Alpine Intel
Alpine Intel, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, provides a comprehensive suite of services including HVAC inspections, forensic engineering, and fire investigations, serving thousands of insurers, law firms, and corporations nationwide.
Overview of Alpine Intel
Alpine Intel is a multifaceted company that specializes in a range of professional services including HVAC inspections, forensic engineering, electrical inspections, fire investigations, component testing, and lightning verification. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Alpine Intel operates nationwide across all 50 states, serving thousands of national and regional P&C insurers, law firms, and corporations. The company's commitment to delivering the fastest cycle times for claims reporting with high integrity has established it as a trusted partner in the industry.
Alpine Intel Services
Alpine Intel offers an extensive suite of services designed to support a variety of claims and investigations. These include HVAC inspections, forensic engineering, electrical inspections, fire investigations, and component testing. The company also provides lightning verification reports, which confirm or exclude lightning’s presence for specific claims. Their services cater to both residential and commercial property claims, particularly those involving electronics and electrically powered specialty items. Additionally, Alpine Intel offers specialized intelligence for fires related to residential, commercial, industrial, and vehicle equipment through National Fire Experts.
Alpine Intel's Brands
Alpine Intel operates under several specialized brands to deliver its wide range of services. These include HVACi for HVAC inspections, StrikeCheck for electrical inspections and lightning verification, National Fire Experts for fire-related intelligence, Donan Engineering for forensic engineering services, and the Component Testing Laboratory. The Component Testing Laboratory, with locations in Simpsonville, KY, and Henderson, NV, is equipped with specialized inspection rooms and virtual inspection capabilities. These brands collectively enhance Alpine Intel's service delivery and expertise in their respective fields.
Alpine Intel's Industry Resources
Alpine Intel offers a comprehensive resource library to support industry professionals. This library includes webinars, guides, articles, and other materials that cover topics and perils frequently encountered in claims or that impact the insurance industry. These resources are designed to help adjusters better understand complex equipment and structural concerns, thereby improving their efficiency and accuracy in claim assessments. Notably, Alpine Intel released the HVACi 2023 Annual Claims Report highlighting increased risks in HVAC and refrigeration claims, and the StrikeCheck 2023 Annual Claims Report offering analyses of assessments for nearly 350 electrically powered items.
Acquisition of VRC Investigations
In 2024, Alpine Intel acquired VRC Investigations, a leading national fraud investigation firm. This acquisition expands Alpine Intel's capabilities in fraud investigation, further enhancing its service offerings. VRC Investigations’ expertise in fraud detection and prevention complements Alpine Intel's existing services, enabling the company to provide a more robust and comprehensive portfolio to its clients. This strategic acquisition underscores Alpine Intel's commitment to addressing the diverse needs of its clientele with integrity and efficiency.