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Blame it on the dog 2723 10
Started by margar1
I was woking a water loss claim last week that was&160; doozie. The claim was local so I was able to inspect the loss just hours after the loss was reported. When I arrived for the inspection the insured stated that the neighbour called him while at work when he noticed water in his driveway. The insured had worked the night shift and a strong thundertorm passed through. The family dog who is terrified of storms was home alone to ride it out. When I entered the home drywall was collapsed from t...
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by ddreisbach 09/13/2009 12:14 PM |
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T-lock question? 14768 34
Started by dcmarlin
Tell me what ya'll think.
I went on an inspection today for&160;a&160;claim with a 2008 date of&160;loss.&160; There are no coverage issues.&160;
There are twenty-five buildings, partial two-story, with two layers of t-locks and&160;40-50 squares per building.&160; I estimate the shingles are about 12 years old and in average condition.&160;&160;&160;The top layer is an off-white color.&160;&160;There is a total of about 1100 squares of surface area.&160; Each building has an av...
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by Goldust09/13/2009 8:43 AM |
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What is this roof? 6585 33
Started by dnjsdad
Please look at the photo and let me know what kind of roof you think this is.
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by dnjsdad09/12/2009 7:30 PM |
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Used to work for the roofing companies, now I am here 3406 0
Started by Blitanicle99
So I am a young guy, just getting my licensing here in GA.
For the past 2 years I&160;have been working with the roofing companies here in GA. First, I&160;was selling for Kaiser... not to bad. Good guys, actually out there to do a good job and not scam people... And then&160;I got an offer to run the production of an another roofing company, was kind of sketchy but hell I&160;couldn't compain, I&160;was 21 years old making 40k a year and still in college!
Anyways, so this new sketch comp...
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09/07/2009 1:01 PM |
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10 Replies and 2969 Views
For New adjusters only-sample reading files 2969 10
Started by Ray Hall
Some time I forget how I was trained. I was trained one on one for several months by a senior adjuster who I was assigned to by our employer to give me a segment of my training. But I read about 200-300 files that were closed before I was hired and about 20 new files that came in about 20 per day from staff and IA adjusters in the SW USA.
Thinking back I learned more from reading actual files and ask questions and it stayed with me more.
I have several hundred files in my computer and in file ...
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by Ray Hall09/06/2009 11:08 PM |
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10 Replies and 3179 Views
Infra red roof scans for the midwest market? 3179 10
Started by ChiefHammaSlamma
Infra red roof scans for the midwest market
I am considering the idea of offering infra red roof scans for partial midwest (Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana) area. Would this service be of interest to anyone
Feel free to private message or call me at 847-729-3496 or 847-207-0991
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by RJortberg09/06/2009 12:25 PM |
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T&E vs. Fee Schedule 2946 1
Started by StormSupport
I am working as&160;a research assistant for someone writing an article for Claims Magazine. The subject matter is exploring the differences between working files on a T&E basis verses working on a fee schedule, mainly on catastrophe claims. What are your thoughts and do you have experience working both ways What are the good points and bad points for each method Which way do you figure you can make the most money&160; When working on a fee schedule, do you have an incentive to write th...
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by margar109/05/2009 9:39 PM |
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19 Replies and 3852 Views
The bitter with the sweet 3852 19
Started by margar1
I am just adding a post to contribute to the forums since things are a bit slow. This post may or may not be beneficial but I am sure there are those that can definately relate. When I was a greenhorn just out of school I worked for years as a union Ironworker. Job placement was tricky and we covered a lot of different areas. Some jobs were great like erecting steel for bridges and high rises. some jobs were less glorious like tying rebar on a parking garage. I remember my dad telling me to take...
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by dcmarlin09/05/2009 12:03 AM |
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13 Replies and 2754 Views
The big 4 in 04 2754 13
Started by margar1
I broke into catadjusting in 02 and I can remember the barrage of new adjusters during the big 4 in o4. I can recall being still fairly new to the buisness and seeing all of the new adjusters that were deployed as warm bodies. It was a good feeling to have a couple of years under my belt during Frances,Jeanne,and Charley and I can still remember the bewildered look in the eyes of the new crop.
I can only wonder how many of those adjusters are still around.......
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by Ray Hall08/29/2009 10:50 AM |
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Claims Embracers 2411 2
Started by D Groves
I've been called many things over the years but never a 'Claims Embracer' - fondly or otherwise. But hey, maybe we claims pros need more touchy-feely titles.
http://www.jobg8.com/JobG8SearchFullView.aspxaid=JOBG8&jbid=79&jid=857135
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Do you love being a veterinary tech but would like to work outside the clinic setting&160; &160;
Do you want to expand your veterinary medical knowledge while expanding into other opportunies
Yes Then Embrace Pet Insurance needs you!
