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Was at girlfriends house in Woodstock, GA when the police called. Got to the house to find 5 fire trucks, 2 police cars, ambulance.
Garage and 3/4 of the house trash. Looks like the house will be stripped to the frame where possible and rebuilt.
Right now I'm in a Homewood Suites until I get a rental house arranged.
For those of you who think you have adequate insurance please check. You especially need cover for accommodation. My rental is going to cost about $3,250 a month for a roof over my head and rental furniture etc.
I'm adequately covered and will be OK apart from the pain of the rebuild and replacing everything.
The most painful part is the destruction of all my negatives and slides from my time as a photographer in England. I had photographed hundreds of bikes over the years for a number of magazines.
IF YOU HAVEN'T PHOTOGRAPHED EVERYTHING IN YOUR HOME GET 'ER DONE.
You WILL NOT be able to remember all you have in every close and draw.
GET 'ER DONE IMMEDIATELY. Burn to a CD or flash drive and DON'T keep it at home!!!
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« Reply #1 on: August 21, 2015, 10:01:22 AM » |
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And back up your computer RIGHT NOW. I've been able to recover all data on my PC hard drive. PC tower was covered in wet insulation from the attic  My back up hard drive was on my kitchen table waiting to go to the safety deposit box Monday morning |
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« Reply #2 on: August 21, 2015, 10:05:21 AM » |
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Sorry to hear that Britman. Good luck with the rebuilding.
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« Reply #3 on: August 21, 2015, 10:07:36 AM » |
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Wow! Glad no one was hurt.
Not sure what I could do but, if there is anything I can help with, please let me know. I'll try if, it's possible.
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« Reply #4 on: August 21, 2015, 10:08:25 AM » |
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sorry to hear that Paul
As an attorney loss of paper is a nightmare so I have MANY fireproof filing cabinets
UL rated 1500 degrees for 90 minutes. They are VERY HEAVY so if they are on concrete thats the best place for them
we use dropbox for all pictures and also the cloud
great advice to copy all documents and keep off site an old 50 caliber ammo box usually is a cheap way to save things
Was it electrical short?
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« Reply #5 on: August 21, 2015, 10:23:10 AM » |
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Really sorry to hear this. What a bummer. How did the bike cause the fire ?
Regarding your suggestion, its a good one.
I take pictures of EVERYTHING every few years and keep them where they can't burn. I've had the wonderful opportunity to work with [ against would be more appropriate] insurance companies for decades.
I keep full replacement cost clauses in the policies, but, considering those costs its probably cheaper to invest/save those charges in a ' just in case' account.
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« Reply #6 on: August 21, 2015, 10:33:03 AM » |
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How did the bike cause the fire ?
Yes, how did this fire start? |
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« Reply #7 on: August 21, 2015, 10:58:22 AM » |
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Sorry to hear Paul good luck with the rebuild
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« Reply #8 on: August 21, 2015, 10:58:32 AM » |
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Very sorry to hear this Paul.  Terrible news. The bike did it? |
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« Reply #9 on: August 21, 2015, 11:23:01 AM » |
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Britman I'm sorry to hear about the house
Living with multiple sclerosis trust me there are worse things to loose
3250 a month for rent and furniture.?
That's a lot partner
Most people I know make less that total
Rent , car, utility's, food, doctors. Everything
So remember you are blessed to be alive and in a good position to replace your stuff
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« Reply #10 on: August 21, 2015, 11:33:29 AM » |
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Ever since Mark's garage and bike burned due to a Battery Tender, this has been a reoccurring nightmare. I don't know if that's that case, I just don't entirely trust them. I put a lamp timer in line so the can only charge a couple hours, at most.
Glad you are ok and hope it all works out!
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« Reply #11 on: August 21, 2015, 11:39:01 AM » |
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I hate to hear about this. You are taking it better than I would, there is no way I would be covered for a loss like that. I keep stuff scattered though. At least no one hurt and very sorry for the loss.
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« Reply #12 on: August 21, 2015, 11:59:03 AM » |
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that sux man. But I am glad everyone is OK.
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« Reply #13 on: August 21, 2015, 12:02:52 PM » |
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very sorry to hear this paul. glad no one was hurt.
good luck with the rebuild, and hope it goes quickly.
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« Reply #14 on: August 21, 2015, 12:03:23 PM » |
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Fire investigator for insurance company showed me part of the battery terminal that had "arc" weld burns on it.
As far as I'm concerned electricity is the work of the devil a nyway.
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« Reply #15 on: August 21, 2015, 12:33:21 PM » |
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Sorry to hear this. Glad you are safe.
On a similar note, fire destroyed a local business here in town several months ago. He supposedly had great insurance. However, he discovered, they won't pay for his inventory unless he purchases it first. I hear that many homeowners policies are doing the same thing for lost possessions. Video and a list of assets is a must...
He is not rebuilding now. Too much trouble...
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« Reply #16 on: August 21, 2015, 12:49:20 PM » |
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That's a rough blow, sorry to hear you're going through this. Glad you weren't dozing away inside. Hope you bounce back better than ever!
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« Reply #17 on: August 21, 2015, 01:10:31 PM » |
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Fire investigator for insurance company showed me part of the battery terminal that had "arc" weld burns on it.
As far as I'm concerned electricity is the work of the devil a nyway.
