Porch Roof Damage Case Study

Homeowners tend to assess their property after a severe weather event. If they notice anything off, they might submit a claim to their insurance carrier, attributing the damage to the weather. In this case study, an adjuster received a claim that cited wind as the cause of damage to a porch canopy following a spring storm.  

The adjuster sought an expert opinion from Donan’s licensed forensic engineering team to determine if storm-related winds impacted the porch covering. Within six business days of receiving the assignment, the engineer conducted an onsite assessment and prepared a report that incorporated the scientific method and a review of reputable weather data to form actionable conclusions. 

This case study explores: 

• How an expert assessment can verify if damage occurred and how much 
• Indicators an engineer looks for to determine the cause of damage 
• The significance of a historical image search to corroborate the onsite assessment 

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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.