In the realm of commercial roofing insurance claims, a fundamental concept reigns—the burden of proving the loss often falls on the shoulders of the insured, not the insurance company. The implications significantly impact the outcome of a roofing claim, making it...
Insurance Claims
When damage strikes, all parties need to conduct due diligence. And in the case of a catastrophic failure, safety and speed are essential. When the facts are collected appropriately, everyone participating in the insurance claim can be treated fairly.
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8 Tips to Keep Your Commercial Roof Budget Healthy
Education, Insurance Claims, Maintenance Inspections, Storm Damage
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTcmShXWpRA Video Transcript What's up, everyone? My name is Jeff Carrillo with Structura View. And today I'm going to talk to you guys about some tips to keep your commercial roof budget healthy. Roofs are expensive. Every commercial...
Navigating the Nuances of a Roof-Over Decision
Education, Insurance Claims, Maintenance Inspections, Warranty Compliance
Guiding Property Managers and Owners Through Key Considerations Navigating the Nuances of a Roof-Over Decision Get this printable PDF for yourself and to share with your clients. Get My Printable PDF You will receive email messages and e-newsletters from Structura...
Severe Storm & Hurricane Preparedness Guide for Low-Slope Roofs
Education, Insurance Claims, Storm Damage
Get the Storm Damage Prevention Checklist Get this printable PDF checklist for yourself or to share with your clients right now! Get My Printable Checklist You will receive email messages and e-newsletters from Structura View. You can unsubscribe at any time. A...
How Moisture Mapping of Commercial Building Enclosures Helps Your Insurance Claim
Education, Insurance Claims, Moisture Mapping
Moisture mapping can identify isolated damage to a roof. It can reveal wind-driven water damage, and other types of water intrusion damage within the roofing system. When it comes to filing and processing commercial insurance claims, it can be a long drawn out...
Case Study: Two Thermal Roof Inspections Help Process Insurance Claims in Hallandale, Florida
Case Studies, Insurance Claims, Moisture Mapping, Storm Damage
Every day, your exterior walls and roof (the building envelope) take a beating from the sun, wind, rain, and whatever else mother nature decides to throw its way. These structures ensure that your employees and your business can continue to operate safely and...
Infrared Thermographic Roof Inspection for a Large Commercial Building – Wichita Falls, TX
Case Studies, Insurance Claims, Moisture Mapping
Oftentimes, we are asked to conduct inspections of commercial roofs to detect internal moisture damage when an insurance claim needs to be processed. Whether we are representing an insurance carrier or a policyholder, we always work hard to provide the highest-quality...
Tornado-Damaged TPO Roof IR Scan-Arlington, TX
Case Studies, Insurance Claims, Moisture Mapping, Storm Damage
In November of 2020, the Arlington area experienced a tornado that caused damage to homes and buildings. We were brought in by a Dallas-based engineering firm representing the insurance carrier to perform a moisture survey on the two buildings that were claimed to be...
Drone Shingle Roof Inspection for an Apartment Complex – Pensacola, FL
Education, Insurance Claims, Moisture Mapping, Storm Damage
In 2020, many hurricanes made landfall along the northern coastline of the Gulf of Mexico. These hurricanes caused damage from Texas to Florida. Hurricane Sally made landfall close to Pensacola, and that storm created a lot of damage in the area. We were asked by a...
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Post-Storm Action Tip: Document the Damage
Advise clients to use drones and cameras to capture post-storm roof conditions. Providing thermal images along with traditional photos helps in documenting hidden damage and supporting insurance claims.
Approaching Storm Readiness Tip: Secure Equipment
Assist clients in securing rooftop equipment such as HVAC units, solar panels, and exhaust vents. Offering this as a last-minute service can prevent additional storm damage and protect their property.
Storm Preparation Tip: Develop a Communication Plan
Assist clients in creating a detailed emergency communication plan. This adds value by keeping building managers informed about the roof’s status. You can also offer pre- and post-storm roof inspection services to enhance their preparedness.