Hawkeye Consulting
and Claim Service
Formal appraisal and neutral umpire services to resolve property claim disputes and secure fair, evidence‑based valuations.
Pre‑litigation and litigation support, including forensic estimating, inspections, and expert witness testimony to help you dismantle carrier defenses.
Choose Your HCCS Service Path
Start with Analysis for pre‑litigation claim review and expert support, or go to Appraisal for formal valuation .
The Insider's Edge in Property Claim Consulting
Precision. Integrity. Resolution.
The Standard in Professional Claim Advocacy
In an increasingly complex insurance landscape, a standard estimate is rarely enough to ensure a fair outcome. Hawkeye Consulting and Claim Services (HCCS) was founded to bring "other-side-of-the-desk"
industry expertise to policyholders, contractors, and legal counsel.
Led by Dan Lewis, our firm provides the technical rigor and forensic insight required to navigate valuation disputes with total confidence.
Whether you are seeking a binding resolution to a stalled claim or a meticulous forensic analysis of property damage, HCCS provides the professional framework to ensure your settlement is grounded in facts, building codes, and policy truth.
We believe in moving forward with a clear plan. Our process starts with a comprehensive fact-finding phase to understand your claim.
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Expert Analysis: We offer a no-cost consultation to discuss the facts and potential outcomes.
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Honest Advice: We help you determine if proceeding is your best move—if it’s not in your best interest, we’ll tell you.
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Total Transparency: From beginning to end, we remain responsive and professional with everyone involved.
Clarity Through Consultation
A Partnership Defined by Transparency
Effective communication is a standard we never compromise. We understand that navigating an insurance dispute can be complex, which is why we provide a single, dedicated point of contact to manage your journey from initial review to final award. Your designated advocate ensures you are never left guessing about the status of your resolution.
Our goal is a resolution that leaves nothing to chance. We define success as achieving a mutual agreement on the scope of damage that truly reflects the reality of your loss. We are dedicated to ensuring you have the resources required to return your property to its original condition. With a proven history in Illinois and Iowa, Hawkeye provides the expertise and steady hand needed to bring your claim to a successful close.
A Commitment to Proper Restoration
Predictability in Pricing
A fair process starts with upfront pricing. We prioritize a fixed-fee model for our services, ensuring that once we commit to a price, it will not increase.
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Guaranteed Fees: Most residential assignments are handled with a single, transparent fixed fee.
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Complex Assignments: For specialized cases—including commercial projects, fire, or water damage—we provide custom pricing based on the scope and technical demands of the claim.
Services & Solutions
Hawkeye provides expert claim support focused on resolving valuation disputes with technical accuracy and professional integrity. By strictly adhering to policy terms and industry standards, we ensure a clear, efficient path to a fair outcome. Whether the dispute is over price or scope, we provide the independent oversight needed to reach a binding resolution.
Why Homeowners Call Dan
For a homeowner, an insurance claim isn't just a file—it’s the future of their property. While a typical contractor focuses on the build, Dan focuses on the valuation. He bridges the gap between what your insurance company wants to pay and what it actually costs to restore your home.
Homeowners turn to Dan when they need:
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A Level Playing Field: You shouldn’t have to negotiate against a multi-billion dollar corporation alone. Dan’s "insider" knowledge strips away the mystery of insurance protocols, putting the power back in your hands.
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Technical Accuracy: Dan identifies the "invisible" costs—building code requirements, structural nuances, and material matches—that standard adjusters often overlook but are essential for a proper repair.
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Freedom from the Stalemate: If you feel stuck between a low insurance check and a high contractor bid, Dan provides the professional authority needed to break the deadlock and move your project forward.
Daniel B. Lewis
Founder & CEO
Dan Lewis - Founder & Principal Consultant | Hawkeye Consulting and Claim Service
The “Insider” Edge for Policyholder Advocacy
Dan spent years working inside the insurance industry, mastering how carriers estimate, adjust, and too often undervalue property damage claims. Today, he uses that other-side-of-the-desk perspective to level the playing field for policyholders and their legal counsel.
Why Attorneys Call Dan
Unlike a standard contractor or adjuster, Dan views every property through a forensic and legal lens. He understands that a winning case is built on more than just a high estimate; it’s built on undeniable documentation and industry-standard authority.
His deep familiarity with carrier-side software (including Xactimate), internal claims-handling protocols, and common denial tactics helps uncover the line items and building code issues that insurance companies routinely minimize or ignore.
The Expert Behind
Hawkeye Consulting and Claim Service
With years spent inside the insurance industry, Dan understands the carrier-side software, pricing assumptions, and line items adjusters are trained to minimize or overlook.
Insider Knowledge
Litigation-Ready
Hawkeye’s estimates are built as evidence, not just numbers. Each forensic report is structured to stand up to depositions, mediations, and trial.
Faster Resolutions
Through formal Appraisal or expert testimony, Hawkeye brings credible authority that helps move files toward fair settlements and successful recoveries.