Originally published October 2026. Events, forecasts, and offers reflect this issue's publication date.
The Contractor's Biggest Pain: Doing the Work and Waiting to Get Paid
Contractors know how to restore a property. Hillis helps property owners work through the insurance claim when scope, pricing, coverage, depreciation, or supplements become an issue.
When a Client Has Damage
- Review the damage and insurance policy.
- Help document the loss.
- Assist with the claims process.
- Review claims that may have been underpaid or denied.
- Work alongside contractors so the full repair scope is properly presented.
Hillis Can Help at Any Stage
If a claim has already been reported, delayed, underpaid, or denied, Hillis can review the situation. Coverage and outcomes depend on the policy and claim facts.
The Hillis Contractor Referral App
Use the Hillis App to refer property owners who may need a public adjuster and track each referral from start to finish.
- Submit referrals directly from a phone.
- Track the progress of each referral.
- Monitor referral rewards as they are earned.
- Help customers pursue a properly documented claim while the contractor focuses on repairs.
Eligible referrals are subject to current program terms and state eligibility.
Preferred Contractor Partners
The issue invited contractors interested in becoming trusted Hillis partners to reach out. It described Hillis's network of reputable contractors as a way to strengthen relationships, build confidence through the claims process, and restore properties to better than pre-loss condition.
The Hillis Advantage Podcast
The podcast covers real-world claim scenarios, contractor insights, and strategies for navigating the insurance side of a job. The newsletter presented it as a resource for contractors who want their work and estimates properly valued under the claim.
For questions about a property claim, call Hillis first at (800) 445-5471.
