Field Documentation
Every engagement begins with field documentation — photographic evidence, measurements, and on-site observations.
About Us
Independent. Objective. Professional.
An independent property damage appraisal and estimating firm providing accurate, well-documented claim support.
Who We Are
National Claims Solutions (NCS) is an appraisal and estimating firm providing property damage assessments, estimating, scope review, and claim consulting.
NCS serves every party in a property damage claim without representing any single side — see how below.
Our professionals bring field experience, estimating expertise, and a thorough understanding of the property damage claim process across residential and commercial losses.
Serving All Claim Participants
Policyholders & Property Owners
Insurance Carriers
Attorneys & Legal Teams
Contractors & Restoration Firms
Our Approach
NCS follows a consistent, professional process on every engagement to ensure reliable, defensible, and well-supported findings.
Professional Estimating
Estimates are built from field documentation using industry-standard pricing databases — producing consistent, defensible numbers.
Objective Reporting
Findings are presented in clear, organized reports that help all parties understand the scope, extent, and cost of the damage.
What We Stand For
Independence
NCS operates independently of insurance carriers, contractors, legal firms, and other claim participants.
Objectivity
Our evaluations reflect documented facts, not the interests or positions of any particular party.
Professionalism
NCS professionals follow structured processes and deliver findings in a clear and organized manner.
Accuracy
Precision matters in property damage assessment. NCS is committed to producing accurate, well-supported findings on every engagement.
Transparency
NCS communicates clearly with all parties and presents findings in formats that are easy to understand and review.
Integrity
NCS maintains the highest standards of professional conduct in every aspect of our work.
Who NCS Serves
NCS provides independent evaluation and claim support services to all parties involved in the property damage claim process.
Policyholders
Homeowners and commercial policyholders seeking independent assessment of property damage with objective, well-documented findings.
Insurance Carriers
Carriers seeking independent damage verification, scope review, or estimate review services for accurate and defensible claim resolution.
Attorneys & Legal Teams
Legal professionals requiring independent appraisal or damage analysis support for complex, contested, or litigated property damage claims.
Contractors & Restoration Firms
Contractors seeking independent scope review and estimate documentation to support accurate and well-supported repair scopes.
Leadership
Leadership & Professional Qualifications
National Claims Solutions is led by a founder with professional experience in property damage assessment, estimating, and claim support, backed by verified industry credentials.
Zohar "Zack" Hamer
Founder & Insurance Claim Appraiser
As the founder of National Claims Solutions, Zohar "Zack" Hamer is committed to delivering independent property damage appraisals and professional estimating services with accuracy, integrity, and objectivity. His focus is on providing well-documented evaluations that support clear communication and informed decision-making throughout the claims process.
Why National Claims Solutions Was Founded
National Claims Solutions was founded to provide an independent and objective resource for property damage appraisal and estimating. Recognizing the need for accurate documentation, professional estimating, and clear communication throughout the claims process, NCS was established to deliver well-supported evaluations based on industry standards and factual analysis.
From the beginning, the mission has been to promote transparency, professionalism, and consistency by providing reliable property damage assessments that help all parties better understand the scope and documentation of a claim.
Professional Credentials & Qualifications
Verified certifications held by NCS leadership, supporting the firm's professional standards.
Certified Property Insurance Appraiser & Umpire
Certified Property Insurance Appraiser
IICRC Certifications
- Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT)
- Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Technician (FSRT)
- Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT)
- Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT)
Only verified credentials are listed above. Additional certifications, licenses, and professional memberships will be added as they are issued and confirmed.