As severe storms whipped the south east of the US over the weekend, the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCI) issued reminders to the general public to ensure orderly claims filing and processing as residents go about repairing their damaged property.
“Homeowners should first contact their insurance company or agent through their toll-free number, app or website to begin filing a claim. Insurers plan for catastrophes and are prepared to assist homeowners immediately,” PCI regional manager of state government relations Logan McFaddin said in a PCI statement.
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The trade group added that policyholders should immediately secure their property after the storm to prevent further damage or theft. Claimants should also document losses by photographing damage and keeping receipts and other transaction records for the reference of their adjustors, PCI emphasized.
Moreover, they warned against rogue contractors. They told the public to only deal with those who are government certified and insisted that they should ask for proper credentials before signing any contracts.
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