When a strong windstorm hit Valparaiso, IN, one such homeowner, Mr. Pruznak, was faced with more than just visible roof damage. The wind uplift had loosened the shingles, exposed the more vulnerable layers of roofing, and created pathways for future leaks that put the whole home at risk every time the weather turned bad.
Despite these serious concerns, the initial offer from Grange Insurance was only $18,764.10, a seriously inadequate amount to correctly restore the property. Pruznak remained concerned he would have to live with ongoing damage or face overwhelming repair costs out of his own pocket.
That’s when Andrew contacted us at SPJ Adjusting.
We acted swiftly and precisely to uncover the complete truth about the impact of the windstorm with our expert appraisal efforts:
- Inspected each compromised area for hidden structural problems.
- Documented code required repairs-often overlooked in early estimates
- Challenged undervalued findings with strong evidence and clear justification
- Drove the appraisal process efficiently to secure a fair resolution.
- Once the true extent of the damages was shown, the verdict had changed dramatically:
Initial Offer of Grange Insurance: $18,764.10
SPJ Final Settlement Amount: $52,558.63.
That’s a dramatic increase, giving Andrew the financial ability to completely restore his home, eliminating further threats of continued storm damage. We fought for accuracy and delivered fairness. The appraisal advantage and SPJ’s advocacy helped Pruznak regain a safe home, a secure future, and full confidence in the insurance process.
