xperiencing a loss can be very overwhelming. There are positive steps you can take to gain a sense of control in recovering from the event.
First and foremost, make sure everyone present is safe and out of harm’s way. If you haven’t already, alert the appropriate authorities of the situation. Next, evaluate your property and protect it from further damage by making reasonable, temporary repairs. Repair any broken windows, leaky roofs or leaking water pipes to avoid additional damages to your property. Keep all your temporary repair receipts and any damaged property until your claim representative has a chance to inspect them. If possible, move any undamaged items to a safe and secure area so that these items are not damaged.
If your property has been damaged or stolen, you can assist with the recovery process by providing your claims adjuster with a list and details of all the property.
The information most helpful includes:
- Brand name
- Model or serial numbers
- Age of an item
- Place and approximate date of original purchase
- Purchase price
- Cost to replace today and the location where you found this information
To help you with this task, click here to download your Contents Inventory Form and begin the process.
