I’ve had a fire, where do I start?

Step 1:  Call the 1-800 number for your Homeowners insurance to file a property claim

• During this time, an adjuster will be assigned to your claim and they will contact you for further instruction.

• Be sure to write your claim number down for easy reference

• They will help you with advances for personal property recovery, food, lodging

• TIP: Save ALL of your receipts during this time!

• Beware of being approached by certain service providers stating they work for your insurance company, or your insurance company sent them out. Be sure to ask them who your insurance company is and if they have the claim number.

 

Step 2: Find your Temporary Additional Living (ALE): Hotel, AirBnb, Rental, family..etc

• Your insurance will also have temporary housing solutions available to you

 

Step 3: Start researching contractors that specialize in Insurance claims to help you return HOME!

• Choose who you trust and feel comfortable with to rebuild your home (this is going to be a short-term marriage)

 

Step 4: BREATHE! There IS light at the end of this tunnel!

• It is your contractors job to make sure that you understand the process.. Duarte will be here every step of the way!