High-velocity winds from hurricanes, tropical storms, or even thunderstorms can wreak havoc on your Miami property. Aside from the visible damages to your property, like trees falling, your roof being blown off, or your fence falling down, there can be hidden damages to your property as well.
The first thing you may think after your home suffering from property damages after a storm is that your homeowner’s insurance policy will cover it. However, the truth is that these policies can contain ambiguous exclusions or limitations that could lead to your claim being denied. Our Miami Storm and Hurricane Damage Claims Lawyers at Whittel & Melton are prepared to handle insurance claims involving wind, hurricane, hail, tropical storm, and thunderstorm damage claims and help policyholders recover the full and fair compensation they are rightfully owed so that they can make the necessary repairs to their home. What is rightfully owed? If your insurance claim has been delayed or flat out denied, we urge you to call us now at 866-608-5529 or contact us online to arrange a free consultation.
Wind Damage in MiamiPeople often think of hurricanes or tornadoes when it comes to wind damage to a property and while this is true, any kind of storm that has high winds can damage your property. Wind damage can happen from a severe thunderstorm with what is known as “straight-line” winds that travel at speeds in excess of 50-60 mph. Likewise, severe thunderstorms can also generate downdrafts that can gain speeds of 100 mph.
Roofs are usually the most susceptible structures to strong winds, debris, fallen trees, and other projectiles during a storm. But, hurricane, hail and strong winds can also damage chimneys, windows, siding, brick work, gutters, exterior paint, fences and any trees and landscaping.
Breakdown of Wind SpeedsMost Miami property owners find that they are met with some resistance from their insurance provider once they have filed a claim for damages. We have experience interpreting the ins and outs of storm damage claims and can help answer any questions you have about your policy coverages, help you understand what to do when your insurance adjuster has estimated repair costs that are much lower than you anticipated, help you with damages that are quite extensive and as a result have led to a more complex claim, and assist with claims that have been delayed or denied.
Our Miami Storm and Hurricane Damage Claims Lawyers at Whittel & Melton know how badly a hurricane or severe storm can disrupt your life. Your home is your shelter and when you are dealing with an insurance company who is making your home repairs much harder than they should be, we can help. Call us now at 866-608-5529 or contact us online to get the help you need.