Hail Dents to Metal Roofs: Covered Damage or Not?

This episode of PLRB on Demand will feature Jim Chaney, a Training Specialist at E. A. Renfroe & Company on the topic of "Hail Dents to Metal Roofs: Covered Damage or Not?" Jim Chaney is an insurance trainer who develops and presents trainings for independent adjusters on topics including coverage, claims handling best practices, damage assessment, and more. Before coming to Renfroe, Jim spent nine years with Haag as their Director of Curriculum, including teaching the roof damage certification courses. Jim's 28 years of industry experience includes work as a CAT adjuster and a field trainer. Today's podcast will explore the effects of hail impacts on metal roofing products and whether or not those affects are covered by typical insurance policies, a frequent and critical issue in many insurance claims. Jim will walk us through the myths and realities of damage caused by hail, and examine the key coverage issues raised by hail claims. Court cases will be cited to support information regarding coverage issues.   The views and opinions expressed in this resource are those of the individual speaker and not necessarily those of the Property & Liability Resource Bureau (PLRB), its membership, or any organization with which the presenter is employed or affiliated. The information, ideas, and opinions are presented as information only and not as legal advice or offers of representation. Listeners should rely on guidance from their companies and counsel as appropriate. © PLRB 2023.