Hurricane Katrina Damage Claims must be filed by August 28, 2006.
Wind damage sustained during Hurricanes Katrina and Rita proved to be catastrophic for many homes. When the Gulf Coast was delivered a devastating one-two punch with two consecutive storms, people across the south learned firsthand the incredible power of wind and the depths of the destruction that such winds can produce. Debris can break windows and doors, allowing high winds inside the home and the force of the wind alone can cause the entire foundation to fail.
Hurricanes inherently cause sustained wind damage due to the sheer force of such a massive storm, but Hurricanes Katrina and Rita swept in with such power that millions of homes suffered from the damaging winds. Many of these victims are only now beginning to be able to sift through the rubble and start the long process of rebuilding.
There are a few things to look for when preparing your wind damage claim for your insurance adjuster that will make the painful process go more smoothly. First, make sure to document all of your personal losses. Get an inventory checklist from your insurance company, or download one from the Insurance Information Institute at www.iii.org.
Even if you have already received a check from your insurance company, don't give up and assume that this is the end of the road. There's a long window, according to Jeanne Salvatore of the Insurance Information Institute, where you can add more information to your claim.
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