Post-hurricane alarums and excursions

It’s been a busy hectic shambolic sort of day. I’m finding it just about impossible to line up roofing, siding and tree-removal contractors. They’ve all got more than enough work to keep them busy for months: and if you tell them, “Guys, this is an insurance job, and you’ll have to wait for payment until… Continue reading Post-hurricane alarums and excursions

Post-fire progress report #4

Slowly, slowly, things begin to get organized. I’ve got ServiceMaster and a painting contractor coming in on Monday to do a wall-to-floor-to-ceiling inspection, working out detailed quotes for the clean-up and remediation work. It’s going to be a big job – there’s soot traces everywhere! I can hardly believe how ash and soot get from… Continue reading Post-fire progress report #4