Stonewater Roofing Joins American Policyholder Association

Stonewater Roofing is proud to become a member of the American Policyholder Association, a nonprofit watchdog organization that promotes integrity within the insurance industry. The group is made up of restoration contractors, public adjusters, property owners, attorneys, law enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies.

You are likely aware of insurance fraud committed by policyholders, but insurance companies can be guilty too. They want to pay their customers as little as possible, and may occasionally use unscrupulous tactics to make that happen. It’s not fair, and that is what the American Policyholder Association aims to prevent.

“Our mission is to advocate for criminal prosecution of the carrier-side fraud perpetrated against consumers,” explained Heather Shapter, the organization’s membership director. Investigators listen to complaints from members and, “if they find evidence of criminal fraud, package the case up for referral to prosecutors.”

Property owners depend on insurance companies to accurately measure losses and pay the benefits. The American Policyholder Association monitors this activity for deceptive practices. They study the adjustment process and fight against any anti-consumer methods or behaviors that may occur.

This type of fraud is, unfortunately, far too common.

“Many people in the restoration industry have been fighting alone against insurance company unfair claims practices,” Shapter stated. “We have watched policyholders, who may be filing their very first claim and do not know how to properly advocate for themselves, go against the pros at the insurance company and get taken advantage of time and time again.”

“The APA also works with the general public to facilitate complaints against licensed engineers and adjusters who are in violation of their licensing boards’ requirements for the honest and ethical practice of their trade,” Shapter continued. “A homeowner who does business with an APA member gets an extra sense of security that they’re dealing with a company possessed of good values. Someone who has signed an ethics pledge to place the best interest of the consumer first.”

Stonewater Roofing prides itself on doing things the right way. “We’re here, first and foremost, to help our community find peace of mind and stay safe,” said company owner and CEO Roland Browne. “The insurance process can be complicated, but it is much easier to navigate with a trustworthy partner by your side.”

“We are honored to be a part of an organization that has these same values in mind,” added Browne.

Stonewater Is Certified To Protect Your Home From Snow

Snow doesn’t fall in Texas very often, but it can be extremely damaging to your roof when it does. This is especially true when we get several inches of snow and ice all at once. Is your roof covered in snow and leaking? You’re not alone. This can be a common problem across the Lone Star State, because many roofers do not take the proper precautions to weatherproof a roof in the event of an ultra-chilly storm.

A full roofing system that is properly installed should be able to hold up to the icy side of Mother Nature.

Stonewater Roofing uses GAF roofing products, which are among the highest quality on the market. Plus, we have been named a GAF Master Elite certified installer, meaning that we have a reputation and can be trusted to construct a roof that will keep you safe and dry, and hopefully bring you some much needed peace of mind.

For instance, we install a GAF Leak Barrier in areas where ice dams may form. That includes ridges, valleys, dormers, chimneys, eaves, side walls, plumbing vents, and any skylights. This is an extra layer of protection that uncertified roofers may not include. It keeps your home dry in the places where snowy leaks are most likely to occur.

Your roof protects everything under it, both your property and your loved ones. You shouldn’t settle for a subpar roofer. Choose an accredited company that will back up its work with a strong warranty. Choose the experts at Stonewater Roofing.