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- Serves West New York: Yes — statewide in New Jersey. A licensed Homeland public adjuster comes to your property. Call (201) 734-3777.
- Homeland Public Adjusters Corporation: New Jersey public adjuster firm license 3003982360
- Yeni Martinez, President: New Jersey public adjuster license 3003714097
- Yisel Dieguez: Licensed public adjuster and Xactimate estimator, New Jersey 3003714335
- Reputation: 5.0★ on Google · BBB Accredited Business, A+ rating
- Since 2006: Homeland Public Adjusters, Corp. was incorporated in Florida on December 11, 2006. Our President, Yeni Martinez, has held Florida public adjuster license P103370 since 2007. When Florida began requiring adjusting firms to hold their own firm license (a 2021 law, Senate Bill 1598; DFS began licensing adjusting firms in November 2021), Homeland was issued firm license W818638 on January 11, 2022. On November 10, 2026, Homeland became a BBB Accredited Business (BBB Serving Southeast Florida & the Caribbean), with an A+ rating.
- English and Spanish. Office: 8004 NW 154th Street, Suite 609, Miami Lakes, FL 33016 (visits by appointment). New Jersey (732) 517-3777 · Florida (305) 783-3777, 24/7.
How It Works: 5 Steps
- Call Homeland first. Call (305) 783-3777 in Florida or (732) 517-3777 in New Jersey, 24/7, in English or Spanish, before you sign anything or throw anything out.
- A licensed adjuster comes to you. A licensed Homeland public adjuster comes to your property and inspects, photographs and measures the damage.
- We document and file the claim. We write a line-item estimate, report the claim for you, or re-open a claim that was denied, underpaid or closed.
- We negotiate with your insurer. We meet the insurer’s adjuster, present the full claim and negotiate it, start to finish. You don’t have to deal with the insurer alone.
- You get paid. Payment goes to you, and our fee is explained in your written agreement before you hire us, within the limits state law sets. No Recovery, No Fee.
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Hudson County Storm and Claim History
- Hurricane Sandy made landfall near Atlantic City, NJ, on October 29, 2012, and drove major storm surge up the Hudson River along the Hudson County waterfront, flooding low-lying sections of neighboring Hoboken, Jersey City, and Weehawken and forcing mandatory evacuation orders in parts of the county.
- Hudson County was named by Governor Chris Christie among the four northern New Jersey counties included in his request for an expedited federal disaster declaration, and the storm caused widespread, multi-day power outages across Hudson County's waterfront municipalities, including West New York, North Bergen, Weehawken, and Bayonne.
- Statewide, NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information estimated New Jersey's total Sandy damage at $29.4 billion.
- Hudson County was one of the first eight New Jersey counties designated for FEMA Individual Assistance when the federal major disaster for Hurricane Sandy was declared on October 30, 2012.
- The remnants of Ida dropped up to 8.72 inches of rain in Hudson County, at Harrison, on September 1–2, 2021, according to the Office of the New Jersey State Climatologist.
Insurance Claims We Handle in West New York
Hurricane & Wind Damage
Wind, rain intrusion, roof and structural damage from hurricanes and tropical storms in West New York.
Flood Damage
Storm surge and flood losses in West New York, with help navigating NFIP and private flood policies.
Fire Damage
Structural fire damage as well as damage caused by heat, smoke, and soot.
Water Damage
Broken pipes, plumbing failures, leaks and water intrusion in West New York homes, condos and businesses.
Winter Storm & Roof Damage
Ice dam, snow-load roof collapse, and frozen pipe damage from winter storms in New Jersey.
Theft & Vandalism Damage
Documentation of malicious property damage, stolen property, and related covered losses.
Business & Commercial
Claim support for West New York businesses and commercial property owners.
Condo & HOA Associations
Master policy claims for West New York condo and HOA boards and managers.
Renters
Belongings and living expenses when your landlord insures only the building.
