As a result of working with many Tea Fire and Jesusita Fire clients, Allen Associates has gained considerable experience in helping our clients navigate the insurance and building department process, realize their entitled insurance benefits, and expedite the rebuilding process. Post Fire Services to Facilitate Your Insurance Claim: Be a knowledgeable ally in your interactions with your insurance adjuster Review your insurance policy and suggest strategies to maximize your settlement (often in collaboration with the non-profit, CARE) Acquire copies of your “as built” plans from the County/City archives Prepare a complete, detailed estimate of current replacement costs—“like-for-like” of your home Identify all code upgrades that apply Work with landscapers/arborists to get a complete insurance settlement for lost/damaged trees and plants Engage a structural engineer to evaluate footings and caissons for possible reuse Suggest architects, engineers, landscapers, interior designers and other experts that fit the goals and desires of your rebuild Post Fire Rebuilding Services: Demolition and erosion protection Setting up temporary power and utilities Offering suggestions on architects, engineers, and other experts Providing value engineering (getting the best of what you want for the budget you have available) Sharing our expertise to make your rebuilt home more energy efficient, healthful, and fire safe Working to expedite the process. Call 884-8777 for any of these services.