Originally Posted by
99GTVert
myclone,
I called the VDOT helpline @ 1-800-367-ROAD to ask about this type of situation, and after a considerable amount of wrangling and squirming by the operator, they gave me the following information:
1.) Call the local VDOT residency, since you mentioned Windy Gap(116) I assumed Roanoke Co. The local residency is the Salem office @ 540-387-5488
2.) Tell them you wish to file a claim regarding improperly blocking traffic/marking areas to be painted.
3.) Ask them to pay for all damages. (The operator was tiptoeing around this, but they want to know what you are seeking from them I'd go for the Nuts!!! Sounds like they will pay your deductible at the least, but then of course, who's gonna pay the differential in the premium?
Hope this helps. From someone who has both scrubbed fresh tar off of chrome rocker panels with a bucket of kerosene, and tried to get latex house paint off after hitting a wet roller on the interstate, I hope THEY take care of it!!!
99GTVert,
Thanks for the info...
FWIW so far I got hold of Salem VDOT and was informed by Cindy Mitchell that Richmond handles all of these issues. She informed me that VDOT requires a written statement of what happened be mailed to her so she can forward it to the right ppl in Richmond. Richmond will not accept a copy or fax it must be the original (dunno why).
So far thats what Ive done....typed up a summery of what happened and dropped it in the mail to her. When I asked about a time frame for contact from Richmond due to working with my insurance she said "they get in NO hurry so it will probably be weeks".
I do have to give Cindy from Salem props since she was actually very nice and helpful which suprised me as I was figuring I would get some knuckle head on the phone. I was nice and either she was in a good mood or was genuinely a nice person. Dunno but if you find yourself in a similar situation my suggestion would be play it cool even if youre ticked off since obviously Cindy has the authority to either forward your letter or let it sit on her desk for 6+ months. Get what Im sayin?
I'll let you guys know what happens when it happens should it happen to one of you at a later time.