When wildfires strike, intense heat causes chemical decomposition of vegetation, soil and building materials, producing ash that can pose serious health risks. Homeowners must understand the composition of ash, its effects on health and property and the best cleanup practices to ensure safety.
After a wildfire, homeowners face numerous challenges, from assessing property damage to managing hazardous waste. This comprehensive checklist covers everything from identifying hazards and protecting health, to managing tree and landscape damage, and ensuring the integrity of fencing and structures.
I have worked in many CAT losses, where I created friendships with government agents, adjusters, environmental professionals, and restorers. The consensus is “CAT losses are some of the hardest, dirtiest, unsafe, time consuming, physically exhausting, and mentally challenging jobs you will ever be involved with”. If you plan on working in CAT losses, consider the following.
