The Appraisal Dispute Process
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When to Involve a Mediator

Navigating the Insurance Umpire Process

The role of Kaleb Blake Company in the insurance appraisal process is simple (on paper, at least): to resolve an insurance claim dispute between the property owner and their insurance company. These disputes happen when the value of repairs as determined by a repair contractor exceed the payout value assigned by an insurance adjuster. At this point, each party hires their own appraiser to provide another valuation of the damages—and if they also disagree, the insurance umpire enters the process. It then becomes our job as a completely neutral party to review findings and determine what the final valuation will be.

Our Umpire Services

Storm Damage
Fire Damage
Flood/Water Damage
Wind Damage
Hail Damage
Ice Dam Damage
Storm Damage

Storm Damage

Because it’s virtually impossible to predict what will happen to a property during a big storm, it’s natural for these situations to cause a great deal of stress. Our goal is to provide you with a realistic reward to help make the recovery process easier.

Fire Damage

Fire Damage

Fires can affect any property, anywhere, and cause devastating damages in a short time. What’s more, property can be damaged even further by the methods used to extinguish a fire. Fortunately, our team has much experience handling fire damage claims.

Flood/Water Damage

Flood/Water Damage

Water damage doesn’t stop after a flood or heavy rainstorm—it will only spread over time and can cause problems for your health as well as your property’s structural integrity. That’s why you need a qualified, experienced umpire when handling your claim.

Wind Damage

Wind Damage

High winds can damage properties by tearing off roof shingles or blowing debris into a structure. This can lead to other external factors, such as exposure to moisture and pests, which can cause problems in the future. We can help provide a realistic reward for the damages.

Hail Damage

Hail Damage

There’s virtually no external part of a property that hail can’t damage. And, as with strong winds, it can create openings for other forces of nature to infiltrate your building and only make matters worse. It’s crucial to have a competent, unbiased, professional umpire when these claims need mediation.

Ice Dam Damage

Ice Dam Damage

Few things in nature can wreak havoc on a roof and gutters quite like an ice dam. Navigating the appraisal process can be difficult, but our team brings a great deal of experience to the table and can provide a fair assessment for a realistic reward.

Claim #1
Location: Quincy, FL Property: Commercial School Board Loss Type: Hurricane Award Amount: $69,013,266.22
Claim #2
Location: Cagus, Puerto Rico Property: Condominium Complex Loss Type: Hurricane Amount of Dispute: $22,121,957.75
Claim #3
Location: Miami Gardens, FL Property: Condominium Complex Amount of Dispute: $10,606,791.71
Claim #4
Location: Gulfport, MS Property: Commercial Medical Facility Loss Type: Hurricane Award Amount: $7,156,382.09
Claim #5
Location: Naples, FL Property: Condominium Complex Loss Type: Hurricane Award Amount: $6,947,968.21
Claim #6
Location: Deerfield Beach, FL Property: Condominium Complex Loss Type: Hurricane Award Amount: $6,893,310.74
Claim #7
Location: Coral Gables, FL Property: Residential Loss Type: Hurricane Amount of/in Dispute: $1,017,279.12
Claim #8
Location: Naples, FL Property: Residential Loss Type: Hurricane Award Amount: $1,007,906.04
Projects We’ve Completed

Resolving Insurance Claim Disputes of All Sizes

At Kaleb Blake Company, we have a great deal of experience providing insurance mediation for property claims large and small. From personal property claims to large loss claims involving tens of millions of dollars, our team can expertly navigate and resolve your insurance claim dispute with a fair settlement. Here is a glance at some of the projects we have completed for homeowners and insurance carriers:

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Not Your Average Umpire

Taking an Investigative Approach in the Appraisal Dispute Process

At Kaleb Blake Company, we put our 15-plus years of experience in the field of property damage to good use. Over time, we’ve learned that the best way to reach an accurate, fair valuation is to investigate thoroughly. We go beyond the information provided to us by both parties and do extensive research of our own. We will also work with independent engineers and contractors to provide unbiased assessments. Plus, our experience and our willingness to dig deep for vital information allow us to provide expert testimony as part of our services.

750M+
In Claim Gross Loss
3109+
Resolved Claims
17+
Years of Experience