Property Damage to Non-Attached Garage

[Kevin Sage]

Dear BP Members,

A couple weeks ago, the non-attached garage my rental property was damaged. The garage appears to have been run into by a vehicle that knocked the wood framing off of the slab causing it to lean and making it unsafe to use. I had a known contractor inspect the garage and it was their suggestion to demo the garage for $3,500-4,000. I have a copy of the police report citing the damage and the suspect being unknown. I have talked to my insurance company and am unsure if I should make a claim for the demo or pay out of pocket. If anyone has an advice on the best way to proceed, it would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance,

Kevin