MADISON, Wis., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- As residents across Wisconsin begin to assess the damage in the wake of recent storms, AAA-affiliated insurance companies have mobilized their claim services and will assist policyholders as quickly as possible.
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AAA insurance companies are prepared to receive and process all claims promptly. Losses may be reported online at AAA.com or by calling 1-888-637-2287.
In the event of a homeowner's loss:
- Report your claim as quickly as possible.
- Report downed power lines or gas leaks to the utility company.
- Never turn electricity on or off while standing in water.
- In case of a pipe break and water damage, turn off the water and immediately call a plumber.
- Make necessary and reasonable temporary repairs to protect the property from further damage.
- Make a list of all damaged or destroyed property.
- In case of theft, notify police.
- Save all receipts.
QUESTIONS FOR YOUR INSURER
Here are some questions that people frequently ask their insurance representative after a major loss due to disaster. You may want to have this list handy when you first contact your insurer to avoid multiple follow-up calls:
- What does my insurance policy cover?
- When can I expect to see my adjuster?
- How large is my deductible?
- Should I contact contractors to get repair or rebuilding estimates, or will the insurance company do that?
- If I cannot live in my home, will the insurance company pay for me to stay in a hotel or rent an apartment? What about meals, clothing and other personal items? How much may I spend?
- If I decided not to replace some items that were destroyed or lost, will my insurance still pay for them?
- Will my homeowners or auto policy pay for vehicles that were parked in my garage and damaged?
- Will my policy pay to replace trees and shrubs that were lost as a result of the disaster?
- How long will it take to process my claim?
P&C Insurance Underwriting Disclosures
Wisconsin: Insurance underwritten by Auto Club Insurance Association or Auto Club Group Insurance Association.
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