The Savvy Adjuster Podcast

Smoke and Fire Impacts to Business-Critical Equipment

Episode Summary

In this episode of The Savvy Adjuster Podcast, we’re talking about the effects of smoke and fire damage on business-critical equipment. Host Chris Nichols welcomes back TechLoss Consulting and Restoration Corporate Vice President Bob Karbin and Vice President of Engineering Mikey Minor to discuss concerns about smoke and fire damage claims and the fire damage restoration process. These include corrosive elements in smoke, how extreme heat impacts functionality, and the importance of quickly stabilizing equipment. Listeners will gain insights into how degreed engineers can differentiate between repairable equipment and a total loss, factoring in everything from fire suppression system damage to business interruption.

Episode Notes

In this episode of The Savvy Adjuster Podcast, we’re talking about the effects of smoke and fire damage on business-critical equipment. Host Chris Nichols welcomes back TechLoss Consulting and Restoration Corporate Vice President Bob Karbin and Vice President of Engineering Mikey Minor to discuss concerns about smoke and fire damage claims and the fire damage restoration process. These include corrosive elements in smoke, how extreme heat impacts functionality, and the importance of quickly stabilizing equipment. Listeners will gain insights into how degreed engineers can differentiate between repairable equipment and a total loss, factoring in everything from fire suppression system damage to business interruption.

Discussed in This Episode

• How smoke and fire contamination damages business-critical equipment
• The scientific process of wipe sampling to identify contamination levels
• How damage can also be caused by fire suppression systems and firefighting efforts, introducing water, chemicals, and debris
• Key actions adjusters and insureds should take to evaluate losses
• The importance of timeliness to prevent further equipment deterioration and control costs
• Stories from the field detailing unique and challenging smoke and fire claims, including explosions and widespread corrosion events

Additional Resources

• Alpine Intel Resources Page: https://bit.ly/4pKAXRg
• TechLoss Consulting & Restoration: https://bit.ly/45eWIjN

Additional Resources About Smoke and Fire Damage Claims:

• Article: Equipment Restoration Following Fire and Water Losses: https://bit.ly/4s00MOH
• Article: From FNOL to Resolved: Steps for Business-Critical Equipment Claims: https://bit.ly/3MGrdZJ
• Guide: The Impact of Heat on Equipment: https://bit.ly/3My1Kld