Other Claims
For insured clients: vehicle impact, lightning, falling trees and objects, sinkholes, and other events potentially covered by the applicable policy.
Denied & Underpaid
Review of claim decisions, estimates, documentation, and potentially overlooked or disputed damage.
Landlords & Rental Properties
Building damage, loss of rents and tenant-caused damage claims for West New York rental owners.
Not sure which claim fits?
Call us 24/7. Florida (305) 783-3777. New Jersey (201) 734-3777.
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Adjuster Advantage™ is Homeland's free prep and advocacy app for property owners. West New York owners can understand their policy, keep records ready, prepare before storm season, and have a licensed Homeland public adjuster assigned to their account. Prep tools are available in all 50 states, with adjuster support in Florida and New Jersey.
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A West New York Claims Team Working for Policyholders
Since 2006, Homeland Public Adjusters has stood with property owners, not insurance companies. We serve West New York, available 24/7 by phone. Our team combines claim experience, detailed loss documentation, policy review, estimating, and persistent advocacy to help clients through a process that can quickly become complicated.
Professional Standards & Industry Resources
Homeland stays connected to the standards, regulations, and resources that shape public adjusting and property insurance. These include the Florida Department of Financial Services, Division of Consumer Services, Florida Statutes Chapter 626, and FAPIA (Florida Association of Public Insurance Adjusters).
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West New York Property Damage? Help Is Available 24/7
After a hurricane, major storm, fire, water loss, or other damaging event, the first priority is safety. Once conditions allow, documenting what happened becomes a crucial part of the claim. West New York property owners can reach Homeland anytime they need guidance.
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West New York Public Adjuster FAQs
West New York property owners often have questions about when to involve a public adjuster, what happens after damage is discovered, and how representation fits into an insurance claim. Here are answers to common questions. Contact us for a free claim review.
Does Homeland handle water damage claims in West New York apartments and condos?▶
Yes. Hudson County has seen Sandy’s storm surge and Ida’s record rain, and in multi-unit buildings water often moves between units and shared systems. Homeland documents the damage for owners, renters and associations and handles the claim; call our local line 24/7 at (201) 734-3777.
Does Homeland handle storm and hurricane-related claims in West New York?▶
Yes. Storm, wind and water claims are among the losses Homeland handles. Hudson County, like the rest of New Jersey, can be affected by the remnants of hurricanes and tropical storms, as the region experienced during Hurricane Sandy in 2012.
Is Homeland a licensed public adjuster in New Jersey?▶
Yes. Homeland Public Adjusters Corporation holds New Jersey public adjuster firm license No. 3003982360 from the Department of Banking and Insurance. The insurance adjusters NJ carriers send to West New York properties work for the insurer; as licensed public insurance adjusters, we work only for the policyholder. See what a New Jersey public adjuster license requires.
Who is the best public adjuster in West New York?▶
Judge every firm the same way: an active New Jersey public adjuster license, a named adjuster on your file, the fee in writing before you sign, and real results and reviews. Homeland: New Jersey firm license 3003982360, named licensed adjusters, serving property owners since 2006, and English and Spanish. A licensed adjuster comes to your property in West New York.
Who is actually going to handle my case?▶
A licensed Homeland public adjuster, named to you on the first call. In New Jersey that is Yeni Martinez, President (New Jersey public adjuster license 3003714097), or Yisel Dieguez, licensed public adjuster and Xactimate estimator (New Jersey 3003714335). Both are listed under Verify Homeland.
What percentage do you charge?▶
Homeland explains its fee in your written agreement before you sign, so you know it up front, along with your right to cancel. No recovery, no fee. How New Jersey regulates public adjuster fees: New Jersey fees.
Can you get me more money from my insurance?▶
We document every dollar your policy owes and negotiate for the full amount. What we do: inspect and document all the damage, write a line-item estimate, compare it with the insurer’s, and negotiate the claim for you, start to finish. See our published results.
