Restoring Peace of Mind in the Midst of Disaster

Phillips Consulting Group is a multi-functioning property mitigation, remediation, and restoration consulting company serving the property insurance claims industry, with national headquarters in Dallas, TX .

We can mobilize for commercial or industrial projects at any stage, however our clients have found that the sooner they bring us on board, the greater their savings. Drawing upon Phillips Consulting Group’s years of overlapping specialties of insurance and construction, we can quickly evaluate the extent of destruction.

Reconstruction costs and liabilities are reduced by responding to a crisis immediately before the damage escalates. National engagement in large-scale disaster relief projects allows us to handle multiple events simultaneously.

Phillips Consulting Group Emergency Management Services (EMS) offer insurance companies the best-case scenario by preplanning, identifying and rectifying areas of risk, and in the event of a disaster, competent follow through for every project we undertake.

We operate under the highest ethical standards and our proficiency results in rapid restoration and reconstruction efforts, dramatically reducing business interruption to help resolve claims expediently.

Our experts are knowledgeable of all phases of construction and reconstruction, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, building materials, and cleaning of microbial agents. We examine conclusive data to mitigate and resolve complex challenges.

Whether those challenges be environmental, toxicological, health, or safety-related, we are well-equipped to assess complicated losses.

The commercial loss claims community depends on Phillips Consulting Group to deliver all aspects of accurate and timely mitigation services with cost-effective solutions.

LOSS RELATED

Although emergencies cannot always be prepared for in advance, our experienced professionals immediately assess the scope of loss and suggest the most cost-effective strategies.

This saves insurance companies millions of dollars of potential payouts while satisfying their clients for a speedy resolution to get their businesses up and running quickly.

Phillips Consulting Group provides an on-site management team who monitors all projects from start to finish. We do it right the first time. We are there, whether halfway around the world, or in our own backyard.

We offer loss-related services following a disaster or crisis in the areas of Mitigation, Reconstruction, Remediation, and Equipment and Machinery (IT, medical, manufacturing, etc.)  

POST LOSS

Having an accurate rebuild construction estimate is an essential part of the property recovery process.

We know both the construction and insurance sides of what it takes to produce accurate estimates.

With a profound understanding of the cost of materials, structural design, and precise assessment techniques, we offer a systematic solution to loss recovery.

We know what to look for while using scientific processes and innovative resolutions to make accurate valuations on behalf of our clients.  

At Phillips Consulting Group, rigorous quality control oversight in the field and beyond is standard protocol. In the aftermath of a national disaster, our team of experts accurately and equitably delivers across all disciplines to handle even the most complex losses.

Heavy Equipment Assessments

Phillips heavy equipment experts deliver support on matters ranging from daily desktop reviews to multi-million-dollar, complex claims. Our team leverages years of experience handling a variety of specialized heavy equipment to provide all brands: 

◾Commercial Equipment (CE)

◾Damage Assessment 

◾Equipment Appraisal 

◾Repair Value Calculation

◾Parts List With Cost Breakdown

◾Repair vs Replacement Determination 

◾RCV: Replacement Cost Value

◾ACV: Actual Cost Value 

◾National & International Territory Coverage 

• Analyzing Pre-Loss Equipment to Determine Comparable Replacement

• Assessing Production Impacts & Developing Solutions to Immediately Restore Production (BI Mitigation)

• Causation / Failure Analysis

• Comprehensive Reporting & Analysis

• Desktop Reviews

• Determining Equipment Remediation Actions (Replace, Repair, Clean & Restore, No Damage)

• Establishing Replacement Cost Values, Repair Values & Actual Cash Values

• Expert Witness & Litigation Support

• On-Site Damage Assessment to Evaluate Equipment / Systems

• Performing Equipment Inventory & Validating Configuration

• Quantifying Contamination Levels to Equipment / Systems

Our engagements have included the following equipment and systems:

◾Articulated Off Road Trucks

◾Backhoes /  Bull Dozers

◾Cold Planers

◾Compactors

◾Cranes

◾Draglines

◾Excavators

◾Feller Bunchers

◾Harvesters

◾Hydraulic Mining Shovels

◾Knuckleboom Loader

◾Pipelayers

◾Motor Graders /  Rollers /  Scissors Lifts

◾Scrapers / Skid Steers /  Skidders 

◾Telehandlers

◾Tractors / Trenchers

◾Utility Vehicles / Water Trucks / Wheel &Track Loaders

Implement the plan with the goal of returning the site to pre-loss conditions or better, as soon as possible. We deliver comprehensive bid evaluation and negotiating, cost oversight, and invoicing throughout the project.

