Winter brings pipe breaks and water damage, the Maine Bureau of Insurance offers this advice to homeowners in the claim resolution process-

“If you and the insurer still disagree about the value of the claim, review the appraisal provision in your policy. It is a simplified procedure to resolve disagreements about the value of a property damage claim.

If you have trouble with or questions about your claim, you also may contact the Bureau of Insurance for help. The Bureau of Insurance has consumer services personnel who can help you work with your insurer to resolve disagreements.”