Water Damage to Structural Elements | The Savvy Adjuster Podcast Ep. 21
Episode Summary
On this episode of The Savvy Adjuster Podcast, host Chris Nichols is joined by Donan’s Principal Forensic Engineer Rich Grimshaw and Senior Project Engineer Alec Haugdahl to discuss the huge topic of water intrusion, leaks, and other sources of water damage to structural components. Learn from their expertise and experience about internal and external water sources, which structural elements are more vulnerable to moisture damage, and what adjusters should ask when water is a suspected cause of loss. Listen on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.
Discussed in This Episode
- Common sources for damage from water
- Structural elements susceptible to water damage
- How experts assess reported water damage
- What adjusters should consider before settling structural water claims
- Real examples of structural water damage assessments
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