Is there a public adjuster near me in West New York?▶
Yes. A licensed Homeland public adjuster comes to your property in West New York and anywhere in New Jersey, including North Bergen and Union City, so you don’t need to visit an office. Call (201) 734-3777, 24/7, in English or Spanish.
My insurance won’t pay. Who do I call?▶
A licensed public adjuster can still help, and underpaid, denied and closed claims are a big part of what we do. We review the insurer’s letter and estimate, inspect the damage and present the full claim. Read Insurance denied or lowballed your claim? Every option, compared.
Someone told me about Homeland. Are they any good?▶
Don’t take our word for it; check us. Every Homeland license is listed under Verify Homeland: firm license 3003982360 in New Jersey, named licensed adjusters, BBB Accredited Business with an A+ rating, serving property owners since 2006. Read the results and reviews, and ask us who will handle your claim before you sign.
Can I see results from claims like mine?▶
Yes. Our results and reviews page shows published claim results by type of damage and area, with client reviews. Ask us on the first call about claims similar to yours.
Water got into my house. Who can help?▶
If you safely can, stop the water and take photos and video before you clean up. Then call a licensed public adjuster. Homeland handles water damage claims in West New York: burst pipes, AC leaks, roof leaks and flooding. We document the damage, check which policy applies and handle the claim for you. Call (201) 734-3777, 24/7.
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Storm history near West New York
Since 1851, 20 tropical storms and hurricanes have passed within 50 miles of West New York, 2 of them hurricanes at their closest point, plus 12 tropical depressions and post-tropical storms. The strongest at its closest point was Unnamed hurricane (1893), a Category 1 hurricane 8 miles away. Scroll to follow the storms that shaped the area.
Ida · 2021
At its closest point on September 2, 2021, Ida was a post-tropical storm about 35 miles from West New York, with winds near 45 mph.
Irene · 2011
At its closest point on August 28, 2011, Irene was a tropical storm about 5 miles from West New York, with winds near 60 mph.
Hanna · 2008
At its closest point on September 7, 2008, Hanna was a tropical storm about 24 miles from West New York, with winds near 50 mph.
Gloria · 1985
At its closest point on September 27, 1985, Gloria was a Category 1 hurricane about 39 miles from West New York, with winds near 85 mph.
Unnamed hurricane · 1893
At its closest point on August 24, 1893, Unnamed hurricane was a Category 1 hurricane about 8 miles from West New York, with winds near 85 mph.
All 32 storms within 50 miles
| Year | Storm | At closest point | Distance | Winds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Ida | Post-tropical storm | 35 mi | 45 mph |
| 2011 | Irene | Tropical storm | 5 mi | 60 mph |
| 2008 | Hanna | Tropical storm | 24 mi | 50 mph |
| 2000 | Gordon | Post-tropical storm | 40 mi | 30 mph |
| 1999 | Floyd | Tropical storm | 30 mi | 60 mph |
| 1996 | Bertha | Tropical storm | 14 mi | 70 mph |
| 1988 | Chris | Post-tropical storm | 15 mi | 25 mph |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 1 hurricane | 39 mi | 85 mph |
| 1976 | Belle | Tropical storm | 39 mi | 70 mph |
| 1972 | Agnes | Post-tropical storm | 19 mi | 60 mph |
| 1971 | Doria | Tropical storm | 6 mi | 60 mph |
| 1968 | Unnamed storm | Tropical storm | 39 mi | 65 mph |
| 1968 | Candy | Post-tropical storm | 47 mi | 30 mph |
| 1961 | Unnamed storm | Tropical storm | 39 mi | 60 mph |
| 1960 | Brenda | Tropical storm | 23 mi | 60 mph |
