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How to File a Flood Insurance Claim

Flood insurance is necessary and sometimes mandatory in certain areas of the country that are susceptible to major flooding. While the hope is that the flood insurance is never needed, filing flood insurance claims are a must after a large scale... Recent Article published on 12/14/2009 by bobwrites

How to Recognize Hail Damage to your Home

If you've had a recent hail storm, you might be wondering if you sustained any damages from the storm. There are several indicators, which I will present to you in this article so that you may be able to avoid making any unnecessary insurance... Recent Article published on 12/16/2009 by outastep99

How to Clean Up Water Damage from Floods

Home water damage is a very common occurrence in flood prone areas. Water damage can even occur in places that normally would not get flooding. Luckily, water damage repair is possible. It will take a lot of work to clean up water damage. Flood... Recent Article published on 12/11/2009 by AG47

How to Tape Windows For A Hurricane

Hurricanes can be extremely damaging to your home. It is wise to do everything you can to protect your home before the hurricane hits. Taping your windows is an important step in protecting your home. Here is how to do it. Recent Article published on 10/15/2009 by lifeisahighway

How to Identify a Funnel Cloud

According to dictionary.com, a funnel cloud is "a rapidly rotating funnel-shaped cloud extending downward from the base of a cumulonimbus cloud, which, if it touches the surface of the earth, is a tornado or waterspout." In order to... Recent Article published on 8/26/2009 by texasparky

How to Remove and replace a damaged piece of vinyl siding

If your State is like a lot of States that experience some pretty severe weather then it's likely you have some damaged vinyl siding from time to time. Hail is a big cause for damage, but it could also be from flying debris, the lawnmower... Recent Article published on 8/2/2009 by uniquechoices

How to Protect Yourself from Lightning Strikes

You see the lightning, but you are having fun outdoors. You are not ready to go inside because it is not raining. You figure a little lightning is nothing; therefore you are not concerned. If it starts to rain with the lightning, you will go and... Recent Article published on 7/20/2009 by marthareggie

How to Talk to an Insurance Adjuster

When you file a homeowners insurance claim or an auto insurance claim, the main person you'll be working with is the insurance adjuster. His job is to inspect your damages, photograph them, and write an estimate to recommend payment to the... Recent Article published on 6/8/2009 by cat804

How to Make the Most of your Insurance Claim

At some point, almost everyone will have to file a property insurance claim due to flood, fire, or wind. To be sure you get enough money to pay for your damages, follow these steps. Recent Article published on 6/8/2009 by cat804

How to Prepare the Exterior of Your Home Before Hurricane Season

Living in seasonal hurricane prone areas demands taking special precautions and planning before Hurricane Season begins. Personal readiness to respond to emergencies is vital. During Hurricane Season there is potential for catastrophic damages... Recent Article published on 6/2/2009 by jenicoe2001