About Property Claims Loss Assessors

Property Claims Loss Assessors (PCLA) are insurance assessors who work on behalf of the public.

We’re dedicated to helping people who have suffered accidental loss or damage to their home or business. Our goal is to ensure our clients receive the full compensation that they are entitled to from their insurance company.

We deal with the insurance company on your behalf. As soon as we understand the terms of the client’s policy, PCLA will conduct tests to find out exactly what can be claimed for. With PCLA working for you, we do all of the negotiating to ensure you get the best possible settlement. 

All of PCLA’s team members have excellent working relationships with the loss adjusters appointed by the Insurance Companies, meaning all claims are dealt with efficiently and fast.

The company was founded in June 2015 by Greg Smyth – who has over 20 years experience within the insurance industry. Greg also has a strong team working alongside him in order to make sure that every claim is dealt with quickly and effectively. 

While based in Belfast, PCLA cover all areas of Northern Ireland. Call us today to find out how we can ensure you receive your full entitlement.

Meet Our Management Team

Greg Smyth

Greg Smyth - Company Director

B.Sc (Hons) in Building Surveying, APA

Greg began his career in the Insurance Industry in 1999, working with a number of different Insurance companies. Greg has a degree in Building Surveying from the University of Reading and holds a number of qualifications in Insurance. Greg has worked in Loss Assessing since 2007 and was previously a senior member of a former leading Loss Assessor firm before leaving to start PCLA Ltd in 2015.

Declan Gilmore

Declan Gilmore – Loss Assessor

B.Sc (Hons) in Building Surveying

Declan studied at the University of Ulster where he gained a degree in building surveying and joined PCLA shortly after in 2016. Since then, Declan has worked for many happy clients dealing with all manner of Insurance claims with a particular specialism in subsidence losses.

Jordan Freel PCLA

Jordan Freel – Loss Assessor

Jordan started working with PCLA in early 2022 having spent a number of years prior working for a leading, local, property damage restoration company.

In his former role Jordan was tasked with undertaking moisture surveys, reinstatement of water & fire damaged homes and businesses and of assessing damage to contents.

This experience has allowed Jordan to transfer his skills to PCLA where he has became a valued member of team.

Matthew Kyle – Loss Assessor

Fresh from a five-year stint as a Loss Adjuster, Matthew brings a wealth of expertise that he can provide to clients. He specialises in Escape of Water claims and has handled all types of claims ranging from small domestic leaks to large commercial losses.

Chris Taylor PCLA

Chris Taylor - Marketing Manager

With over 20 years of experience in digital marketing, content strategy, and project management, Chris joins PCLA to help drive growth. He will use his expertise in communications and marketing to develop and execute impactful campaigns that drive engagement and results.

Josh Harper PCLA

Josh Harper - Business Development Executive

With over 10 years in both property sales and management, Josh brings a wealth of industry insight to our team. His diverse experience has honed his skills in identifying opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and driving growth. Josh’s strategic mindset and deep understanding of the property market make him the ideal champion for expanding PCLA’s reach and impact.

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