Proofessional Appraisal Services

Qualified and impartial professional who evaluates property damage and determines the fair cost of repair or replacement.

How We Support You as Your Appraiser

As an appointed appraiser, we serve as a qualified and impartial professional who evaluates property damage and determines the fair cost of repair or replacement. We independently assess the loss, quantities, and pricing, conduct joint inspections with the insurance carrier’s appraiser, and negotiate disputed line items in good faith to achieve timely resolution. When an agreement cannot be reached, we work collaboratively with an Umpire to ensure a fair and final determination on your behalf.

Appointed Appraiser Representation

  • Act as your formally appointed appraiser throughout the appraisal process

  • Represent your interests in a professional and impartial manner

  • Ensure the damage evaluation follows policy terms and appraisal standards

Independent Damage Assessment

  • Evaluate the full scope of covered damages

  • Measure and quantify affected areas and materials

  • Develop accurate, defensible repair or replacement pricing

  • Use industry-standard estimating practices and tools

Good-Faith Negotiation

  • Review and compare disputed line items
  • Provide justification and support for valuation differences

  • Communicate professionally to resolve disagreements efficiently

  • Work toward timely agreement without unnecessary delays

Umpire Coordination

  • Prepare documentation for Umpire review when needed

  • Participate in discussions to clarify unresolved issues

  • Support a fair and unbiased final determination

  • Help bring the appraisal process to a clear and defensible conclusion

Joint Inspections

  • Schedule and attend inspections with the carrier’s appraiser

  • Review damages on-site to confirm scope and severity

  • Identify omissions or discrepancies in the carrier’s assessment

  • Document findings to support appraisal positions

“We provide independent, professional appraisal services accurately assessing damage, negotiating in good faith, and advocating for a fair resolution of your insurance claim.”

Stratus Claims Group