Dick,
Many posts ago, you told me to expect this to be long and drawn out... what I'm praying for is that they act in good faith and make me whole again. what they are trying to do is pay .30 on a dollar using a forensic firm that we have heard hasn't seen a roof yet that needs replacing...
ok guys - I had my wife put the photos together and zip it. I'm going to be on the road again, so I'll be interested in what you guys think about the readings. Some of the photos, she tells me didn't come out, so forgive the bad images, I will have them deleted. I apologize for the delay, but...
That's great. I'm definitely going to download that. Been on the road and with the holiday - this has been a nightmare. For now though, I did try and take some tight pics of some of the trusses I could get to, without bringing more ceiling down. I want to keep you guys in the loop, so if you...
Yes, I have photos in a pdf that is huge. So, I'll have to scan them individually. Thank you for your interest. I am looking forward to all the comments.
Wayne
Wayne D. Smith, Jr., CBO, MCP, CEAP, LEED AP
First time uploading a photo to this site. Not sure if I can do more than one at a time. Here is the first one.
Wayne D. Smith, Jr., CBO, MCP, CEAP, LEED APhttp://files.engineering.com/getfile.aspx?folder=c4886bc8-dbe7-4972-bac9-2f1fbfed331a&file=fire_damage_photos_3_320.JPG
Sick today and frankly, your questions are all very relevant. I feel like I should give you guys the report and let you tear it apart. I'll post pics of the fire this afternoon, as I have a few calls to return this morning, even though, I have taken a sick day. Thanks guys.
Wayne D. Smith...
The forensic engineer mapped out the trusses, did no other type of inspection other than visual, and his report denied all claims except removal of drywall thoughout the house. He made it a Level 1, which is so off-base,and I can clearly prove that to be wrong, but what I don't have is that...
Bad day, left computer at office and using wife's computer. Glad to see this site is easily accessible via web. Was wondering if maybe more testing of the trusses at this juncture would help? Any thoughts? The Forensic guy didn't take any core samples, or do even moisture meter readings, so...
That's it exactly. And, I am so busy right now with work on both Coasts that I figure, I'm going to be patient and keep an open mind. Maybe someone without a dog in this fight can look at it and point out any flaws on either report. I'm just good at what I know, which is Mechanical Engineering...
Dik, it sounds like you're worried about the insurance company's bottom line. Is your insurance company not charging you enough for your coverage. I have been a decades long customer with not one claim, not even when a hurricane came. I had own shingles replaced out of pocket. But, I'm...
As soon as I get it, I will share it. As for the guy, I was surprised I was told I could speak with him. I actually liked him and found him quite friendly. So, lets see what his reasoning is.
Dik, while my wife is unreasonable and sometimes, wrong... I sincerely doubt I'm wrong on these...
The adjuster actually said I could speak with the guy, if I had any questions. As for initials, I would say that you weren't far off... but, in reality, they are all the same. I'm still waiting to receive a copy of the report. More to come.
Wayne D. Smith, Jr., CBO, MCP, CEAP, LEED AP
Hi Guys,
Got a call from the insurance and the forensic guy they hired of course, did not agree on any of the reports. I got the news on my way up North. I am at a HUD meeting in DC all week and I haven't actually read their report.
It's all going to be interesting Dik, because I'm standing...
Ron, got the call from the adjuster and the forensics disagreed with everything, except he agreed the dry-wall in the entire house has to go. So, we got what we expected out of the insurance guy's report. How do I communicate with you privately again? I haven't gotten the actual report, but...
Good points. In fact, that helps, because we do have info from manufacturer and truss specialist. We have worked with only professionals in this matter at a great expense to ascertain what damage we are really looking at. In fact, knowing what I know now, I recommend everyone get their own...
