CONTENTS
This process involves removing contents from the loss site for cleaning and storage.
Smoke odor in textiles (and other contents) can be removed by using this process.
The person responsible for evaluating coverage and damages on a claim.
Adjuster
You arrive at a fire loss for a scope and notice heavy soot throughout the home.
Perform a full contents assessment using chemical sponges and prepare for a preliminary estimate.
When smoke penetrates onto surfaces, it leaves this hard-to-remove residue everywhere.
Soot.
Soft goods like clothing and linens fall into this contents category
Textiles exposed to clean water are classified under this category.
This policy section covers personal property.
What is coverage C.
Food items were exposed to smoke and heat
Document and classify these items as non-salvage.
Dehumidifier.
Electronics exposed to water typically require this before deeming them salvageable.
What is testing?
This condition may develop when wet textiles are left untreated.
Microbial growth.
Contents claims are intended to restore the insured to "this" condition.
Pre-loss.
There was high heat in the master closet, and the clothes are hanging on metal hangers.
Check to see if the clothing has burn marks on the shoulder.
CRDN works with these (2) companies to document losses and repair costs accurately.
Contractors and Insurance carriers.
What is a tool you can use (and CRDN has) to help carry heavy appliances?
Sewage-exposed textiles fall under this contamination category
Category 3
Protein soot is commonly associated with this type of fire.
Documents, paper work and files were fire-exposed.
Performing a complete pack-out at CRDN and carefully recording every item ensures this, which protects client belongings and supports the insurance claim.
A thorough inventory.
This type of loss often requires rapid pack-out to prevent secondary damage.
Water Loss
Honest communication about textile outcomes builds this with homeowners.
Trust
This single main factor most often determines whether a contents claim is paid as scoped.
Thorough documentation, inventory, data.
Home was built before 1980.
Verify asbestos results and make sure the the team has proper PPE and the home is safe to enter.
What does CRDN stand for?
Certified Restoration Drycleaning Network