Severe storms can cause more than visible damage. They often trigger costly mistakes homeowners don’t realize they’re making until it’s too late.

In this episode of the Happy Homeowners Hub Podcast, I will break down the 5 most expensive mistakes homeowners make after a severe storm and explain how to avoid them before they turn into denied claims, out-of-pocket repairs, or long delays.

Drawing from over 15 years of real-world experience inspecting storm-damaged homes, I will be sharing three real-life homeowner stories that highlight what goes wrong after hail, wind, or heavy rain and what smarter homeowners do differently.

You’ll learn:

• Why waiting to document storm damage can cost you thousands
• How the wrong inspection can derail a legitimate claim
• The right and wrong way to make temporary repairs
• What insurance policies really say about storm coverage
• When handling a claim alone may work against you

If you’re a homeowner dealing with storm damage or want to be prepared before the next one hits, this episode offers practical insight to help you protect your home, your claim, and your wallet.

This episode is part of the Happy Homeowners Hub mission: helping homeowners become happy homeowners with no regrets.

Books available from Happy Homeowners Hub and sold on Amazon.com

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The Happy Homeowners Handbook for Navigating Property Claims

The Happy Homeowners Property Claim Documentation Booklet

The Happy Homeowners Handbook for First-Time Homebuyers

The Happy Homeowners Handbook for Selling Your Home by Owner

The Happy Homeowners Home Maintenance Journal

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I’m Fred Turner, and my goal is to help homeowners become happy homeowners with no regrets through clear, practical education and real-world experience.

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