Which bike? Were all destroyed? My goodness, this is terrible. |
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« Reply #18 on: August 21, 2015, 01:26:09 PM » |
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Holy Cow, Britman!  Thoughts and prayers... Things can be replaced - glad you're safe and sound. |
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« Reply #19 on: August 21, 2015, 01:30:04 PM » |
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Very sorry to hear about the fire but happy you were not hurt. Things can be replaced.
Maybe you can get the Grits RV to live in for a while during the rebuild.
Prayers for your recovery.
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« Reply #20 on: August 21, 2015, 01:47:15 PM » |
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Very sorry to hear about the fire but happy you were not hurt. Things can be replaced.
Maybe you ca :(n get the Grits RV to live in for a while during the rebuild.
Prayers for your recovery.
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« Reply #21 on: August 21, 2015, 02:37:10 PM » |
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Damn, things have went to crap for you.  Hopefully it's not true that these things go in 3's. It is good nobody was hurt. Hope things start looking up for you.  |
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« Reply #22 on: August 21, 2015, 03:18:08 PM » |
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Paul-happy you are OKEY DOKEY. I have an idea of the loss of items. Main thing is you ain't hurt. Prayers up from the Sho Me.
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« Reply #23 on: August 21, 2015, 05:29:10 PM » |
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Sorry to hear about your place, Paul. I'm glad you are all safe. Let us know if we can help in any way.
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« Reply #24 on: August 21, 2015, 06:22:33 PM » |
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Paul
Sorry to hear this news. If I can be of any help I can drive over and give you a hand, just let me know!!
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« Reply #25 on: August 22, 2015, 03:46:09 AM » |
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Thanks guys. Insurance is doing a great job.
Cleaners came yesterday and took away all my clothes. Some can be saved, some not.
Monday a team comes to empty out the contents and another company comes to take away artwork, antique furniture etc for cleaning and restoration. Hopefully all can be saved without affecting their intrinsic value.
Went to look at a rental yesterday. A town home that must be 3,500 sq ft.
Not many rentals homes available and I don't want to live in an apartment. Had my fill of noisy neighbors over the years.
Today I will need to go buy some clothes and shoes.
Bought a laptop Thursday to keep me conecgted to the modern world.
Now starts the record keeping process for the insurance adjuster. Oh joy.
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« Reply #26 on: August 22, 2015, 03:48:49 AM » |
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Waiting for paperwork from American Modern for bike claim. Tip for youse guys. You need to take photos of all accessories on your bike and KEEP all receipts. They have agreed bike is totaled and those who have seen my Facebook postings would agree  |
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« Reply #27 on: August 22, 2015, 04:11:15 AM » |
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Waiting for paperwork from American Modern for bike claim. Tip for youse guys. You need to take photos of all accessories on your bike and KEEP all receipts. They have agreed bike is totaled and those who have seen my Facebook postings would agree Was just checking out the pictures on Facebook.... Damn Mate hate this happened... One word comes to mind about the ST1300...TOAST |
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Waiting for paperwork from American Modern for bike claim. Tip for youse guys. You need to take photos of all accessories on your bike and KEEP all receipts. They have agreed bike is totaled and those who have seen my Facebook postings would agree Was just checking out the pictures on Facebook.... Damn Mate hate this happened... One word comes to mind about the ST1300...TOAST Very dry toast.If you want to post photos here go for it.. I can't fight with photobucket right now |
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« Reply #29 on: August 22, 2015, 04:42:03 AM » |
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So sorry to hear about your misfortune. Glad no one is hurt. Prayers that all goes well with your efforts at recovery from insurance etc....
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« Reply #30 on: August 22, 2015, 05:56:42 AM » |
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Hey Britman... try to stay sane, seems like you are doing OK there... if you need
a break from the action, I have two motorcycles...
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« Reply #31 on: August 22, 2015, 06:02:39 AM » |
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Very sorry sir. Been through a couple fires in my lifetime. One at my parent's home by lightening & another on board my vessel. Very good advice given on preparing and being ready for the worst. I wish you all the best as you rebuild and settle into the new digs in the interim. And as everyone else has mentioned....very relieved no one was hurt.
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« Reply #32 on: August 22, 2015, 07:05:07 AM » |
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I'm sorry to hear of all the things you've suddenly lost. I hope your rebuild goes smoothly. Very glad you weren't hurt in the fire.
Best of luck to you Paul.
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« Reply #35 on: August 22, 2015, 08:17:56 AM » |
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Hey I got duct tape and jb weld
Couple of zip ties?
Seriously I'm glad your ok
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« Reply #36 on: August 22, 2015, 08:30:32 AM » |
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Sorry to hear this! I lost a small barn with my tools and a dog. If you need anything, holler.
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« Reply #37 on: August 22, 2015, 08:46:48 AM » |
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What did you mean by the 'arc' weld near the battery ? Does the adjuster think it was caused by the battery connection ? or, something connected to the battery ?
I hope a tender was not connected to it. [ I hate tenders, especially when always connected]
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« Reply #38 on: August 22, 2015, 09:26:09 AM » |
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Really sorry to hear this Britman. In my job I've seen this too many times. The main thing is that no one was hurt or killed.
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« Reply #39 on: August 22, 2015, 09:39:53 AM » |
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Sorry all this happened.
It does seem that you are weathering this storm fairly well.
Hope everything continues to work out for you.
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