Jim Flannery, Author at Balcombes Insurance Claims Management

21st February 2019

Send us an estimate

by Jim Flannery in Expert Advice in Insurance Claims, Insurance Claims Tips / Procedures, Property Damage Insurance Claims

“Send us an estimate.” How many times have you said that to an insured who rings up to report a household or commercial property claim? Why not offer your client a solution instead of leaving them with a problem? Early intervention and the engagement of a Loss Assessor can ensure a better outcome. Professional Assessment […]

19th February 2019

Wood burning stoves

by Jim Flannery in Expert Advice in Insurance Claims, Fire Damage Insurance Claims, Insurance Claims News, Property Damage Insurance Claims

Wood burning stoves Many home owners are installing solid fuel stoves. There are two main types – multi fuel, which burn coal and wood, or wood burning stoves which only burn timber. Solid fuel stoves improve the air quality in the room and have a higher heat output than an open fire. They provide a […]

Halloween Insurance Claims - Stay Safe this Halloween

30th October 2018

Happy Halloween

by Jim Flannery in Fire Damage Insurance Claims, Insurance Claims News

We would like to wish all our clients, staff and supporters a Happy Halloween. Enjoy the fireworks and bonfires, and stay safe.

Storm Damage Insurance Claims by Balcombes Loss Assessors

21st September 2018

Storm Damage Claims

by Jim Flannery in Flood / Water Damage Insurance Claims, Storm Damage Insurance Claims

Extreme Weather Event Triggers Storm Damage Claims Storm Ali hit Ireland on 19th September 2018. It was as severe as Storm Ophelia in October 2017 – which brought the country to a standstill. Storm Ophelia was classified as a Status Red by Met Eireann. Whilst it caused damage to property and brought trees down, the effects […]

22nd June 2018

The Power of a Team

by Jim Flannery in Expert Advice in Insurance Claims, Fire Damage Insurance Claims, Insurance Claims News, Property Damage Insurance Claims, Uncategorised

The Power of a Team “No matter how brilliant your mind or strategy, if you’re playing a solo game, you’ll always lose out to a team.” – Reid Hoffman, entrepreneur, co-founder and Executive Chairman of Linkedin. If you suffer loss or damage to your property you need help to compile and negotiate your insurance claim. You would […]

13th April 2018

Friday 13th….unlucky for some

by Jim Flannery in Expert Advice in Insurance Claims, Fire Damage Insurance Claims, Insurance Claims News, Insurance Claims Tips / Procedures

Friday 13th – Unlucky for some Friday 13th can, according to superstition, be unlucky for some. However, if you suffer damage to your property and need advice and assistance in negotiating your insurance claim, it could be your lucky day. Expert advice and help Balcombes have a team of qualified and experienced loss assessors who […]

28th February 2018

The Beast from the East

by Jim Flannery in Business Interruption Insurance Claims, Flood / Water Damage Insurance Claims, Storm Damage Insurance Claims

The Beast from the East Ireland experiences a cold snap as polar air crosses from the East and meets with a moist air mass from Storm Emma from the South. The result is significant snow falls and sub zero temperatures, as the Met Office issues a Status Red weather alert. Burst Pipes Prolonged freezing conditions […]

20th February 2018

Expert water detection, the key to success…

by Jim Flannery in Business Interruption Insurance Claims, Flood / Water Damage Insurance Claims

Expert water detection If you suffer water damage from a leaking pipe, how do you know what to claim for? We have given up a long time ago trying to figure out the path that water flows. Balcombes loss assessors all carry a vital piece of equipment that detects moisture content in wood, plaster or […]

19th February 2018

Fire, Smoke or Water

by Jim Flannery in Business Interruption Insurance Claims, Fire Damage Insurance Claims, Flood / Water Damage Insurance Claims

Fire, Smoke or Water Damage People often ask “which causes the worst damage: fire, smoke or water?” My answer is simple – they are all bad. However, there is no fire without smoke, and usually when you have a fire there is water damage as well due to fire brigade extinguishers or water pipes melting […]

17th October 2017

Hurricane Ophelia – the aftermath

by Jim Flannery in Insurance Claims News, Insurance Claims Tips / Procedures, Property Damage Insurance Claims, Storm Damage Insurance Claims

Hurricane claims Our team of assessors are currently deployed across the country to deal with property damage claims. We act on behalf of property owners to help them to recover from their loss and damage. We compile full written claim details to support your claim submission, and we negotiate settlement under the terms of the […]

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