Forced entry
Doors, windows, frames, locks, storefronts, and surrounding finishes often require more than a simple hardware replacement.
Damage claim support
Vandalism, Theft & Break-In Claims
Organize building damage, missing property, emergency security, and business interruption into a supported claim.
Break-ins, theft, vandalism
Documenting theft and vandalism losses
A break-in can damage doors, windows, walls, wiring, fixtures, security systems, vehicles, equipment, inventory, and personal property. Hillis organizes the physical damage and missing property into a clear, supported claim.
Where the loss can travel
Damage to look for beyond the obvious
Contents & inventory
Ownership, condition, quantity, age, model information, and replacement pricing all shape the contents claim.
Systems damage
Wiring, plumbing, HVAC components, alarms, cameras, and specialty equipment may be damaged or removed.
Business interruption
Closure time, lost operations, security costs, and temporary premises can be material parts of a commercial loss.
First moves
What to do after property damage
- 1
Contact law enforcement and obtain the incident or report number.
- 2
Photograph forced-entry points and disturbed areas before repairs or cleanup.
- 3
Secure the property with temporary board-up, locks, lighting, or security.
- 4
Begin a missing-property inventory with receipts, photos, statements, and model numbers.
What Hillis documents
- Police report and incident timeline
- Entry points, building damage, and emergency security work
- Itemized stolen and damaged property inventory
- Proof of ownership and current replacement pricing
- Operational downtime and extra-expense support
Common claim pressure points
Common issues when documenting a claim
Incomplete inventories
Broad descriptions without quantity, model, age, or value can slow review and reduce support for the contents claim.
Cleanup before evidence
Repairing or reorganizing the scene too quickly can erase useful documentation of the event.
Separated building damage
Forced entry and removal often damage surrounding finishes, systems, and assemblies beyond the obvious opening.
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