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If your insurer denied your claim or offered a settlement that doesn't cover the real cost of repairs, you may have options. Our licensed public adjusters review the denial, re-document the loss, and negotiate on your behalf.

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Denied & Underpaid Claims

A Denial Isn't Always Final

Insurers deny or underpay claims for many reasons — incomplete documentation, disputed cause of loss, or undervalued repair estimates. A denial letter is often the starting point of a negotiation, not the end of one.

A licensed public adjuster reviews the basis for your denial or settlement, gathers the documentation needed to challenge it, and negotiates directly with your insurer.

Why Policyholders Hire a Public Adjuster After a Denial

  • ✓ Independent review of your denial or settlement letter
  • ✓ Fresh documentation and damage assessment
  • ✓ Direct negotiation with your insurance company
  • ✓ No cost unless we recover funds for you

Is This You?

The Flat Denial

Your insurer denied your claim outright, citing exclusions, disputed cause, or insufficient documentation.

The Lowball Settlement

You received an offer, but it doesn't come close to covering the actual cost of repairs.

The Reopened Claim

New damage was discovered after your claim was closed, or you believe the original assessment missed something.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a denied claim actually be reopened?

In many cases, yes, particularly if new damage is discovered or the denial was based on an incomplete inspection. Time limits vary by state and policy.

What's the difference between a denied and an underpaid claim?

A denied claim means the insurer refused to pay at all. An underpaid claim means a settlement was issued but doesn't reflect the actual cost of repairs.

Do I need new documentation to dispute a denial?

Often yes. A fresh, thorough inspection and documentation package is usually the strongest basis for reopening or re-negotiating a claim.

Is there a deadline to dispute a denied or underpaid claim?

Yes, deadlines vary by state and policy language. It's best to act as soon as possible after a denial or low settlement offer.

Think Your Claim Was Denied or Underpaid?

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