| 1955 | Diane | Tropical storm | 15 mi | 45 mph |
| 1952 | Able | Tropical storm | 35 mi | 55 mph |
| 1945 | Unnamed storm | Post-tropical storm | 14 mi | 30 mph |
| 1934 | Unnamed storm | Post-tropical storm | 27 mi | 45 mph |
| 1924 | Unnamed storm | Post-tropical storm | 6 mi | 70 mph |
| 1915 | Unnamed storm | Post-tropical storm | 16 mi | 60 mph |
| 1900 | Unnamed storm | Post-tropical storm | 32 mi | 40 mph |
| 1893 | Unnamed storm | Tropical storm | 47 mi | 65 mph |
| 1893 | Unnamed hurricane | Category 1 hurricane | 8 mi | 85 mph |
| 1888 | Unnamed storm | Post-tropical storm | 36 mi | 40 mph |
| 1888 | Unnamed storm | Tropical storm | 33 mi | 45 mph |
| 1882 | Unnamed storm | Tropical storm | 49 mi | 45 mph |
| 1874 | Unnamed storm | Tropical storm | 13 mi | 70 mph |
| 1872 | Unnamed storm | Tropical storm | 17 mi | 45 mph |
| 1866 | Unnamed storm | Post-tropical storm | 5 mi | 60 mph |
| 1863 | Unnamed storm | Tropical storm | 13 mi | 50 mph |
| 1861 | Unnamed storm | Tropical storm | 21 mi | 60 mph |
Federal disaster declarations covering Hudson County
Since 1971, FEMA has issued 18 federal declarations covering Hudson County for storms, floods, winter weather, freezes and fires.
- September 5, 2021 · Remnants of Hurricane Ida · Major disaster (DR-4614)
- September 2, 2021 · Remnants of Hurricane Ida · Emergency (EM-3573)
- March 14, 2016 · Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm · Major disaster (DR-4264)
- October 30, 2012 · Hurricane Sandy · Major disaster (DR-4086)
- October 28, 2012 · Hurricane Sandy · Emergency (EM-3354)
- August 31, 2011 · Hurricane Irene · Major disaster (DR-4021)
- August 27, 2011 · Hurricane Irene · Emergency (EM-3332)
- February 4, 2011 · Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm · Major disaster (DR-1954)
All 18 declarations
- April 26, 2007 · Severe Storms and Inland and Coastal Flooding · Major disaster (DR-1694)
- September 19, 2005 · Hurricane Katrina Evacuation · Emergency (EM-3257)
- March 20, 2003 · Snow · Emergency (EM-3181)
- September 19, 2001 · Fires and Explosions · Emergency (EM-3169)
- September 17, 1999 · Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations · Emergency (EM-3148)
- November 19, 1996 · Severe Storms and Flooding · Major disaster (DR-1145)
- January 13, 1996 · Blizzard of 96 (Severe Snow Storm) · Major disaster (DR-1088)
- March 17, 1993 · Severe Blizzard · Emergency (EM-3106)
- December 18, 1992 · Coastal Storm, High Tides, Heavy Rain, & Flooding · Major disaster (DR-973)
- September 4, 1971 · Heavy Rains & Flooding · Major disaster (DR-310)
Sources: National Hurricane Center, HURDAT2 Atlantic best track, 1851–2025; OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries; U.S. Census Bureau boundaries. Distance is to the storm’s center at its closest point; damage reaches well beyond the center. Older tracks are less precise.
West New York Public Adjusters
Homeland serves West New York property owners, available 24/7 by phone at (305) 783-3777 (Florida) and (201) 734-3777 (New Jersey). We handle claims across all of Florida and New Jersey, including nearby Hudson County communities such as Hoboken, Weehawken, Secaucus and Guttenberg.
West New York resources after a property loss
The offices a West New York property owner deals with after a loss, from permit history (the first thing an insurer questions on a roof) to the county's storm response. All official Hudson County and state sources.
- Building permits and inspections
- Property records and assessed value
- Emergency management
- National Weather Service forecast office
- State insurance consumer help
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