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T&B called up to help after ex Bomber Command hangar fire

When we got the call to help with a major fire claim at an aircraft hangar situated on an ex-RAF base in Lincolnshire that was once used by Bomber Command we scrambled into action.

Ex bomber command fire 1The extent of the damage

The initial fire in the hangar, which had also been used previously as a filming location for a major Hollywood film, was fuelled by oil from an electrical transformer. The burning oil helped to accelerate the spread of the fire up into the timber roof lining of the hangar. The resulting damage from the fire destroyed two thirds of the asbestos clad roof, together with the electrical installation and a steam heating system used to keep aircraft at operating temperature during the Cold War. Manufacturing equipment used by the policyholder was also damaged together with finished stock and work in progress.

Quantify loss

Our initial objective, after we had organised and coordinated work to make the building safe (using a structural engineer), was to accurately quantify the full extent and cost of the damage. Because of worries about the roof a second, a more detailed engineering inspection was arranged to ascertain the extent of the damage and the engineer was instructed to produce calculations and drawings detailing the roof structure and the options for repairs or replacement if necessary.

We then organised for a surveyor to be appointed to prepare a schedule of repairs for the entire building, which also incorporated the engineer’s recommendations on the roof. This scope of works was agreed with the loss adjuster and a complete tender document issued to contractors for pricing.

At the same time, schedules of machinery and stock were prepared and checked on site with the adjuster. Our team then priced these lists to fully support the claims issued to the adjuster.

Outcome

An advance settlement was agreed for all aspects of the claim, which gave our client the flexibility to undertake the repairs to their specification and some months later the work to the hangar was completed.

Summary

Speed and quantification are critical aspects of any claim and as can been seen with this claim, detailed and accurate assessments by professionals in their respective fields lead to faster settlements.

What to do next?

If you think we can help you with a claim why not contact us today.

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T&B called up to help after ex Bomber Command hangar fire

When we got the call to help with a major fire claim at an aircraft hangar situated on an ex-RAF base in Lincolnshire that was once used by Bomber Command we scrambled into action.

Ex bomber command fire 1The extent of the damage

The initial fire in the hangar, which had also been used previously as a filming location for a major Hollywood film, was fuelled by oil from an electrical transformer. The burning oil helped to accelerate the spread of the fire up into the timber roof lining of the hangar. The resulting damage from the fire destroyed two thirds of the asbestos clad roof, together with the electrical installation and a steam heating system used to keep aircraft at operating temperature during the Cold War. Manufacturing equipment used by the policyholder was also damaged together with finished stock and work in progress.

Quantify loss

Our initial objective, after we had organised and coordinated work to make the building safe (using a structural engineer), was to accurately quantify the full extent and cost of the damage. Because of worries about the roof a second, a more detailed engineering inspection was arranged to ascertain the extent of the damage and the engineer was instructed to produce calculations and drawings detailing the roof structure and the options for repairs or replacement if necessary.

We then organised for a surveyor to be appointed to prepare a schedule of repairs for the entire building, which also incorporated the engineer’s recommendations on the roof. This scope of works was agreed with the loss adjuster and a complete tender document issued to contractors for pricing.

At the same time, schedules of machinery and stock were prepared and checked on site with the adjuster. Our team then priced these lists to fully support the claims issued to the adjuster.

Outcome

An advance settlement was agreed for all aspects of the claim, which gave our client the flexibility to undertake the repairs to their specification and some months later the work to the hangar was completed.

Summary

Speed and quantification are critical aspects of any claim and as can been seen with this claim, detailed and accurate assessments by professionals in their respective fields lead to faster settlements.

What to do next?

If you think we can help you with a claim why not contact us today.

Ex bomber command fire 2 Ex bomber command fire 3

T&B called up to help after ex Bomber Command hangar fire

When we got the call to help with a major fire claim at an aircraft hangar situated on an ex-RAF base in Lincolnshire that was once used by Bomber Command we scrambled into action.

Ex bomber command fire 1The extent of the damage

The initial fire in the hangar, which had also been used previously as a filming location for a major Hollywood film, was fuelled by oil from an electrical transformer. The burning oil helped to accelerate the spread of the fire up into the timber roof lining of the hangar. The resulting damage from the fire destroyed two thirds of the asbestos clad roof, together with the electrical installation and a steam heating system used to keep aircraft at operating temperature during the Cold War. Manufacturing equipment used by the policyholder was also damaged together with finished stock and work in progress.

Quantify loss

Our initial objective, after we had organised and coordinated work to make the building safe (using a structural engineer), was to accurately quantify the full extent and cost of the damage. Because of worries about the roof a second, a more detailed engineering inspection was arranged to ascertain the extent of the damage and the engineer was instructed to produce calculations and drawings detailing the roof structure and the options for repairs or replacement if necessary.

We then organised for a surveyor to be appointed to prepare a schedule of repairs for the entire building, which also incorporated the engineer’s recommendations on the roof. This scope of works was agreed with the loss adjuster and a complete tender document issued to contractors for pricing.

At the same time, schedules of machinery and stock were prepared and checked on site with the adjuster. Our team then priced these lists to fully support the claims issued to the adjuster.

Outcome

An advance settlement was agreed for all aspects of the claim, which gave our client the flexibility to undertake the repairs to their specification and some months later the work to the hangar was completed.

Summary

Speed and quantification are critical aspects of any claim and as can been seen with this claim, detailed and accurate assessments by professionals in their respective fields lead to faster settlements.

What to do next?

If you think we can help you with a claim why not contact us today.

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Registered Office: 2 Minster Court, Mincing Lane, London, EC3R 7PD. Registered in England Company no. 404

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Thompson & Bryan

20a Wood Street, Barnet,
HERTS, EN5 2BW

Registered Office: 2 Minster Court, Mincing Lane, London, EC3R 7PD. Registered in England Company no. 404

Design:  Good Impressions          Content:  We Do The Words

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