Some restorers find themselves avoiding appraisals altogether because they don’t fully understand them. But if you’re not using the appraisal process to your advantage, you may be leaving money on the table. From industry legal experts Josh Ehmke and Samantha McCreedy, here’s a further look into how restoration contractors can strategically use appraisals. What Are […]
Insurance legislation shapes the way restoration contractors can do their jobs. Many restorers are frustrated and dissatisfied with laws surrounding property insurance and restoration work. They’ve witnessed laws in Florida and Texas change to the detriment of restoration contractors and are worried about similar laws coming to their states. It’s easy to feel like you […]
Change in the property insurance industry almost always has an impact on the restoration industry, so it’s important for restoration contractors to stay up-to-date on insurance coverage trends. At One Claim Solution, we interact with restorers and insurance providers every day. Here are some of the recent carrier coverage changes we’ve witnessed and advice from […]
One important legal tool for restoration contractors to use is Limited Power of Attorney. When your customers sign a Limited Power of Attorney document (LPOA), they give you the authority to act on their behalf. This can simplify and speed up restoration work. Here is what One Claim Solutions general counsel Josh Ehmke and paralegal […]
As a restoration contractor, using Direction to Pay can help you make sure that you receive payment for your work from a homeowner’s insurance carrier. But these arrangements have their limits and challenges. Here’s what Josh Ehmke, General Counsel at One Claim Solutions, had to say about Direction to Pay and when you can use […]
Pre-lien notices are an important tool restoration contractors can use to help protect their right to enter the liens process if they are struggling to get paid. However, homeowners often have a variety of misconceptions about the liens process that can affect how they respond to being given pre-lien notices. Here are some tips from […]