The Savvy Adjuster Podcast

How Code and Regulation Updates Impact Claims

Episode Summary

We wrap up 2024 on The Savvy Adjuster Podcast with a discussion about how recent and upcoming changes to codes and regulations can impact claims, and a look at the various sources available to adjusters who want to make sure they’re making accurate settlement decisions. Host Chris Nichols is joined by returning guests, Alpine Intel’s Director of Customer Education Jay Dykstra and Donan’s Principal Forensic Engineer Rich Grimshaw, as they touch on HVAC refrigerant legislation, building codes, and more.

Episode Notes

We wrap up 2024 on The Savvy Adjuster Podcast with a discussion about how recent and upcoming changes to codes and regulations can impact claims, and a look at the various sources available to adjusters who want to make sure they’re making accurate settlement decisions. Host Chris Nichols is joined by returning guests, Alpine Intel’s Director of Customer Education Jay Dykstra and Donan’s Principal Forensic Engineer Rich Grimshaw, as they touch on HVAC refrigerant legislation, building codes, and more.

Discussed in This Episode

• Why adjusters need to know about codes and regulations
• How experts use of code knowledge in their conclusion and recommendations
• Important organizations and codes that may be referenced
• The AIM Act and other refrigerant legislation
• 2024 changes to the International Residential Code

Additional Resources

• About Alpine Intel: https://bit.ly/3DjxJ41
• Alpine Intel Resource Page: https://bit.ly/3P2ZpfO

Additional Code and Regulation Resources:

• Guide: Adjuster Course in HVAC Refrigerant: https://bit.ly/4izBgv7
• Article: Changes to the 2024 International Building Code: https://bit.ly/3ZXR8QA
• Article: Four Recent Electrical Code Updates Adjusters Should Know: https://bit.ly/4fnuntS