Central Florida isn't on the coast, but Lake County still sees hurricanes, tropical storms, tornadoes and severe thunderstorms. Wind can take off shingles, trees fall on roofs, and water gets in. Damage that isn't fixed quickly can turn into mold and much bigger repairs.
First Steps After Storm Damage
- Document everything: photos and video of the damage, inside and out.
- Prevent further damage if it is safe: tarps, water extraction. Keep receipts.
- Report the claim to your insurance company promptly. Florida has deadlines for filing hurricane and windstorm claims, and they have been shortened in recent years, so check your policy and act quickly.
- Get licensed contractors to inspect and estimate. Be careful with anyone who asks you to sign over your insurance benefits without understanding what that means.
When Repairing Isn't Realistic
Sometimes owners decide not to rebuild:
- The insurance payout doesn't cover the full cost, or the claim was denied.
- Contractors are booked for months.
- The house was already older and now needs a roof, drywall, electrical and more.
- You are dealing with a mortgage lender holding the insurance check.
- You just want to move on.
Can You Sell a Damaged House?
Yes. Many retail buyers can't buy a house with major damage because lenders won't finance it and insurance is hard to get. Cash buyers can. We buy storm-damaged houses as-is: roof damage, water damage, mold, fallen trees. Depending on your situation, an open insurance claim may also be addressed in the sale. We'll talk through it with you and the title company.
Call (352) 508-7373 or request your cash offer. You'll usually get a no-obligation offer within 72 hours.
General information only. Check with your insurer and a licensed professional about your claim.