Wildfire recovery and the claims process

If you have been impacted by the wildfires in California, contact your insurer to start the claims process, and to help you determine if you are eligible for additional living expenses. To understand more about the claims process, including how to file a claim and to learn what’s usually covered and what is not, please see the following articles:

A printable version of the infographic can be downloaded here.

Was your home or business damaged or destroyed by wildfire? To help simplify the recovery process, we offer this quick guide to what you should know about how the claims process works, and what’s covered. 

Cleaning up after a flood can pose health risks. You and your family should wait to re-enter your home until professionals tell you it is safe, with no structural, electrical or other hazards.

Before you start cleanup activities, contact your insurance company and take pictures of the home and your belongings. Remember, drying your home and removing water-damaged items is your most important step for preventing mold damage.

Experiencing a flood is never pleasant. However, there are things that you can do to make the claims process run more smoothly and efficiently.

El Niño is a phenomenon that has effect on climate patterns, often triggering or intensifying extreme weather all over the world. Understand how these extremes—such as hurricanes or droughts conditions—can affect you as a home or business owner.

As a senior citizen or caretaker of an older person, preparing for and protecting against a fire, flood, hurricane or other disaster can be a special challenge.

Crucial steps businesses can take to protect both their facilities and finances in the event of a natural disaster.

Hurricane season takes place June 1 – November 30 every year. Don’t wait until after you have a loss to check your insurance—review your homeowners or renters policies to make you have the right coverage in the event you're hit with a destructive storm.