Budgeting and Requests for Proposal (RFP) Development create an accurate valuation of damages along with strict cost controls and tracking. These cover staffing, labor, equipment, environmental services oversight, contractor accountability, cost projections, and materials. Deadlines and timelines are met with precision.

Some of the specific areas of expertise are:

Water Damage Mitigation – Extraction and immediate removal of flood waters

Mold Remediation – Mold Remediation Technicians eliminate current mold growth & protect against future loss due to incident

Structural Drying & Dehumidification – Temperature and humidity control equipment removes excess moisture in affected area

Prevention of Continued Moisture Infiltration – Use of Envelope Waterproofing Systems

Demolition & Removal – Hazardous Material Technicians oversee demolition and disposal process & validate compliance with current regulation

Moisture Mapping – Moisture detection equipment and Infrared Technology will be used to identify the affected area & determine the appropriate scope of work

Fire, Smoke & Soot Mitigation – Certified Restoration Consultants can oversee the return of property to pre-loss condition by monitoring the contractors progress, scope, & providing accountability

Roofing – Accurate assessment of damage, building code knowledge, and negotiation skills will settle the roofing costs and close your claim

Contents - Contents inventory, cost analysis, and disposal

Phillips Consulting Group consults on many project components such as: Change order evaluations, building permits, code upgrade requirements, project status assessments, construction payments, & contract closeout administration. These are all executed and monitored with integrity and professionalism.

These are necessary components to move a claim toward settlement as quickly as possible. Comprehensive invoice analysis using our proprietary software minimizes risk exposure and avoids delays.

LEADERSHIP

Andy Williams, President|CEO

Leads an expert, knowledgeable, and trusted team of advisers and consultants who together provide Mitigation, Remediation, and Reconstruction Consulting services for the Insurance Claims Community. Each of his team is certified in their respective areas of specialty.

His expertise in commercial large loss Emergency Mitigation Service (EMS) dates back to 1996. As a Building Consultant he has worked with insurance professionals (Adjusters, GA’s, RGA’s, EGA’s) as well as business owners and property management companies. He is trained in incident investigation and reporting as well as offshore hazards.

From his early career as a Roofing Professional, he became an Independent Adjuster handling property damage related claims throughout the USA. Later he was Vice President of Operations for two leading American National Restoration Companies where his skills helped lead the Companies to excellence in the industry.

During his career Williams was a Certified Trainer for International audiences as well as a Director of Insurance Services. Now, as the President | CEO of a Commercial Large Loss Consulting Group, he attributes his success to focusing on operational excellence and employee development.

With training and certifications covering a wide range of specialties, Williams is well-equipped to oversee an international team of experts. His extensive experience in both the building construction and the insurance restoration industries, provides a solid foundation for serving the global insurance claims community.

Hurricane Ike: Managed and coordinated approximately 2,500 personnel, handling $100 million of work in Houston, Galveston, Beaumont, and surrounding areas. Projects included hospitals, educational facilities, high rise structures, office and retail buildings, hotels, apartments, and condominiums.

Hurricane Sandy: Provided building consulting and cost estimating services for a high-profile insurance loss in lower Manhattan. The project related to a four-story tenant space that sustained extensive damage due to flooding.  Work included tenant improvement, demolition, documents, and contents. 

• Manufacturing – $100,000,000; Mitigation (Michigan)

• Highrise Office – $29,000,000; Mitigation (New York)

• Highrise Condo – $20,000,000; Mitigation (California)

• Hotel – $8,000,000; Mitigation/Rebuild (Florida)

• Hotel – $5,000,000; Mitigation/Rebuild (New York)

• Resort – $2,000,000; Mitigation/Rebuild (Texas)

• City/Sheriff Buildings – $23,000,000; Mitigation (Louisiana)

• Office/Warehouse – $3,500,000; Mitigation/Rebuild (California)

• Document Company – $5,500,000; Mitigation (Texas)

• Healthcare – $3,000,000; Mitigation (Texas)

• Retail Strip Center – $2,500,000; Mitigation/Rebuild (Texas)