I’d take the time to cover the difference between flood and storm damage this week.  Especially for those homeowners who don’t have a flood policy, this information could mean the difference between having a claim approved or denied after the next named storm roars through town.

Documenting Storm Damage

By Catherine Powell

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Now that the start of Hurricane Season is only a couple weeks away, I thought I’d take the time to show you how to document storm damage.  When it comes to storms in Florida, it doesn’t take a hurricane to produce damage.  The typical afternoon gully washer packs enough of a punch to knock down trees, strip shingles from roofs and pepper your home with hail.  If your home does sustain storm-related damage, do you know how to document it so you can file a claim?  Do you know what steps to take to make sure you get paid?  Below are some helpful hints designed to give you a leg up after the squall has ended.