Effectively Pursuing Wind Damage Claims For Florida Property Owners
The power of wind is awe-inspiring. In coastal hurricane areas like Tampa, strong winds can wreak havoc on even the most well-built of structures. Wind can cause significant damage to roofs, windows, siding and more. Property owners are often left with the difficult task of addressing repairs and insurance claims.
If you’re a property owner dealing with wind damage, it’s important to know that you have rights. You don’t have to put up with unfair treatment, delays or denials by insurance companies. You have faithfully paid your premiums, and you deserve the coverage you paid for when you need it most.
We Are Your Advocates
At Stockham Law Group, P.A., we are committed to helping you understand and assert your rights with regard to property damage claims involving wind. Our award-winning lawyers possess decades of combined experience helping policyholders get the compensation they deserve. Based in Tampa, we handle both residential and commercial wind damage claims throughout Florida as well as in North Carolina and Texas.
Types Of Wind Damage
Strong winds can cause significant property damage. For example:
- Roof damage is common, as strong winds can rip off shingles, break tiles, loosen fasteners on metal roofs and cause leaks.
- Siding damage occurs when gusts peel away panels or launch objects into the siding.
- Windows and doors are vulnerable to breakage as well as interior component damage, leading to damages to the windows and doors themselves, as well as interior damage from rain and debris.
- Structural damage or collapse can happen in extreme cases, posing serious safety risks.
No matter what kind of damage your property has incurred, our wind damage attorneys can help you pursue compensation.
How Wind Damage Happens
Wind damage often results from hurricanes, tropical storms, tornadoes or strong straight-line winds that can uproot trees and send debris flying. However, wind damage can occur during normal Florida thunderstorms. In coastal regions, hurricane season brings heightened risk, with wind speeds reaching highly destructive levels. These forces can topple trees onto properties, causing extensive damage.
How We Can Help You Succeed In Your Wind Damage Claim
Our wind damage attorneys are highly skilled at handling these claims with precision. We can deal with the insurance headaches, so you don’t have to. We can also identify and address issues such as:
- Insurance claim delays and denials
- Wind and hurricane damage disputes
- Roof damage
- Window and door damage
- Interior wind damage
- Wind damage mitigation requirements
Our lawyers can gather evidence, help you secure a thorough wind damage assessment, analyze insurance coverage, walk you through the wind damage appraisal process, educate you about wind damage proof of loss and reporting requirements and take other steps to build a strong foundation for your claim. We can negotiate with opposing parties and represent you in mediation, arbitration or litigation.
Throughout your case, you can rely on us for transparency and open communication. We will empower you through information, education and preparation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wind Damage Claims
Here is some general information about common questions. Please reach out to us for guidance on your specific situation.
Who is liable when neighbor’s tree falls on your property during a wind storm?
If a neighbor’s tree falls on your property due to an unforeseen act of nature, such as a hurricane, the neighbor is not liable. You would need to file a claim with your own insurance company.
Discuss Your Property Damage Wind Claim Today
If you’re facing wind damage to your property, contact us today at 844-957-1486 for a free consultation. We can advocate for your rights and help you secure compensation to restore your property.