Introduction

When the cost of repair estimates and supplementals presented by contractors become excessive, adjusters are tasked with unraveling a knot of thorny issues. This webinar identifies key times in the claim cycle and methods adjusters can use to address disputes by identifying disagreements and effectively communicating their position to the contractor and insured. The presenters will explore estimates from every stage of the work and even those submitted by third-party vendors.

Learning Objectives

After this webinar, attendees will be able to:

• identify the key points in the claim process when repair costs can be best mitigated;

• resolve estimated cost of repair disputes for already started or completed work; and

• handle supplemental invoices post repairs.

Program Outline

1. Introduction

2. Key Points In the Claim Process to Address Costs

3. Investigation and Information Needed

4. Addressing High Estimates Prior to the Start of Work

5. Addressing High Estimates After the Work Has Started

6. Addressing Supplementals After the Work is Completed

7. Conclusion

Backup Materials

1. Understanding & Evaluating Construction Costs for Building Claims by Pete Fowler

2. Contracting 101 by Pete Fowler

3. Professional Construction Contracting Discipline by Pete Fowler

4. Who Would You Prefer As Your Contractor? by Pete Fowler

Our Panel

Continuing Education Approvals

This webinar has been approved for 1 hour of CE credit for adjusters in Texas, Delaware, West Virginia, & Oklahoma.
No attorney MCLE credit is available for this webinar.