Large Loss Fire Investigations | The Savvy Adjuster Podcast Ep. 9

Episode Summary
In this episode of Alpine Intel’s The Savvy Adjuster Podcast, host Chris Nichols speaks with Lead Fire Investigators Shawn Williams and Jim Sielehr from National Fire Experts. They discuss the unique considerations of a large loss fire, how other parties factor into the process, and how adjusters can ensure they’re picking an assessment partner who’s prepared to handle the complexities of these claims. Listen on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.
Discussed in this Episode
- What constitutes a large loss fire claim?
- What other interested parties – and their representatives – may be involved
- What adjusters should look for in a fire assessment partner
- Common causes of large loss fire claims
- Typical large loss fire assessments step by step
- Real stories from National Fire Experts large loss investigations
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