Jerry (Gerald) O. Bird

Large Loss Adjuster | Public Insurance Adjuster | Construction Expert
BESI Level 2, CPIA
GA: 2651454 TN: 2333765
OK: 100153586 TX: 1645484

Jerry Bird is a highly experienced insurance adjuster, appraiser, and construction expert with over 30 years of comprehensive industry experience. Based in Texas, he holds an All Lines Adjuster license in the state and serves as a Public Adjuster in multiple states, including Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin.

Jerry’s expertise in property claims adjusting encompasses both commercial and residential losses, with particular strength in high-value, complex claims. His impressive track record includes managing multimillion-dollar claims exceeding $175 million in complex property damages, $40 million in content claims, business interruption, loss of use, extra expense, and equipment/boiler losses. This extensive experience with large-loss claims demonstrates his ability to handle the most challenging and sophisticated insurance matters.

As a CPIA-certified appraiser and umpire with over 10 years of experience in these specialized roles, Jerry provides independent valuation and dispute resolution services when claims require neutral third-party assessment. His expertise extends to serving as an expert witness in construction and storm damage cases, where he has provided depositions in multiple court proceedings, lending his technical knowledge to legal proceedings involving complex property damage disputes.

Jerry’s commitment to professional development and industry leadership is evidenced by his extensive involvement in professional organizations. He served four years on the WIND membership and professional designation committee, seven years on the TAPIA (Texas Association of Public Insurance Adjusters) membership committee, and maintains active memberships in RMAPIA (Rocky Mountain Association of Public Insurance Adjusters), GAPIA (Georgia Association of Public Insurance Adjusters), FAPIA (Florida Association of Public Insurance Adjusters), and CPIA (Certified Property Insurance Appraisers).

His construction background spans a remarkable 50 years, encompassing projects from handyman work and custom-built homes to mega-scale power plant construction, including nuclear facilities. Jerry has owned and operated restoration companies, floor-covering stores, and environmental cleanup businesses, managing teams of up to 50 personnel. His specialized roles have included construction superintendent for power plants, lead welding engineer for nuclear outage operations in Florida, and primary welding engineer on various
industrial sites.

Jerry’s technical expertise includes comprehensive knowledge of ASME/AWS codes, QA/QC inspections, heat treating, and system design solutions. He particularly excels in complicated and unusual projects, applying his BESI Level 2 Building Envelope Inspector certification to enhance his in-depth knowledge of construction materials, systems, and designs. This combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience enables him to assess complex building failures and develop appropriate repair strategies.

His educational credentials include an Associate of Science in Aviation Technology, a Bachelor of Science in Welding Engineering Technology, and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology. Jerry is highly proficient in Xactimate software with over 30 years of experience and maintains numerous specialized certifications, including Haag Roof, California Earthquake, NFIP Flood, TWIA/Texas FAIR, and complete ServiceMaster certifications in water, fire, and mold remediation.

Jerry’s approach to professional development includes consistently exceeding continuing education requirements to stay current with evolving insurance and construction trends. His commitment to ongoing learning ensures that his expertise remains current with industry best practices and emerging technologies that impact property assessment and restoration.

Known throughout the industry for his excellent work ethic, personable demeanor, and broad multidisciplinary knowledge, Jerry thrives in the dynamic insurance claims environment. His ability to deliver expert solutions across all types of policies and projects, combined with his extensive construction background and technical expertise, makes him an invaluable resource for complex property claims requiring specialized knowledge
and experience.