The Nuts-and-Bolts of Successful Communications During a Claim Event

By Nicki Howell
Podcast
August 06, 2026 at 06:29 AM
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Communication breakdowns during a contents restoration claim can quickly erode trust with policyholders, making clear ownership and consistent updates important to a smooth claims process. Yvonne Vanbibber, general manager of Blue Kangaroo Packoutz for Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio, and David Gavilanes, franchise business coach for Blue Kangaroo Packoutz and 1-800 WATER DAMAGE, explain how contents restoration vendors can keep everyone in alignment throughout the entire process.

In this podcast, you'll learn:

-Why defining scope and staffing early and maintaining a 'triangle' of communication between contractor, insureds, and adjuster help keep claims on track.
-How unrealistic or unspoken expectations can put the policyholder's trust at risk.
-How AI-driven tools for automating updates and centralizing notes may impact the future of claims communication.

For more insights from the Blue Kangaroo Packoutz team of experts, click here.

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