Insurance adjusters often minimize payouts by classifying storm damage as “wear and tear”. This hides the fact that “recoverable depreciation” is only paid after the work is completed and invoiced. They may not even volunteer information on matching laws, supplements for hidden damages or even the strict timelines required to claim full replacement costs. So,…
When you are insured and your roof is damaged and needs to be replaced; the first call you’ll want to make is to your insurance company so you can get the damage replaced as quickly as possible. The insurance company will open a claim for your roof replacement and begin by sending an adjuster to…
Putting together a roofing estimate takes time and an in-person visit to the home where the roofing repair or replacement is needed. Believe it or not, calling a roofing company and asking them how much a roof leak costs, isn’t something a roofing company can, or should, do. Once you’ve done a thorough scope of…
When you need to file an insurance claim, the first thing to do is assess the damage, document all the damage and include photos, review your insurance policy and contact your insurance agent, then get a roof inspection and an estimate from a licensed roofer and send it all to your insurance agent with your…
Spring is approaching and that means warmer weather. It can also mean heavy rains and storms. Now is the perfect time to get an inspection on your roof. A free roof inspection from DownUnder Roofing will ensure your roof is free of damage. It will also give you an understanding of the condition your roof…
If you are looking for a new roof in the Kansas City area, then you have probably looked at using DownUnder Roofing. We’ve done hundreds of homes in the area from Belton to Prairie Village to Overland Park to Liberty. You can check out some of our work by visiting our Facebook page here. On…
Did you know that extreme UV radiation can affect your roofing materials and cause your roof to age quickly? This is true for all seasons, but especially true during the summer, when the sun’s heat is the strongest. Extreme UV radiation can damage your roofing material over time causing decay, as well as aging. It…
A roof leak can be one of the most stressful situations a homeowner can face. If the roof leak is one that you can see from the inside of your home, on the ceiling, you know it’s more serious. The first thing you want to do is contain the leak so the water doesn’t go…
Mother Nature can often send severe weather to your home and causing severe weather damage to your home’s roof. Many of these forms are typically covered in your insurance claim. But it’s important to check with your insurance agent to see what specifically is covered by your insurance. Hail damage to your roof or siding…
To determine if you have a successful insurance claim regarding your roof leak, you may want to begin by asking yourself a few questions first. Not everything is black and white when it comes to insurance claims and not every insurance company is the same, but these questions will help you determine if you should…