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The damaged support needed replacing.
The surrounding structure required further inspection.
The railing and steps needed extensive repairs.
The total could exceed $14,000.
I immediately contacted my insurance company.
The representative explained that the unusual circumstances required additional review.
The crane company’s insurer was also investigating the incident.
Nobody could guarantee who would cover which expenses.
Meanwhile, Richard’s damaged Mercedes remained trapped on my grass.
The contractor also warned me not to delay stabilizing the porch while waiting for insurance decisions.
That meant