Home, Farm & Business Claims

Declan Gleeson, Loss Assessor

If you are dealing with a home, farm or business insurance claim, Declan Gleeson acts for you, not your insurance company. Declan is a Certified Insurance Practitioner (CIP) with 18+ years’ experience in the insurance, building and agricultural industries, most recently adjusting technical domestic, agricultural and commercial claims. Declan helps homeowners, farmers and businesses across Limerick and the western counties prepare, present and negotiate their insurance claims to secure the settlement they are entitled to.

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About Declan

Background and experience

Declan Gleeson is a Loss Assessor with OMC Claims, covering Limerick and the western counties. He is a Certified Insurance Practitioner (CIP) with more than 18 years’ experience across insurance, building and agriculture.

He joined OMC Claims in 2025 after several years at Sedgwick Ireland, adjusting technical domestic, agricultural and commercial claims.

Declan advises clients on prevention, policy coverage, liability, negotiation and settlement.

At a glance:

18+ years in insurance, building and agriculture
1 year acting for policyholders as a Loss Assessor
Certified Insurance Practitioner (CIP)
With OMC Claims since 2025

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Why Declan

Building and agricultural expertise, working for you

Declan’s background across insurance, building and agriculture means he can assess a claim with practical knowledge of construction and farm operations, not just policy wording.

His years adjusting technical domestic and agricultural claims for insurers mean he knows exactly where settlement offers tend to fall short of what a policyholder is entitled to.

Expertise

Fire Damage Claim

Fire damage often extends beyond the visible burn area. We assess structural, contents and smoke-related damage, prepare your claim and negotiate with your insurer to help secure a full settlement.

Fire Damage Claims

Water Damage Claim

From burst pipes to escape of water, we identify the full extent of the damage, document the loss and manage your claim through to settlement.

Water Damage Claims

Oil Leak Claim

Oil leaks can create complex contamination and remediation issues. We arrange the right evidence, manage the claim process and negotiate with your insurer on your behalf.

Oil Leak Claims

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Flood Damage Claim

Flood claims often involve drying, strip-out, reinstatement and hidden damage. We assess the full impact and make sure your claim reflects the true cost of recovery.

Flood Damage Claims

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Smoke Damage Claim

Smoke and soot can spread throughout a property. We assess affected rooms, contents and surfaces, then prepare and negotiate your smoke damage claim with your insurer.

Smoke Damage Claims

Storm Damage Claim

Storm damage can affect roofs, windows, drainage and external structures. We inspect the damage, gather the evidence and present your claim clearly to your insurer.

Storm Damage Claims

Subsidence Claim

Subsidence claims need careful investigation and technical evidence. We manage the process from inspection and reporting through to insurer negotiation and settlement.

Subsidence Claims

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Business Interruption Claim

When property damage disrupts trading, we help quantify lost income, fixed costs and additional expenses so your business interruption claim reflects the true financial impact.

Business Interruption Claims

Major and Complex Loss Claims

For high-value or disputed property claims, we provide senior loss assessor support, technical evidence and detailed negotiation from first instruction through to final settlement.

Major and Complex Loss Claims

Where Declan works

Loss assessor support across Limerick and the western counties

Declan covers Limerick and the western counties, including Clare and Galway. He assesses the damage at your property in person, so wherever you are in the region you have a senior assessor on site and acting for you from the start.

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Backed by OMC Claims

You are backed by a regulated firm, not just one assessor

When you work with Declan, you have the full weight of OMC Claims behind you. We are one of Ireland’s longest established firms of loss assessors, regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland and part of the Fexco group.

We act for policyholders, never for insurers. That has been our position from the start and it shapes how every claim is handled. Behind Declan sits a technical team and 24/7 nationwide support, so whatever the size or complexity of your claim, the right expertise is there when you need it.

OMC Claims at a glance:

Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland
Part of the Fexco group
Acting only for policyholders
24/7 nationwide support

What our clients say

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have a question that isn't covered here, call us on 1800 29 39 40.

Does Declan cover my area?

Declan covers Limerick and the western counties, Galway, Clare & Tipperary. OMC Claims also provides loss assessor support nationwide.

What types of claims does Declan handle?

Declan handles domestic, agricultural and commercial claims, including fire, flood, storm and water damage, oil leak and subsidence.

What is the difference between Declan and the insurer's loss adjuster?

A loss adjuster is appointed by the insurer and acts in its interest. Declan, as a loss assessor, acts only for you, the policyholder, preparing and negotiating your claim to secure your full entitlement.

Is the first consultation free?

Yes. Declan offers a free initial consultation with no obligation. Call 1800 29 39 40 or request a consultation through the contact form.

How do I get in touch with Declan?

Call Declan directly on 087 0545 159, email [email protected], or request a free consultation through the contact form. The first conversation is free and there is no obligation to proceed.

Is OMC Claims regulated?

Yes. OMC Claims is the trading name of Owens McCarthy Ltd, regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland under registration number C-46734, and part of the Fexco group.

If the FAQs do not cover a topic you wish to query, then please do not hesitate to contact us

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