Southern Illinois is our home. From Marion to Harrisburg, from Belleville to Cairo, the families and communities we serve mean everything to us. But in recent years, the weather has seemed to turn against us. Violent storms are no longer rare events — they’ve become an all-too-common reality.
Each spring and summer, tornado sirens cut through the quiet nights. Thunderstorms that once brought welcome rain now arrive with damaging winds, baseball-sized hail, and relentless lightning. And more often than not, these storms spawn destructive tornadoes that rip through neighborhoods, destroy property, and leave families wondering what to do next.
At Integrity Services, Inc., we’ve witnessed the heartbreak these storms bring to Southern Illinois families. Time after time, we’ve seen homeowners struggle not just with the physical damage, but with the overwhelming stress of navigating the insurance claim process. That’s why we decided to step up, fill the gap, and create a division dedicated to helping our neighbors get through storm damage recovery with clarity, fairness, and peace of mind.
A Growing Need in Southern Illinois
Severe weather in our region is no longer limited to a single season. Storms can happen any time of the year, and they’re hitting harder than ever. Studies and insurance data show a steady increase in property damage from storms across the Midwest, and Southern Illinois has been particularly vulnerable.
Homeowners are facing challenges that go beyond cleaning up debris. They must file insurance claims, negotiate with adjusters, and fight to make sure all covered damages are accounted for. Too often, essential repairs get overlooked, leaving residents with incomplete compensation and homes that remain unsafe.
Caleb and Trevor Blumenstock, co-owners of Integrity Services, saw this pattern first-hand. They knew something had to change.
“We realized people didn’t just need a contractor — they needed an advocate,” explains Caleb Blumenstock.
“Our community deserves someone who can walk alongside them, fight for their rights, and make sure no detail is missed.”
Forensic Claim Analysis: Fighting for What’s Fair
One of the biggest frustrations homeowners face after storm damage is figuring out what their insurance policy actually covers. That’s where Integrity Services steps in with a forensic claim analysis service.
Our team takes a deep look at every aspect of the claim:
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What’s covered – making sure the policy benefits are fully applied.
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How much is covered – ensuring that dollar amounts reflect the true cost of materials and labor.
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What’s been missed – identifying overlooked damages that an adjuster may have failed to include.
By offering this service, Integrity Services levels the playing field. Instead of facing an insurance company alone, homeowners now have a team of experts standing behind them, making sure they’re treated fairly from start to finish.
Emergency Response: Protecting What Matters Most
When disaster strikes, immediate action is critical. Unsecured roofs, broken windows, and exposed siding can quickly lead to even greater damage from rain, pests, and looting. Integrity Services offers emergency boarding and tarping services to mitigate these risks.
“The first 24 hours are the most important,” says Trevor Blumenstock.
“If we can get a tarp on the roof or board up windows right away, we can prevent secondary damage and save homeowners thousands of dollars down the road.”
This rapid response not only protects homes, but also buys precious time for families to process what’s happened and begin making longer-term recovery plans.
Total Project Management: From Crisis to Completion
Beyond immediate repairs, Integrity Services acts as the general contractor for the entire restoration process. From roofing and siding to gutters and windows, we coordinate every detail so homeowners don’t have to juggle multiple contractors or endless phone calls.
Our clients appreciate having one trusted partner who manages it all:
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Insurance coordination
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Emergency mitigation (tarping, boarding)
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Contractor scheduling
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Material sourcing
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Final repairs and reconstruction
This “one call fixes it all” approach reduces stress and gets families back into their homes faster.
Integrity in Action
Southern Illinois is more than our market — it’s our family. We’ve built our business on trust, and our neighbors know that when we say we’ll handle something, we mean it.
The Storm Damage & Insurance Claims Division of Integrity Services was born out of necessity, but it continues out of love for our community. Every home we repair, every family we help, every claim we fight for represents another step toward making Southern Illinois stronger and more resilient.
So if you or someone you know has faced storm damage, don’t go it alone. Call Integrity Services. We’ll work with your adjuster, marshal the contractors you need, and stand by your side until the job is done.
Because when storms hit Southern Illinois, Integrity Services is here to make recovery simple.