New Employee Jeff Blevins

Hausch & Company is pleased to announce our new employee Jeff Blevins (CPCU, AIC) as Account Manager and General Adjuster. Jeff comes to Hausch & Company with over 30 years of experience in claims adjustment, consulting, and management. He has worked on the industry’s carrier, independent adjustment, and reinsurance sides while focusing on mutual insurance companies […]


Providing Comfort in the Aftermath of a Catastrophe

One of the hardest parts of an adjuster’s job is witnessing devastation first-hand. While on-the-job training that prepares claims professionals to process claims is a necessity, preparing these same professionals to deal with the personal and emotional havoc that results from natural disasters is also key. Hausch & Company has always believed that compassion is […]


Tales from the Field by Preston

Adjusters often find themselves in unexpected scenarios and sometimes the craziest experiences can help other adjusters to be more prepared while investigating claims. Preston Reynolds is a Hausch & Company adjuster that has definitely faced an unprecedented incident and has an exceptional story to tell. Welcome to the first featured adjuster story with Hausch & […]


Listening and Showing Compassion Sets a Positive Tone During a Claim

As we approach Valentine’s Day, one of the most emotional days of the year, we can’t help but notice how big a role emotions play in the day-to-day activities of an insurance adjuster. Adjusters work in scenarios where emotions are high, and customer’s reactions to unfortunate events will vary and will be unpredictable. Grief is […]


True Cost of Water Damage Claims

We often think of Mother Nature as the most likely source of damage to our homes, but we shouldn’t be ignoring likely culprits inside our homes either, like an ice machine hose or washing machine. Non-weather-related water damage claims are one of the most common types of claims on a home, second only to exterior […]


Insuring Dog Bites: What You Need to Know

As the old adage says, dogs are man’s best friend. They greet us when we come home, loyally follow us around, and are always ready for a belly rub or game of fetch. In the U.S. alone, 78 million dogs are owned as pets. Many families view their dogs as a member of the family. […]


Weathering the Storm

Did you know that the U.S. averages 10,000 thunderstorms and 1,300 tornadoes per year? Many Americans, especially those in the Central and Southern U.S., are no stranger to summer’s severe weather. These storms often come with strong hail and winds, resulting in property damage and insurance claims, especially for roofs. Take a look at what […]


Are Fireworks Worth the Risk?

Are fireworks worth the risk this 4th of July? As we approach the 4th of July weekend, there may be more sparks flying than those you typically see in the sky. The number of people that set off fireworks in their backyards is rapidly increasing and can result in severe injuries or can cause millions […]


Appraisal Strategies for Property Claims

The PLRB Adjusters Conference is known for being the premier educational event for claims service providers across the nation. This year, two of the industry’s top leaders came together to offer a valuable training seminar at the 2015 Central Region Conference in September. David Hausch, AIC, of Hausch & Company, and Marcos Cancio, ESQ, of […]


Severe Storms with Softball Size Hail Just South of Hausch & Company

During the late afternoon and early evening yesterday (June 10, 2015), multiple storms produced large hail and very heavy rainfall along the I-80 corridor, including across the far southern and southwestern Chicago metro area. This severe storm was really close to home for Hausch & Company — occurring south of our company headquarters, less than 50 […]