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Schedule Your Fall Fish Stocking Discover the benefits of professional fall fish stocking and how to set your fishery up for success.

Schedule Your Fall Fish Stocking Discover the benefits of professional fall fish stocking and how to set your fishery up for success.

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Schedule Your Fall Fish Stocking

Discover the benefits of professional fall fish stocking and how to set your fishery up for success.

Are you ready to build a community fishery or grow trophy fish in your private lake? Fish stocking is an important step of fisheries management. Fall is an excellent time to stock your lake. Learn how strategic fish stocking can help you build your dream fishery!

BOOK YOUR FISH STOCKING

Why a Professional Is Needed for Fish Stocking

A diverse and productive fish population is essential to creating an ecologically balanced lake or pond. Fish stocking has clear benefits – from plant and mosquito management to exciting fishing opportunities – but many property owners are unaware of the sheer number of fish species to choose from, making it very easy to get confused.

There is more to fish stocking than the act of adding fish to a pond. Rushing the process by stocking the wrong fish, or doing so at the wrong time, can result in unhealthy population conditions and ecosystems. A key part of lake and pond management is making sure the fish population is well-balanced and best equipped to help achieve your specific goals for the aquatic ecosystem. That’s where a professional comes in.

Each body of water is different, so there are no one-size-fits-all solutions. A customized plan created by experts will ensure that your lake or pond has the right fish population to endure its health and your continued enjoyment. Based on the state of the ecosystem in your lake or pond, a professional will recommend whether or not you should add fish, what species are best suited for your waterbody, what time of year to stock, and how many.

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There is nothing like mosquito bites or midges to take the fun outdoor activities!  Before mosquito’s or midges “BUG” you, contact Allstate Resource Management

There is nothing like mosquito bites or midges to take the fun outdoor activities! Before mosquito’s or midges “BUG” you, contact Allstate Resource Management

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Mosquitos or Midges BUGGING you?

Allstate Resource Management offers full-service larvicide spraying and/or briquette treatments to attack the insect’s breeding ground. We can also stock lakes and ponds with mosquitofish which is a long-term biological control method that is also environmentally sensitive.
There is nothing like mosquito bites or midges to take
the fun outdoor activities!
Before mosquitos or midges “BUG” you, contact us at:
Direct: 954-382-9766 or info@allstatemanagement.com
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Webinar: Bill SB-4D Has Passed – What Now? by KBR Legal

Webinar: Bill SB-4D Has Passed – What Now? by KBR Legal

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Educational webinar with emphasis on Structural Integrity, Reserves and Milestone Inspections

Date:  Sep 14, 2022

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Slippery floor tiles ​are a disaster waiting to happen for any facility…by CoverTec

Slippery floor tiles ​are a disaster waiting to happen for any facility…by CoverTec

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Slippery floor tiles ​are a disaster waiting to happen for any facility. Understanding how to deal with slippery floors can be the difference between operating ​a successful facility and serious problems.

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click the picture above go to CoverTec, learn about the many products we have from cleaning to maintenance for your floors, learn how to make your floors non slip!

Making floors slip-resistant requires a clear understanding of what you are working with. These are the factors that impact whether a floor is slippery or not:

  1. The condition of the floor
  2. The flooring material
  3. The condition and the material of the footwear interacting with the surface
  4. The contaminants present on the floor
  5. The physical ability of the person walking on the floor

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Lake Management: “Why does our HOA need a lake management company?” -Allstate Resource Management

Lake Management: “Why does our HOA need a lake management company?” -Allstate Resource Management

