Residential Pipes and Freezing Conditions Interactive Guide
Explore this interactive guide to learn characteristics about pipes and insulation types and where they may be located in a home.
How Soil Conditions Damage Foundations Interactive Guide
Different soil conditions don’t respond to loads in the same way, and soil’s response can have a profound impact on the structure above it.
5 Parts of the House Vulnerable to Wet Winters
Be prepared for winter water-related losses by reading our article on house areas at risk for damage.
Tornadoes In The U.S.: More Than A Regional Concern
Learn more about where carriers are seeing tornado claims and how wind speed and strength factor into damages from our article published in PropertyCasualty360.
Understanding Foundation Losses Webinar Recording
Watch Alpine Intel’s Technical Education Trainer in the webinar recording to gain insight into the construction and common damages that affect foundations.
Adjusters’ Guide to Drainage, Soil, and Foundation Losses
Soil type and slope play a huge part in foundation health. Here’s how inadequate drainage can lead to foundation claims.
Foundation Damage Case Study
Foundation footings on a steep slope showed signs of damage. Donan’s inspection considered terrain, building material, weather data, and more.
How Intensity and Duration Dictate Structural Damages in Fires
Ever wonder how fires impact structures? For adjusters, diving into fire dynamics could unlock more accurate claims. Learn more!
Was the Heat On? The How and Why of Freeze Damage Claims
Freeze damage to pipes can lead to extensive water losses in claims. Getting the cause of loss for an accurate settlement includes determining whether the heat in a house was properly maintained.
How Spray Foam Can Hide (or Worsen) Property Losses
Spray foam insulation is an effective air and moisture barrier, but it can hide or worsen long-term damages from water intrusion.
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