Need Help With Your Insurance Claim? Why Independent Assessors Like Me Exist
If your claim has been declined or delayed, an independent assessor can help. Learn how we assist claims and support fair outcomes for NZ homeowners and brokers.
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Most people don’t know they can get help with their insurance claim — until something goes wrong.
They lodge a claim, assume it will be simple, and then hear the words:
“We’ve assessed it — unfortunately, it’s not covered.”
That’s where I come in.
What I Do: Assist With Claims That Aren’t So Straightforward
As an independent insurance assessor, my role is to:
Investigate the damage properly
Interpret the policy wording fairly
Assist you in presenting evidence that supports your claim
Work alongside (not against) brokers, adjusters, and insurers to find a resolution
This isn’t about pushing back blindly — it’s about getting it right.
Why Claims Get Declined (and What’s Often Missing)
Many claims are denied because:
The insurer classifies the damage as “gradual” without full investigation
There’s no invasive inspection — just photos and assumptions
The original scope misses hidden or secondary damage
The client doesn’t know how to respond or what evidence to provide
What’s often missing is a clear, independent technical assessment that translates site conditions into insurer language — with policy logic to back it up.
Who I Help Most Often
Homeowners with declined or underpaid claims
Brokers who need clarity before escalating a dispute
Body corporates and property managers navigating complex scopes
Claims handlers and Loss Adjusters under pressure to make fair decisions with limited info
I assist claims by bringing on-site evidence, scope logic, and policy interpretation together — so it’s no longer guesswork or confusion.
Why the Right Help Matters
This isn’t a high-volume industry. It’s a high-stakes one.
When your claim is declined or delayed, you're not just facing paperwork — you’re dealing with:
A roof that still leaks
A kitchen that’s half-repaired
Thousands in potential out-of-pocket costs
That’s why I do this. Because getting your home or building properly repaired shouldn’t depend on how well you understand insurance fine print.
Need Help With a Claim?
If something doesn’t feel right — if you’ve been declined, under-scoped, or left waiting — I can help assess your situation and provide the evidence your claim needs.
Looking for Assist Insurance Support in NZ?
At The Assessing Co., we provide expert independent Insurance assessments and claim assistance across NZ. If you’ve searched for assist insurance or claim support and landed here — welcome. You’ve found the right place.
Learn more about our services or get in touch
Christian Parore
Independent Specialist Insurance Assessor – The Assessing Co.
www.theassessingco.co.nz