Umpire Services in Texas
Impartial umpire services for deadlocked insurance appraisals
When two appraisers can't agree on every item, the umpire decides. The umpire's job is not to pick a side — it is to weigh both estimates and the evidence behind them and arrive at a fair amount of loss.
Our umpires bring decades of construction and claims experience, so they understand both how the work is really done and how it is priced. We review each disputed item, inspect the property when needed, and issue a clear award with reasons both sides can follow.
Appraisers on either side of a claim — policyholder or carrier — can select us as umpire. We take no position on the outcome.
What's included
- Conflict check and disclosure before accepting the assignment
- Review of both appraisers' estimates, photos and reports
- Property inspection when needed
- Item-by-item resolution of disputed amounts
- A signed, itemized award
Who it's for
- Appraisers on both sides who need a qualified, neutral umpire
- Policyholders and carriers asking a court to appoint an umpire
- Attorneys handling appraisal disputes
How it works
- Step 1
Appointment
Both appraisers agree on us as umpire (or a court appoints us). We confirm we have no conflicts.
- Step 2
Submissions
Each appraiser provides an estimate and the evidence supporting their position.
- Step 3
Review & inspect
We review the file and inspect the property if the dispute requires it.
- Step 4
Award
We decide the disputed items and sign the award with the appraiser who agrees.
Umpire Services questions
Who pays the umpire?
Most Texas appraisal clauses split the umpire's fee equally between the policyholder and the insurance company. Check your policy.
Is the umpire neutral?
Yes. An umpire must be impartial. We disclose any relationships with either party before accepting.
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