We are a family business.
We are a Florida Licensed public adjusting firm. Our only focus is providing Public Adjusting services, however our staff have combined expertise in the fields of public adjusting, construction, and engineering. We are experts and the very best in the industry. Please take a moment to contact us for our resumes in consideration for selecting us to represent and fight for you.
Co-Founder & CEO
Engineering, design & construction fills the background of Lance Petrie, complete with Public Adjusting. Most adjusters do not possess his experience and knowledge of Facilities and Infrastructure. He utilizes his engineering specialty to combine talents to help homeowners and business owners who have suffered loss/damage and without us would be at the mercy of their insurance company. Having worked in engineering design for over 15 years, he is expert level when it comes to analyzing damage to facilities and what it takes to restore them. Compounding that is his ability to assess claims and negotiate favorable settlements for the insured.
Co-Owner & President
Aaron is a multi-storm experienced Insurance Adjuster specializing in both commercial and residential claims. He is our technologist expert, forensic inspecting specialist and top Public Adjuster at VIP Adjusting. He is Multi-industry Certified and directs operations.
Public Adjuster
Cristian Bragano is a resident public adjuster and building inspector. He is a construction specialist having first hand experience building residential and commercial properties with the General Contracting firm Florida Construction Specialist. His experience is invaluable in his Public Adjusting expertise. Knowledge of construction is crucial when recording and estimating property damage. Having industry trade experience as listed under skills, he is a top level Public Adjuster, estimator and inspector. Cristian has a litany of experience estimating residential and commercial property damage claims along with negotiating favorable settlements. In addition to working on daily property damage claims, he has worked on Hurricanes Mathew, Irma, Michael, Laura & Sally to name a few.
Cristian has directly worked for a restoration company which allows him to also advise on the water extraction process, equipment use, full or partial space demolition, mold treatments, contents, phased operations etc. He is an instrumental member of the VIP team where he advises on mitigation, construction processes, permitting, the general construction trades relative to rough and finish carpentry, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, drywall, insulation, painting etc.
Office Administration - Accounting
Having worked in banking for the past 15 years and managing a New York based Twin Ponds Country Club for a decade prior, Maureen is an expert level office admin. She handles the day to day office operations at VIP Adjusting along with executing accounts receivable and payable. She is the first voice a client hears when they call and the last one when the claim concludes. Without Maureen, VIP Adjusting would not be able to provide the white glove service homeowners and businesses have come to enjoy.
Our Background
public adjusting
Our Public Adjusting team brings unparalleled expertise and dedication to the table, honed from extensive experience with Hurricanes Irma, Michael, Sally, Ian, and Idalia. Equipped with multiple industry certifications, we excel in navigating complex insurance claims, ensuring our clients receive the fair settlements they deserve. We stand as your advocate, meticulously assessing damages and negotiating with insurance companies on your behalf. Our commitment is to secure your maximum entitlement, leveraging our deep knowledge and experience to guide you through the recovery process with professionalism and empathy, ensuring a smoother path to rebuilding after loss.
Construction/building
Our family knows construction. Our grandfather was a master craftsman who passed on knowledge of nearly each and every one of the various building trades to his sons, many of whom have gone on to specialize in those trades, and to perform construction services in all stages of building, from new construction, to rebuilding and restoration, to repair and maintenance.
There's no aspect of building we haven't been involved with. That knowledge comes in handy when adjusting insurance claims, as insurance companies often send adjusters, known as "independent adjusters," despite the fact they work for the insurance company, who have little to no background in construction. If your insurance company does send someone with a background in construction, it's usually to provide a comparative review once a payment has already been made. Our background in construction will allow us to better discuss the scope and estimation of your damages to negotiate the best possible settlements.
engineering
We also have education background, and experience in engineering. Sporting several college degrees related to science and engineering, as well as real world experience in the supervision of construction and related services, we also have experience in the drawing, design and implementation of plans on the residential and commercial levels, and at the large-scale level related to the design and building of infrastructure and entire cities.
Not only does this provide an additional boost to you when our services require evaluation in the proper methods of construction and repair for estimating purposes, but many times insurance companies employ the services of third-party engineers to assist them in determining the cause and origin of your loss. Our experience gives you the best chance at fighting a denial. If your claim is still denied, we will have put you in the best position to continue to pursue your claim with the legal assistance you’ll need to get the claim over the finish line.
Claims we've handled
Tornado
Marine Loss/Vessel Damage