Hurricane Milton left a trail of destruction across the state of Florida and led to the loss of property, money, and even lives. Homes and businesses were completely flooded, homeowners lost electricity, and so many people lost everything they owned and cared about.
If you were among those who were affected by this horrible storm, you may be wondering what your next steps should be. Below are some helpful tips to assist you in cleaning up and repairing your home after the storm, filing an insurance claim properly, and even handling your insurance claim should your insurance provider decide to try and deny your claim in bad faith.
Cleanup and Repair Tips
Here are some things you can do starting today to clean up and repair your home after Hurricane Milton:
- Ensure the safety of your property first and foremost. This includes checking for loose wires and structural damage.
- Use protective gear while inside your damaged home. This should include gloves, rubber boots, and other protective clothing to avoid contact with contaminated water.
- Clean and disinfect your entire home.
- Use pumps and/or a wet/dry vacuum.
- Remove any wet items and materials that can’t be salvaged (i.e. insulation, carpet, and furniture).
- Use dehumidifiers to help with drying and preventing mold.
If you are unable to perform the necessary cleanups and repairs after the hurricane, don’t hesitate to hire a professional. It can be dangerous to perform these duties on your own if you aren’t qualified to do so.
You’ll also want to file your insurance claim as soon as you can to help pay for all of the damage to your property that has occurred.
Filing Your Insurance Claim
If you were hit by Hurricane Milton, it’s important to file your claim promptly. Document the damage that has occurred to your property with photo and video evidence and create a list of what was damaged.
If you need help with filing your claim and making sure it is filed properly, reach out to Colucci Law Group for support. We help clients to properly and expertly file their insurance claims to help ensure they get the best payout possible.
What If My Insurance Company Denies My Insurance Claim in Bad Faith?
After such a devastating hurricane, you would expect insurance companies to be there to help those in need. While this is often the case, it isn’t always. Your insurance company may decide to try and pay less than you are owed or even deny your claim in bad faith. If this is the case, reach out to Colucci Law Group for support.
Colucci Law Group consists of legal experts who provide clients with support to fight bad faith claim denials. We will provide you with an outstanding property insurance lawyer to represent you in a suit against your insurance provider. We are also able to file your claim for you and defend your rights, so you get the settlement that you deserve.
For more information about our property insurance legal services, reach out today. We’d be happy to help you to file your claim or represent you in a lawsuit against your insurance provider.
If you suspect that you are the victim of a bad-faith insurance claim denial, we can help. The Colucci Law Group has the resources to assess the validity of your claim at no cost to you. For a free consultation, email us or call our Dunedin office at 727-733-9438. You may also call our Fort Myers office at 239-378-7800. Our team assists victims of bad-faith insurance claims across the state of Florida.