Competent fire and explosion investigation is pivotal in minimizing your loss or maximizing your recovery. For this reason, it is crucial to ensure that all investigations are performed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with professional standards and legal requirements.

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Having an expert on your team who specializes in residential/commercial fire investigations is crucial to your case's success.

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House Fires - 

House fires make up 30% of all structure fires in the US. (United States Fire Administration, 2019)  How do you help your clients make sense of a devastating fire loss? It starts with hiring an expert who knows residential fire investigations inside & out.
At Forensic Fire Services, we’ve seen all kinds of residential fires and explosions: big and small; in mobile homes, cabins in the woods, multi-story apartments, condominiums, and even a mansion on a private island.

 

Commercial Building Fires -

Whether it’s a multi-story apartment building or manufacturing facility, we’ve got you covered. Many commercial cases involve the coordination of multiple Insurance Agencies, Attorneys and Investigators. FFS has the experience to coordinate and communicate with other entities while thoroughly studying the scene for any possible subrogation and recovery possibilities. We can determine the “where, how and why” of origin and cause.
 

Vehicle fire Investigations -

Vehicle fire Investigations require an expert with specialized knowledge and experience. FFS has that car fire investigation expertise. Motor vehicles feature multiple complex systems and fuel sources in a small area. We review safety recalls, consumer complaints and other similar incidents to build a complete picture of vehicle safety. Ben Benfield has conducted countless vehicle fire investigations over the past 10 years.

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Boat Fire Investigations - 

Boat Fire Investigations are different than house fires or car fires. Here’s why: Construction methods make marine fires ventilate differently. Steel, fiberglass and wood hulls all have their own characteristics, as do the various fuels and materials stowed on board. Every boat, barge, fishing trawler, freighter, tanker, drilling rig yacht and personal watercraft fire is different and presents their own unique challenges.

 

Explosion Investigations - 

No two explosions are the same. You need an experienced explosion investigation expert who can find the origin and cause of an explosion. Ben Benfield has successfully handled all types explosion cases, big and small, for over 10 years.

 

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