5 Things To Know About How SEER Regulation Changes Will Impact Residential HVAC Systems
Your residential policyholders will likely be hearing from their contractors much sooner about what replacements they think insureds will need to comply with the upcoming HVAC system energy efficiency standards.
Reduce Indemnity Leakage Caused by HVAC and Refrigeration Claims
When water leaks from the ceiling, many people stick a bucket underneath. Each little droplet may be barely visible, but if the leak isn’t repaired, the bucket will eventually overflow. Claims leakage can be a lot like this.
4 Times Squirrels Caused HVAC System Claims
This squirrel looks cute, but underneath those innocent eyes is a mouth with 22 teeth that have caused major problems for policyholders.
Factors That Influence Whether To Repair or Replace an HVAC System
To replace or not to replace? That is the question. For an adjuster, this query about whether a full HVAC system replacement is necessary shouldn’t be as daunting or as vague as Hamlet debating life or death.
Types of Boiler Losses Most Likely To Lead to an Insurance Claim
Adjusters, learn about common boiler problems (including puffbacks) that may lead to claims and why it’s critical to assess equipment before settling.
When Lack of Maintenance Leads to a Claim
Most homeowners don’t follow a maintenance plan, which may lead to property claims from losses due to wear and tear.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Settling Residential and Commercial HVAC Claims
Adjusters won’t be concerned about whether they’ll make an accurate settlement decision for claims with HVAC equipment if they abide by the following simple steps.
What’s a Puffback? A Rundown for Property Claims Adjusters
Learn what a puffback is, why they occur in furnaces and boilers, what damage may look like, and how experts identify them and their root causes.
Property Insurance Claim Trends for 2022
The year 2021 may have felt like a blur as the world learned to navigate a new normal left from the swift and lasting effects of the 2020 pandemic.
Why Some HVAC Systems and Water Heaters Use Flue Pipes and Chimney Liners
HVAC systems that utilize a gas- or oil-fired furnace or boiler are equipped with flue pipes to vent harmful fuel combustion gases out of the property safely. Gas and oil water heaters are also connected to flue pipes.
Alpine Intel’s content is meant to inform and educate readers using general terms and descriptions. They do not replace expert evaluations that determine facts and details related to each unique claim.