Client Story: Burst Pipe / Broken Pipe in Vernon, New Jersey

A burst pipe in the client’s upstairs bathroom caused damage to multiple areas of the home – the bathroom, hallway, ceiling, walls, bedroom, and kitchen.

As soon as the insured discovered the damage, they hired remediation services to come in and dry out the place. Then, their family member recommended that they reach out to JF Public Adjusters New Jersey to help with their insurance claim.

JF Public Adjusters NJ stepped in and managed the claim from lodgement to settlement. The insurance carrier initially offered a $55,000, however, we were able to push the settlement to $175,000!

The client happily accepted.

If a section of a pipe breaks, bursts, or leaks, the escaped water will begin causing water damage. The extent of the damage will largely depend on how long it takes for the leak to be found. If the leak is small, it could take a while before the damage is found and by then, extensive damage would already have occurred. It is also likely for mold to have already infested the property.

On the other hand, it’s much quicker to spot a broken pipe when water is gushing quickly. However, due to the large volume water escaping in this scenario, it’s very important to shut off the water source immediately to minimize damage.

In any case, if your home sustains water and mold damage due to a broken/burst/leaking pipe, you should look into hiring a public adjuster to assist with your claim.

Experiencing a loss is stressful. Having to manage a claim while living with unrepaired damage is even more stressful. At the very least it disrupts your day-to-day life. At its worst, you lose your home or are displaced for months while the damage remains unrepaired and you are chasing after your insurer to settle your claim.

Help is available. A highly experienced public adjuster like JF Public Adjusters will make your insurance claim experience as seamless as possible and ensure that you achieve the best possible settlement.