We Don’t Work for the Insurance Company, We Work for You.
Get the full payout you deserve with a licensed public insurance adjuster on your side.
We Represent You
Not Your Insurance Company.
A public insurance adjuster is a licensed professional who represents your interests during the insurance claim process. Unlike the adjuster sent by your insurance company, we work independently to inspect the damage, assess the real cost of repairs, and negotiate on your behalf to get the compensation you deserve.
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How We Help You Get Paid Fairly
Independent Inspections
We perform a full on site damage inspection, not a rushed fly by or virtual estimate. Our job is to find everything that’s wrong so you can be fully compensated, not just what’s convenient for the insurer.
Detailed Documentation
We take professional photos, gather repair estimates, and build a comprehensive damage report. This documentation is designed to meet (and exceed) your insurance company's standards, so they can’t ignore the real cost of your loss.
Direct Negotiation
You won’t have to go back and forth with your insurance adjuster, we do it for you. From handling lowball offers to disputing denied claims, we negotiate directly with the insurance company so you don’t have to.
Types of Claims We Specialize In
If your home was damaged and your payout feels low, we’re the team you call next.
Illinois Homeowners Trust Us to Get It Right
No pressure, no upfront fees
Licensed, experienced, and independent
Local to Elk Grove Village & surrounding areas
We don’t get paid unless you do
Think Your Claim Was Lowballed or Denied? Let’s Take a Second Look.
We’ll review your insurance claim, inspect your damage, and show you what your policy really covers. No cost, no obligation.
Based in Elk Grove Village, 2nd Look Adjusters proudly serves homeowners in Elk Grove Village, Yorkville, Plainfield, Palos Heights, Tinley Park, Elmhurst, Lombard, Villa Park, Waukegan, Zion, Vernon Hills, Winthrop Harbor, and surrounding areas across Cook, DuPage, Lake, and Kendall Counties. Call 224-217-2111 today for your free public adjuster consultation.
Meet Your Public Insurance Adjuster
Jerry Petracek
Public Insurance Adjuster
2nd Look Adjusters
Email: jerry.p@2ndlookadjusters.com
License: Public Adjuster License #20299292
I have been in the home improvement industry for over 16 year from selling windows and doors for Illinois Energy to venturing into interior flooring and window coverings working with a Home Depot service provider. I became a licensed realtor in the state of Illinois for Illinois real estate partners and then decided I wanted to help people protect their biggest investment and fight property insurance claims. Starting off as a contractor I was hungry to help clients even more and decided to get my Public Insurance Adjuster license in Illinois. With this certification I am able to work with clients and interpret policies and provide the best assistance on any insurance claim. I am a family man with a fiancé and 2 kids and I can understand hardships. I work diligently to resolve claims so you and your family don't have to worry about uncertainty.
Commercial Offices
Installation and maintenance
On-Site Public Adjusters In Northern Illinois
- Elk Grove Village
- Yorkville
- Plainfield
- Palos Heights
- Tinley Park
- Elmhurst
- Lombard
- Villa Park
- Waukegan
- Zion
- Vernon Hills
- Winthrop Harbor
- Surrounding Areas