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“Why does our HOA need a lake management company?”
Sometimes, aquatic management is viewed as a frivolous or unnecessary expense for a community. “My lake looks fine, why should I pay to have someone take care of it?” Unfortunately, that assessment is rarely made taking into account the whole water body.
Most people that live on lakes also see them differently than someone who maintains them. The difference is homeowners tend to look “at” the water, where as waterway managers look “in” the water. Too often people put off lake maintenance until they see a problem and weed populations have already become established. Long term management at that point becomes more expensive and time consuming, with total elimination of the problem almost impossible.
An important fact that many overlook is that the lakes on their property serve another purpose other than a nice view. They are actually man made stormwater retention areas . When communities are built, the lakes are carefully designed to hold a certain amount of stormwater. Water bodies filled with weeds no longer have the correct capacity, potentially causing neighborhood flooding during storms. Algae is another constant nuisance in South Florida lakes. Because of our warm waters and long sunny seasons, algae can spread very rapidly and unpredictably.
As a property owner or property manager, it’s valuable to have a company that will respond to these unexpected outbreaks. Every lake matures differently, and it takes a combination of experience and expertise to maintain a healthy balance as changes occur.
Allstate Resource Management’s staff is always there to answer your questions and works to ensure excellent results in any lake management situation.
Contact us today on how we can help your community lake!
Direct: 954-382-9766
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Shoreline & Erosion Control Management – SOLitude Lake Management

Shoreline & Erosion Control Management – SOLitude Lake Management

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Enhance Your Shoreline and Repair Erosion Damage with Sustainable Solutions

Shoreline management should never be overlooked. It is one of the most important aspects of a healthy lake or pond. Proactive buffer and littoral zone management not only helps increase the aesthetics of your lake or pond, but it helps protect your waterbody from the harsh effects of erosion and prevents excess nutrients from entering the water column. If erosion damage has become too severe, erosion repair solutions can be implemented to help restore the shoreline and prevent future damage.

The Benefits Behind Vegetative Buffers and Littoral Zones

Many water quality issues are caused by or intensified by factors that begin outside of a waterbody. That is why it is crucial to cultivate a beneficial vegetative buffer and a littoral zone using native sedges, grasses, and flowering species to filter excess nutrients like phosphorus and nitrogen from the water column. Allowing the beneficial plants to take root will also add to the integrity of your shoreline.

Before, Golf Course Shoreline Restoration

Erosion Repair Technologies

If your shoreline has experienced the effects of erosion like vegetation loss or uneven and unstable banks, restoration efforts should be considered before attempting to establish plants around a pond or lake. With the latest erosion control technologies, you can repair erosion wear and tear and establish a stable, natural shoreline that will halt erosion and protect your waterbody from future damage.

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Everything You Need to Know About Hurricane Damage Claims in Florida

Everything You Need to Know About Hurricane Damage Claims in Florida

  • Posted: Aug 31, 2022
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It’s an unspoken secret among homeowners that hurricane damage in Florida is inevitable.

It’s not a question of “if”. It’s a question of “how long before it happens to me?” So before this year’s storm season kicks off, it’s a good idea to educate yourself on the hurricane damage claim process. The more you know, the better you’ll be able to navigate these waters when disaster strikes.

In this post, we’ll talk about different types of hurricane damage claims, what you can expect from your insurance company, and how to get help from a professional claims adjuster.

COMMON TYPES OF HURRICANE DAMAGE CLAIMS

The most common types of damage after a hurricane is damage to your windows from flying debris. This is almost inevitable, but it’s important to document the condition of your windows before the storm.

As a matter of fact, this advice applies to all types of damage. Take pictures before the storm. They can be your only way to prove that the damage happened due to the hurricane, and not weeks or months beforehand.

Siding, roofing, and doors are also frequently damaged in hurricanes. Again, this is due to high winds and flying debris or falling trees, so this kind of damage can happen many miles inland.

Another common type of damage is fires. It’s counterintuitive to think about fire damage when there’s rain falling down like God’s pouring buckets out of the sky, but it’s a real risk. Power surges and outages can cause appliances to malfunction, while leaks and flooding can cause short circuits and electrical fires.

Finally, there’s water damage. This doesn’t always happen due to flood water, either. It can happen due to a roof leak or window damage, or even because of a failed appliance leaking after the storm. Even mild water damage can lead to mold, so look out for leaking around windows or around your roof joists.

WHAT IS COVERED?

