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Don’t Stress With Self Repairs or Replace Property When You Have a Claim

August 26, 2021

Insurance claims are all about fixing something that has been damaged. In instances when a home or business is damaged, property owners will want to make repairs and replace their property as quickly as possible. However, property owners do not have to do either of those things and here is a detailed glimpse at why that is the case.

Insurance policies were designed so that property owners do not have to make repairs or replace their property. All they have to do is report the damages. And in order to assess the damage in its entirety, insurance companies will need to get a close-up view of the damage.

Now, this process will not happen overnight. The good news is that it will happen as long as you follow the proper protocol and that does not mean conceding to the suggestions of your insurance company.

Within every insurance policy, there is something called Additional Living Expenses. This covers the costs of your day-to-day living while repairs are being made to your property. Keep all receipts and submit them to your insurance company for reimbursement. And the longer it takes insurance companies to fix your damaged property, the longer it has to keep paying these living expenses. That could prompt them to speed up the process and take more immediate action.

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Nevertheless, you will not have to repair a single thing. You can also select which contractors you would like to make the repairs. They are the ones who will be entrusted with fixing your home. You will still have to maintain mortgage payments that were in place before the damage, but it will not be on you to make any repairs.

Any repairs that you do make could be contested by your insurance company and it could also be used to lessen your settlement. In some extreme cases, it could be used to deny your claim.

Clearing debris is not deemed the same as making repairs and this is something property owners can do, in addition to closing up holes that could lead to further damage. However, the extent of that generally applies to boarding up windows or covering a hole in the roof with a tarp.

AmeriClaims provides residents of the Charlotte area with someone they can turn to when faced with any kind of property damage. Our public adjusters will walk you through the process and level the playing field so that insurance companies cannot take advantage of you. After disaster strikes, strike back at insurance companies by contacting AmeriClaims right away.

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Lucy Fyfe

5 months ago

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Amy and Josh at AmeriClaims helped one of my clients with a dire situation. We are so grateful and delighted we were able to find them at the right time. They are going in my contact list for anyone in need. Thank you so much for your professionalism and assistance.

Amy and Josh at AmeriClaims helped one of my clients with a dire situation. We are so grateful and delighted we were able to find them at the right time. They are going in my contact list for anyone in need. Thank you so much for your professionalism and assistance.

Rhonda Jane Catha-Kramer

8 months ago

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From the first phone to the final in person visit Americlaims Andy we're the embodiment of professionalism, knowledge, integrity, and often times emotional support during venting about State Farm Adjuster, Verna, and the inexcusable business practices. Andy walked us through the fire and we came out the other end receiving what was legally owed. If you are struggling with your insurance adjuster then call Americlaims and let them know we sent you

From the first phone to the final in person visit Americlaims Andy we're the embodiment of professionalism, knowledge, integrity, and often times emotional support during venting about State Farm Adjuster, Verna, and the inexcusable business practices. Andy walked us through the fire and we came out the other end receiving what was legally owed. If you are struggling with your insurance adjuster then call Americlaims and let them know we sent you

SNS Realty

8 months ago

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This team did an excellent job on handling my insurance claim.They handling everything from start to end and got me the most out of my insurance claim. They are honest and trustworthy which is what I ask for when doing business. Highly recommended.

This team did an excellent job on handling my insurance claim.They handling everything from start to end and got me the most out of my insurance claim. They are honest and trustworthy which is what I ask for when doing business. Highly recommended.

Sohil Shah

8 months ago

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This team did an excellent job on handling my insurance claim.They handling everything from start to end and got me the most out of my insurance claim. They are honest and trustworthy which is what I ask for when doing business. Highly recommended.

This team did an excellent job on handling my insurance claim.They handling everything from start to end and got me the most out of my insurance claim. They are honest and trustworthy which is what I ask for when doing business. Highly recommended.

Dean Barley

1 year ago

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Without a doubt these folks FAR EXCEEDED what I ever imagined they could do. They were there every step of the way to help me. I would never have received what I was entitled to without their help.

