Our Team
Get to Know Our Team of Expert Insurance Claim Professionals: Leaders in Advocacy, Integrity, and Results
PATRICK H. GARRETT
SPPA, AIC, GENERAL CONTRACTOR
JAMES A. GARRETT
PUBLIC ADJUSTER & APPRAISER
MARY WARE
PUBLIC ADJUSTER
KENDRA PARRY WILLIAMS
ACCOUNTING & PUBLIC ADJUSTER
GWEN GARRETT MARLOW
CLAIMS ASSISTANT
SUMMARY
Professional Affiliations Seminars Windstorm Insurance Conference – Windstorm Insurance Network, Inc. – 1999-Present Windstorm Insurance Conference – Windstorm Insurance Network, Inc. – Speaker 2003 Windstorm Insurance Conference – Windstorm Insurance Network, Inc. – Umpire Certification 2012 Windstorm Insurance Conference – Windstorm Insurance Network, Inc. – Appraiser Certification 2014 Certified insurance Counselors – Commercial Casualty 2000 National Flood Insurance Program – CCI and General Flood Approved Florida Windstorm Certification Program – 2000 CLE International, – Speaker 2002 Cam-Tech School of Construction – 2004 CE Florida Contractor’ School – 2006-present CE BOMA of Tampa Bay – Speaker 2007 Licenses & Designations Certified General Contractor – Florida 1504657 – 2002 Senior Professional Public Adjuster (SPPA) – The Insurance Institute of America – 2013 Associate in Claims (AIC) – The Insurance Institutes of America – 2004 State of Florida All-Lines) – Public Adjuster A093884, 1995-Present Additional states licensed to practice: Georgia , South Carolina, North Carolina, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, New Jersey & New York Articles & Features Tampa Tribune, – August 2005 Florida Community Association Journal, – July 2007
Patrick H. Garrett’s journey in the insurance restoration sector began alongside his father, who owned a construction firm exclusively serving insurance companies.
Experience Highlights:
- Over 35 years in construction and insurance industries.
- Expertise in managing diverse insurance claims, including those related to windstorms, floods, sinkholes, water damage, collapses, fires, and more.
- Proficient in handling various personal and business claims, such as personal property inventories, business interruption, rental income, and additional living expenses.
- Extensive involvement in managing claims arising from natural disasters, including numerous hurricanes affecting Florida.
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communications from the University of South Florida (1994).
Professional Background:
- President of Garrett Claims Group since 1995.
- Appointed Insurance Appraiser and Civil-court expert witness since 1998.
- Previous experience in the Florida construction industry.
Professional Affiliations and Licenses:
- Active involvement in seminars and certifications related to windstorm insurance, flood insurance, and construction.
- Holds licenses and designations including Certified General Contractor in Florida, Senior Professional Public Adjuster (SPPA), Associate in Claims (AIC), and State of Florida All-Lines Public Adjuster.
Articles & Features:
- Featured in Tampa Tribune and Florida Community Association Journal.
- Regularly sought for media interviews.
Patrick Garrett’s vast experience, spanning generations, coupled with his industry expertise and qualifications, ensures unparalleled representation for policyholders. His firm, Garrett Claims Group, serves clients across coastal states, providing expert assistance in navigating insurance claims and resolving property-related issues.