Evans says it's important not to file frivolous requests for a map change from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the government agency overseeing the flood-map program. As a result, none of Evans' requests has been turned down. "FEMA appreciates the input to their model," he says, noting that it provides more detail for their maps. "They know our firm."
"David Sumner with IRMS Insurance in Naples, says he's working with J.R. Evans to remove two buildings from a high-risk zone to save the owners $10,000 in premiums. "You really need the expertise of an engineer," Sumner says. It's a process and you've go to know who to talk to," says Sumner, who has referred clients to JR Evans. "That's a key component".
Article by Jean Gruss - Business Observer - Friday, Nov 8, 2013 http://www.businessobserverfl.com/section/detail/out-of-the-zone/