The short answer is that it depends on what kind of insurance you have. Basic homeowners insurance will cover most hurricane damage, but not damage from flooding. For example, you may be covered for water damage from a leaky roof, but not for a flooded laundry room wrecking your washer and dryer. A flood insurance policy will cover this gap in coverage. We talk more about this in our article on water damage.

Many parts of Florida are considered high-risk areas, so insurance companies place further restrictions on wind damage. In this case, you’ll need to have windstorm coverage in order to get reimbursed to damage to your roof or windows. If you live in a high-risk area, getting this coverage is a no brainer. It can be expensive, but it costs less than paying for these repairs out of pocket.

WHAT ISN’T COVERED?

There are a couple of things that your insurance definitely will not cover.

  • The first is damage due to negligence. For example, if you’re under an evacuation order and you leave a bunch of appliances plugged in, causing a fire, the insurance company may deny your claim due to negligence.
  • The second is damage to your vehicle. Even if it’s parked in a carport or garage, your vehicle will not be covered by your homeowners or flood insurance. Fortunately, it may be covered by your car insurance if you’ve purchased the right kind of coverage.

HOW TO DEAL WITH DAMAGE AFTER A HURRICANE

The first thing to keep in mind is that your home may not be safe to return to. Listen to authorities, and don’t return to your home if your neighborhood is supposed to remain evacuated.

Once you’re cleared to return, get your camera ready. Just as you did before the storm, take pictures of everything. Eventually, you’re going to need to clean up, but the claims process can drag on for months. If there’s a dispute, before and after pictures can make the difference between a successful claim and a failed one.

You may be tempted to throw out damaged furniture and appliances. Resist that temptation. Sadly, claims adjusters have to deal with fraud on a regular basis, so they’re liable to give you the stink-eye if you tell them that all your damaged furniture is at the dump, along with your 70-inch flat screen TV and your brand new, top of the line dishwasher. Save everything until the adjuster has come out, this will improve the validity of your hurricane damage claim.

On the same token, never sign an invoice with a contractor that doesn’t have an exact cost specified. Some shady contractors will write something like “for insurance proceeds” on their invoice, then try to get the whole value of the claim, instead of just the cost of their own work.

HOW CAN A PUBLIC ADJUSTER HELP?

Hurricane Damage Claimspublic adjuster is a claims adjuster who works for you instead of the insurance company. They get paid a percentage of the proceeds from your hurricane damage claim, so the more you receive, the more they make. This gives them a strong incentive to make sure you get every penny you’re entitled to.

Oftentimes, insurance adjusters will lowball repair estimates by using prices for the cheapest possible materials. Sometimes, they’ll even avoid going to damaged areas of the house to avoid having to make a note of the damage. A public adjuster works with you to find and document every bit of damage, and advocates for you with the insurance company.

If you think a public adjuster can help you, Contact Stellar Public Adjusting Services using our free web form. If your need is urgent, feel free to call us at 305-570-3519.

Our team of adjusters has a combined experience of several decades, and all of them work in-house. This means you’ll be working directly with a member of our team, and not with an independent contractor. Focus on rebuilding your home and your life. Leave the stress and paperwork to the experts.

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At Cohen Law Group, It’s About Justice!

At Cohen Law Group, It’s About Justice!

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At Cohen Law Group, It’s About Justice!

It is more than a slogan, it is our firm’s mantra. The motto, developed by our founder Harvey V. Cohen was derived from our mission statement. We are aggressive, zealous advocates for our client’s rights. Our commitment to our clients is evident by our prompt reply to all phone calls and our 24 hour availability through our phone answering service.

Make sure your legal rights are protected by seeking the legal advice of an experienced Attorney. Contact Cohen Law Group.

Call us today at 407-890-0405 to see how we can help your legal needs. Or click here to fill out a free case evaluation.

 

Contractor Insurance Claim Dispute

Cohen Law Group stands up to these insurance carriers in valid contractor insurance claim disputes. Contractors have a right to be paid, just as the policy holder they are working for has a right to have a valid insurance claim paid.

