Surge and Lightning Damage to Electronics
With so much at stake, it’s important to verify the cause of loss to equipment before settling a claim, but it may be difficult to determine whether lightning, high voltage surge, or something else is responsible.
Whole Home Surge and Lightning Claims Guide
When these claims come across your desk, an objective assessment is crucial to determining the actual cause of loss – and whether the equipment is damaged at all.
Lightning and Surge Impacts in Property Claims Guide
Lightning and surge are the most frequently reported or determined cause of loss for commercial and residential policyholders.
Complex Commercial HVAC Claims Case Study
Commercial HVAC claims may be more complex for adjusters to resolve than residential claims, since they often include multiple different types of systems with varied damages, or even multiple causes of loss.
Tornado Claim Case Study
The adjuster handling the claim turned to Donan to confirm if a tornado was responsible for the reported sloping floors, punctured roof sheathing, and missing roof and wall areas.
Understanding Solenoid Valves and Leaks Guide
Solenoid valves are vital components that regulate water use in common household appliances like refrigerators, dishwashers, and washing machines.
3 Things To Know About Wildfire Risk and Property Claims
Whether wildfires are nearby or miles away, they can impact policyholders. Learn about wildfire risks and why they lead to claims.
Outdoor Electronics: Your Guide to Perils, Damages, and Assessments
Claims with electronics and electrically powered specialty items may include outdoor equipment like solar power systems, landscape lighting, lawnmowers, and more.
Top Facts to Know About Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors for Insurance Claims
In some cases, damaged detectors could invalidate a policy or reduce a settlement if a fire were to occur.
Beyond the Basics: Advanced HVAC Systems Webinar Recording
Build your expertise with complex HVAC equipment—understand advanced technologies, damage patterns, and real-world claims involving geothermal, make-up air units and more.
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.