An advocate for Illinois policyholders

The adjuster your insurance company sends works for the insurer. A public adjuster works for you — the property owner. UPA independently inspects and documents your loss, applies the coverages in your policy, and negotiates with the insurance company to pursue the settlement your policy owes.
UPA is licensed to serve policyholders in Illinois. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit public adjusting firm, and we never take a penny out of a property or business owner's pocket — our fee is covered by the overhead and profit built into the insurance settlement itself.

Claims we see in Illinois

Illinois property takes tornado, hail, and derecho damage in the warm months and freeze losses in the cold ones — a year-round claim environment.
Tornadoes
Hail
Derecho windstorms
Winter freeze

Denied or underpaid? That is our specialty

A denial or a low offer is the insurance company's position — not the last word. UPA reviews your denial letter and policy, builds the documentation the insurer says is missing, and re-presents the claim. Where appropriate, previously settled claims can be reopened and supplemented.

Illinois FAQ

Is UPA licensed in Illinois?

Yes — UPA is licensed to serve policyholders in Illinois. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit public adjusting firm, and we represent property owners — not insurance companies — throughout the claim process.

What does a public adjuster cost in Illinois?

Nothing out of pocket. With UPA, we never take a penny out of a property or business owner’s pocket — our fee is covered by the overhead and profit built into the insurance settlement itself, and the recovered funds stay in your control. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, our interest is aligned with getting you the full settlement your policy owes.

What types of claims does UPA handle in Illinois?

Common Illinois losses include tornadoes, hail, derecho windstorms, winter freeze. We also handle water, fire and smoke, theft and vandalism, and commercial property claims — including claims that have already been denied or underpaid.