Homeowner Insurance Claim Attorney

Have you had an insurance claim denied, partially paid, or reduced? If so, we may be able to help. Cohen Law Group stands up to these insurance carriers in valid homeowner insurance claim disputes.

Business Owners Insurance Claims Dispute

Cohen Law Group stands up to these insurance carriers in valid business/property owner insurance claim disputes. We possesses the experience and resources necessary to effectively guide you through each and every aspect of your business/property owner insurance claim dispute.

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Lake Management: Lake Turnover and Fish Kills The science behind it….

Lake Management: Lake Turnover and Fish Kills The science behind it….

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Lake Turnover and Fish Kills

The science behind it….

Lake turnovers generally occur in the fall but can sometimes occur in the summer. During the hot weather, the surface water of a lake warms much faster than deeper water. This results in a temporary layering effect, with warm water on top and cool water underneath. Scientists refer to this as stratification.
Because the top layer has constant access to the atmosphere, it tends to have more oxygen than the bottom layer-even though it’s warmer. If a heavy wind or cold rain should occur during these conditions, the stratification may be broken, causing the two layers to mix. Once this happens the mixing action can result in low dissolved oxygen levels throughout the water column, and can potentially cause a fish kill.
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Marketing: We publish information daily to all of our Social Media Pages; Facebook, Twitter, Google,LinkedIn …..

Marketing: We publish information daily to all of our Social Media Pages; Facebook, Twitter, Google,LinkedIn …..

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Keeping everyone informed “we feel is the most important of all services we offer our members!”

Besides events, advocating for our industry, Helping Condo and HOA’s every day, Aiding the Managers whom are members and call or email us for information, Legal Help, Laws, Vendor Problems, now the New Laws for Florida, our Team is constantly referring clients the members ready to help.

SFPMA uses Social Media to inform Clients, Members and Followers. Groups are open to everyone, we send and promote information about member companies that work together in the Property Management Industry.  Supporting each member company and information; getting this information out to readers new members and our industry is important to us!

When most companies do not realize how important it is to let others know what you do on a daily basis. We watch, we visit many of the social media pages for our members. What we see is alarming!. Far to many companies do not utilize what Social Media has to offer them. This is why we are always looking for posts that we can reshare we realize you are not!

 

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Understanding Your Lake “How long will it take to clean up my lake?”

Understanding Your Lake “How long will it take to clean up my lake?”

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Understanding Your Lake

“How long will it take to clean up my lake?”

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This is one of the most often asked questions applicators get and is also one of the trickier ones to
answer. The hard part of this question is that there are so many variables to take into account when
trying to answer it. Are we dealing with one kind of weed or multiple ones?

Different ones may require separate treatments. Some of those treatments may not be compatible with each other which means they must be done on different visits. How bad is the problem? If the entire lake is affected,
we need to treat it in portions over time so we don’t deplete the dissolved oxygen.

Which herbicide is effective on the weeds you have? Some work quickly, where as others take time to do the job, and
not all herbicides work on every kind of plant. What is the weather? Forecasted rains can wash off or
dilute treatments, forcing work to be postponed.

These are just a few of the things we need to consider before we can even start to give a client an answer and that is just the beginning of the process. The EPA approved products we apply to lakes do not make the weeds magically disappear.

Once they begin to die, most will float to the surface and collect in mats. Then water chemistry,
weather, and lake circulation controls how long it takes for them to break down and sink. Sometimes
lakes will require follow up treatments to take care of re-growth, or dense pockets of plants.

An experienced lake management company can give you an estimate of how long it will take to start to
see results but a definite answer can be difficult. Understand that there is a customized plan being
implemented and that your manager is working to remedy the problem. If you ever have any specific
questions about your lake and its care, the staff at Allstate Resource Management is here to answer
them and provide you with the information you need.


Author: Stephen Montgomery, Senior Biologist


Allstate Resource Management has over 25 years of experience in maintaining the health of lakes, ponds, wetlands, and stormwater systems. We have continued since our inception to be the leader in resource management.

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