Without a doubt these folks FAR EXCEEDED what I ever imagined they could do. They were there every step of the way to help me. I would never have received what I was entitled to without their help.

Omar Leonard

1 year ago

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Annette Metz

1 year ago

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Tonya was amazing at handling everything for me after going through such a traumatic experience and any problem I had she was only a phone call away and I had results or a solution by the days end Very professional company and well worth the money and I would definetly recommend Americlaims to anyone needing this kind of service after a loss Tonya is a great people person and went above and beyond to make sure I received what i was insured for Thanks again Tonya...

Tonya was amazing at handling everything for me after going through such a traumatic experience and any problem I had she was only a phone call away and I had results or a solution by the days end Very professional company and well worth the money and I would definetly recommend Americlaims to anyone needing this kind of service after a loss Tonya is a great people person and went above and beyond to make sure I received what i was insured for Thanks again Tonya...

Tonya LaRocca

1 year ago

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Stefanie Shiramizu

2 years ago

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Americlaims may be the best thing that has ever happened to us. We cannot thank them enough for all they did for our family. Last year, my husband and I bought our first home....and our first night there literally 4 hours into being in our new home, our moving truck was stolen out of our driveway, with all of our belongings in it. We had the clothes on our back, and that was it. We lost everything we have ever owned. My fathers ashes, family heirlooms, wedding photos...not to mention all of our furniture, electronics, checkbooks, college diplomas, clothes, our doctoral white coats...etc I called my home owners insurance company to initiate a claim, and they sent me a blank piece of paper and told me to just write everything down we lost. We didn't even know where to begin. It was overwhelming.Someone told us about public insurance adjusters. And honestly we didn't know that companies like Americlaims existed. But we met with Tonya....and it was the best decision we've ever made. Tonya worked diligently to file our claim. She provided us with all the tools and info we needed to recall what we lost. She helped us itemize, price, and negotiate with our insurance company so that we could be compensated fairly for our losses. She was 100 on our team. It's been almost a year since our theft, and we are just wrapping up with this insurance process. And I just can't thank Tonya and Americlaims enough for all they have done for us. It made a very hectic and stressful time much more manageable. As a newly married couple, they honestly gave us the opportunity to get our life back. Without them we would have had to start over using all of our savings.

Americlaims may be the best thing that has ever happened to us. We cannot thank them enough for all they did for our family. Last year, my husband and I bought our first home....and our first night there literally 4 hours into being in our new home, our moving truck was stolen out of our driveway, with all of our belongings in it. We had the clothes on our back, and that was it. We lost everything we have ever owned. My fathers ashes, family heirlooms, wedding photos...not to mention all of our furniture, electronics, checkbooks, college diplomas, clothes, our doctoral white coats...etc I called my home owners insurance company to initiate a claim, and they sent me a blank piece of paper and told me to just write everything down we lost. We didn't even know where to begin. It was overwhelming.Someone told us about public insurance adjusters. And honestly we didn't know that companies like Americlaims existed. But we met with Tonya....and it was the best decision we've ever made. Tonya worked diligently to file our claim. She provided us with all the tools and info we needed to recall what we lost. She helped us itemize, price, and negotiate with our insurance company so that we could be compensated fairly for our losses. She was 100 on our team. It's been almost a year since our theft, and we are just wrapping up with this insurance process. And I just can't thank Tonya and Americlaims enough for all they have done for us. It made a very hectic and stressful time much more manageable. As a newly married couple, they honestly gave us the opportunity to get our life back. Without them we would have had to start over using all of our savings.

Debra Massey

3 years ago

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Professional and courteous. Knowledgeable of the claim process. Took the stress of filing our claim off of us. Consistent follow up. Talk to us and not at us. Recommend highly. Debra

Professional and courteous. Knowledgeable of the claim process. Took the stress of filing our claim off of us. Consistent follow up. Talk to us and not at us. Recommend highly. Debra

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