Why the SPPA Designation Matters for Our Clients
At Chris Faber Public Adjusters, our mission has always been simple: give every client expert guidance, honest answers, and the kind of personal support you won’t find at a national firm.
Now, that commitment is backed by one of the industry’s highest credentials.
Chris Faber has officially earned the Senior Professional Public Adjuster (SPPA) designation, a nationally recognized certification awarded by The Institutes. This achievement reflects years of hands-on experience, advanced study, and a deep understanding of property damage claims, coverage, and policyholder advocacy.
In this post we cover:
- What the SPPA certification means
- Why it matters for California property owners
- How it supports stronger claims and better results
- Chris’s approach to continuing education
- What this means for you
What Is the SPPA Certification?
he Senior Professional Public Adjuster (SPPA) designation is the highest-level certification available to licensed public adjusters in the United States. It’s awarded by The Institutes, a nonprofit leader in insurance and risk management education known for setting professional standards across the industry.
Designed for experienced adjusters who represent policyholders, not insurance companies, the SPPA certification focuses on advanced knowledge of coverage forms, claim resolution, and ethical responsibilities. It’s a distinction held by fewer than 1% of public adjusters nationwide.
To earn the SPPA, Chris completed a rigorous program of coursework and exams covering:
- Advanced commercial and residential property insurance policies
- Complex claim evaluation and damage documentation
- Legal standards and ethics in public adjusting
- Insurance policy interpretation and dispute resolution
This certification is recognized across the insurance industry as a mark of deep technical knowledge, credibility, and professionalism. For homeowners and business owners in California, it’s a clear sign that your adjuster has gone above and beyond to provide expert-level support on even the most complex claims.
Most importantly, it reflects Chris’s continued commitment to doing this work the right way, for every client, every time.
Why This Matters for Homeowners, Landlords, and Business Owners
The insurance landscape in California is changing fast. Wildfires are more frequent, FAIR Plan enrollment is rising, and more homeowners and landlords are facing delays, underpayments, or outright denials on valid property damage claims.
Navigating this system on your own can feel overwhelming, especially when policies are filled with vague language, shifting exclusions, and confusing endorsements.
When your public adjuster holds the SPPA (Senior Professional Public Adjuster) designation, it means they’ve studied exactly how property insurance policies are written, how insurance companies evaluate losses, and how to push back on unfair claim decisions.
If you’re filing a wildfire claim, disputing a water damage underpayment, or just trying to make sense of your FAIR Plan coverage after a loss, having someone like Chris in your corner makes all the difference. He brings both real-world experience and specialized training directly to your case, so your claim is documented properly, supported by evidence, and harder for the insurance company to deny.
Chris Is Always Learning. Because Your Claim Deserves That.
This certification isn’t just a title. It’s part of a larger mindset. Chris and Jo Faber have over 50 years of combined experience and have handled more than 40,000 claims across California. But they never stop asking, how can we do this better?
That drive shows up in everything we do, whether it’s learning the latest policy changes in California insurance law, staying informed on wildfire-related rulings, or consulting with engineers, restoration experts, and forensic accountants to strengthen difficult claims.
Chris pursued the SPPA designation because knowledge isn’t just power. It’s protection. When your adjuster understands both the technical details and the real-world obstacles you’re facing, your claim has a much better chance of getting paid in full.
From earning certifications to staying current on evolving policy language and advocating for stronger consumer protections, we believe strong claims start with strong knowledge. We’re proud to bring that to every client we serve.
Let’s take the next step together.
If you’re dealing with a complex property damage claim, or just want a second opinion from someone who knows the process inside and out, reach out today. Contact us today for a free claim review and get expert answers from the people who know this process best.