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by Deleted User08/29/2009 4:33 AM |
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3 Replies and 2098 Views
Would having a Home Inspection Certification Help? 2098 3
Started by rcarriere
I&160;am about to get my Florida Adjusters License and was wondering if I&160;were to get a Home Inspection Certification would help as far as getting local work with insurance companies
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Also, I&160;have been looking all over the place to get additional training on Auto Claims, does anyone know of a great program (online or classroom)
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Thanks :)
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by rcarriere08/28/2009 1:54 PM |
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4 Replies and 2454 Views
Bil Track 2454 4
Started by mbradbury
So it's looking like this beast may clip Cape Cod, and then move on to Canada, for example, Nova Scotia.&160; I'm willing to bet the Canadians don't often deal with Major Hurricans, and would like our help as adjusters.&160; Does anyone know of any IA firm who work with Canadians that we could get in tough with
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by okclarryd08/24/2009 3:11 PM |
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6 Replies and 2452 Views
Is this a good deal? 2452 6
Started by BStevens
Working for a contractor for $75 per roof on a 1099 basis.&160; Payment made per settled claim (insurer to contractor).&160; At 80 roofs a month it would be a gross of $6000, less self employment tax of approx 2k.&160; Figure expenses high at 2k and what is left is 2k for 80 roofs.&160; Seems like a lot of work for the net amount.&160; And not a realistic long term goal, as I&160;don't think I&160;would want to do 80 roofs a month for an infinite length of time.&160; Would you take the ...
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by margar108/24/2009 11:26 AM |
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Carrying a Ladder 10435 26
Started by TXAD
I need to find a way to carry my 26' extension ladder, and I'd like to attach it to my 30' trailer somehow.&160; I'd rather not put a rack on my truck, if I can figure out a better way.&160; Any suggestions...or info on what NOT to do
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Thanks in advance.
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Bud
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by Ed Bailey08/23/2009 1:21 PM |
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8 Replies and 2423 Views
General Contractors 2423 8
Started by DCave
Greetings my name is Danny Cave and I have been an adjuster for over 16yrs.&160; I recently made the switch to general contractor for monetary reasons and wanting to stay home around my kiddos.
Since I was an adjuster for so long I already know my answer to this question but I wanted to post it to the forum and ask for feedback from all the adjusters.
When it comes to General Contractors.&160; What attracts an adjuster the most to one and makes them want to call them back over and over again...
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by DCave08/19/2009 10:02 PM |
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Know before you go 2234 4
Started by margar1
I am just bringing this topic up again from years past. The tropics are gertting active and there is a legitimate chance of&160; the first hurricane ( landfall) in the next week to 10 days. As always there are new vendors and new oppurtunities. To all of the greenhorns find out some important details upfront.
1. Fee shedule ( get a copy )
2. Pay period ( bi - weekly or when the carrer pays )
3. Zip code assignments ( beleive it or not there are some vendors disorganized enough to have you al...
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by Tim_Johnson08/19/2009 6:52 PM |
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4 Replies and 6182 Views
Your Scope Notes....I want a copy please 6182 4
Started by kuletule
I&160;have learned many different ways to take scope notes over my years adjusting.&160; Everyone seems to have their own method.&160; I am asking if you good folks would send me via email, scanned copies of actual hand written scope notes you have made (redacted to exclude sensitive information is fine).&160;&160; I&160;have been asked to write an article on the best methodologies, and would like to have some actual examples.&160; This forum is a good place to start.
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by kuletule08/17/2009 5:36 PM |
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What does the fee bill schedule look like in 09 3848 0
Started by Ray Hall
The large carriers who have most of the homeowners business will probably stay the same. Some back street vendors will cut el cheapo deals to get new business. Some of the vendors will have two billing schedule's mine and yours. Some will not show you theirs until you show them yours. Some will pay when you catch them. Some will pay when you make them. Some will never pay. Some don,t deserve any pay. Some pay ever two weeks.
Goodness we don,t even have any work to do and already we are talking ...
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08/13/2009 9:46 PM |
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9 Replies and 3744 Views
Can You Name this Shingle? 3744 9
Started by Jimbo
I received this photo from a fellow adjuster working in Arkansas, asking what kind of shingle this is, and&160;I don't have a clue.
It's the same thickness as a 20 year 3-tab.
If anyone can identify it please e-mail me with the information.
Thanks,
Jimbo
jmcmennamyyahoo.com
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by Ed The Roofer08/01/2009 12:45 AM |
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5 Replies and 2425 Views
Internet on a Storm 2425 5
Started by Jasonleeaustin
Hey guys when Im not working for an insurance company I also work for a internet company. We now offer a product that everyone can use and can use anywhere with great speeds and an awsome price. My email is jasonleeaustinaol.com. I hope this is the place to post this. Email me with any questions.
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by okclarryd07/31/2009 11:04 AM |