FAQ
Questions Texans ask us.
Do you only appraise cars?+
No — we appraise any personal property: contents, equipment, machinery, and inventories. Vehicles are our highest-volume specialty. If it’s not land and buildings, we value it.
Are you licensed to appraise personal property?+
Texas requires no license for personal property appraisal. Our insurance licenses and certifications are the credentials behind our competency, and every report is developed under USPAP Standards 7 and 8.
Can you be the umpire on my claim?+
If both appraisers select us, or where a roster assignment applies, yes — umpire service is strictly neutral and conflict-checked.
Does Texas allow diminished value claims?+
Yes. When the accident wasn’t your fault, you can claim diminished value against the at-fault driver’s insurer. It’s measured as the vehicle’s market value immediately before the accident versus after repair.
Do I have to sell my car to claim it?+
No. Texas law does not require a sale. The loss is measured by market value, whether you keep the vehicle or not.
How much is my claim worth?+
It depends on the vehicle, mileage, and damage severity — structural damage on newer vehicles loses the most. The free review gives you an honest read before you spend anything.
Do you cover my city?+
Yes. Desk appraisals are delivered statewide, and in-person inspections are available by appointment across Texas.
What if the insurance company ignores the appraisal?+
Texas Justice Court handles small claims in every county. Our reports are built to be your Exhibit A, with testimony available.
How much does an appraisal cost?+
Every claim is different, so we quote a flat fee up front after a free review — fixed before we start, never a percentage of your recovery.
Is the fee refundable or contingent?+
No. Our fees are flat and never contingent on the outcome — that independence is exactly what makes the report credible.
Find out what your claim is worth — free.
An honest read from a licensed adjuster — no obligation.