2020 Record Setting Year for Disasters
Weather related disasters set a record in 2020 and that trend continued into 2021 with several serious storms across much of the country.
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We Are Ready for Hurricane Season. Is Your Valuation Tool?
Our population’s attraction to beaches and coastal locations continues the demand for new construction in these areas despite the enhanced risk of windstorm property damage.
Read MoreSevere Weather Can Impact Power and Internet Infrastructure
As part of your emergency preparations, it’s good to keep in mind how your local weather might impact the power and internet infrastructure.
Read MoreCamp Fire survey results: 12 months later
As the 12-month mark approached after the Camp Fire, United Policyholders (UP) took a survey of survivors. Of the households that completed the survey, 67% reported that they had reached a settlement on the dwelling portion of their claim. Only 30% reported having sufficient insurance to cover the cost of damage to their home.
Read MoreHurricane season forecasts for 2019
Three 2019 Atlantic hurricane season forecasts have been published. They predict from 5 to 7 hurricanes and from 2 to 4 major hurricanes.
Read MoreInteractive map shows historic disaster data
ADT provides an interactive map that shows what natural disasters have occurred in the U.S. and where they occurred.
Read MoreHomeowner preparation for high wind events
Now is a good time to remind homeowners of the dangers of wind from tornadoes and hurricanes and the importance of preparing for high wind events.
Read MoreRebuilding to higher standards after disasters
After a disaster, there are advantages to rebuilding to higher standards that might decrease the likelihood of a repeat of the damage caused by the disaster, whether it was a wildfire, flooding, hurricane or another event. However, municipalities are often reluctant to implement new building codes that might impose additional costs and delays on homeowners who have lost their home.
Read MoreSupport United Policyholders Roadmap to Recoverytm Services
Here is a message from our friends at United Policyholders requesting your help to send staff and volunteers to Paradise and Ventura to help in the wake of the wildfires. From United Policyholders: Help us be there for Camp and Woolsey Fire Survivors in their time of need Make a donation today to support our … Continue reading Support United Policyholders Roadmap to Recoverytm Services
Read MoreMyth or Reality: Construction prices spike after a disaster
Current construction activity is already putting stress on the availability of materials and labor before catastrophes occur and these events do impact prices. However, it is not a large spike that occurs immediately. Price increases are a more gradual process as the area cleans up and prepares for rebuilding.
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