Hurricane Helene was an incredibly destructive storm that left thousands of people with damaged and even destroyed homes, millions of people without power, and even hundreds dead. It was one of the most destructive hurricanes in recent memory, and it has caused unbelievable devastation throughout Florida.
Thankfully, Floridians pulled together in this time of need and organized rescue efforts that included private citizens pitching in to help save their neighbors from the devastation. Still, so many people are left with homes that are completely destroyed and without the knowledge of how to move forward.
Below are some recovery and repair tips for those whose homes were affected during Hurricane Helene, along with some pointers to help you to properly file your insurance claim and get the best payout possible.
Recovery and Repair Tips for Property Owners
If your home was flooded due to Hurricane Helene, make sure you take these tips into consideration:
- Make sure your property is safe. Check for loose wires and structural damage.
- Use protective gear while in your damaged property, including rubber boots, gloves, and other protective clothing to avoid contact with contaminated water.
- Remove any wet items and materials that can’t be salvaged (such as carpet, insulation, and furniture).
- Clean and disinfect your entire home.
- Hire contractors if you are unable to perform the necessary repairs.
- Use pumps and/or a wet/dry vacuum.
- Use dehumidifiers to help with drying and preventing mold.
Really consider the level of structural damage and what you can repair on your own. Don’t hesitate to call in a specialist if needed.
Also, you’ll want to file your insurance claim as soon as possible to help pay for all of the damage to your property that has occurred.
Tips for Filing Your Flood Insurance Claim
If you were hit by Hurricane Helene, it’s important to take action quickly and file your claim promptly. Make sure you document the damage that has occurred to your property with video and photo evidence, along with creating a list of what was damaged. If you need assistance in 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?
After such a horrific hurricane, your insurance company should be happy to pay your claim. With that said, your insurance provider may decide to try and underpay your claim or even flat-out deny it 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.