The Savvy Adjuster Newsletter — March 2025 Edition

Recent data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) highlights that parts of the country have already experienced significant hailstorms in 2025. With spring storms approaching, these events are expected to become more common, and hail damage will be a recurring reported cause of loss. To help you confidently address these claims, we’ve compiled some hail and storm resources, including a podcast episode and commercial HVAC equipment case study. We’ve also gathered adjuster-focused materials for auto claims, such as guidance on preventing fraud and important considerations for handling electric vehicle fires. Check out these valuable resources below!

The Savvy Adjuster Podcast: Hail Damage and Collateral Indicators 

Check out one of our most popular topics—the importance of collateral indicators in hail damage assessments and when to enlist expert claim support—and subscribe so you don’t miss our upcoming episode delving into wind damage to asphalt shingle roofs.

Watch the Most Recent Webinar Recording

Hail Damage to Asphalt Shingles, presented by Donan Engineering. Get insight about asphalt shingles and hail, including how engineers assess reportedly hail-damaged roofs, how collateral indicators factor into an inspection, and other causes of loss that may be reported as hail. Watch the Recording

Commercial Large Loss HVAC Hail Claim Case Study

Discover how an objective assessment by the HVACi team provided the information an adjuster needed to accurately resolve a hail claim involving more than 50 HVAC systems, including LKQ repair vs. replacement recommendations. Learn More

The Role of Codes in Electrical Claims Guide 

Learn about the role of safety codes in electrical claims with our comprehensive guide! Explore key updates to the National Electrical Code (NEC) and how they impact various aspects of electrical services and claim adjustment. Learn More

How To Spot Potential Fraud Concerns in Auto Claims

Use this guide to learn to identify indicators of potential auto fraud, such as an overly pushy or litigious insured, and how to prevent it. Get the Tips

What Adjusters Should Expect To See From Storm-Impacted Solar Power Systems

Don’t assume solar panel systems damaged by hail and wind automatically require replacement. Find out how an assessment can ease your settlement decision in this article. Read More

If you found these resources helpful and are looking for more, you can explore a wealth of materials in our resources library. We are always available to answer your questions about Alpine Intel’s suite of services and how we can offer innovative solutions to your complex insurance-related challenges! Sign up so you don’t miss April’s Savvy Adjuster Newsletter!

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.