Electrical Fire Claims in Texas
Houston Homeowner’s Insurance Attorney
According to the United States Fire Administration (USFA), 28,600 electrical
fires occur each year. Whether they are caused by faulty electrical outlets,
exposed wires, or old, outdated appliances, electrical fires are responsible
for roughly $1.1 billion in property damage each year. In many cases,
these types of fires occur unexpectedly, forcing people to turn to their
homeowner’s insurance providers as their only source of financial assistance. Or, at least, they
should help them recover.
If you have found yourself stonewalled by an uncooperative insurance company
following an electrical fire in your home, our knowledgeable Houston insurance
bad faith lawyer at Dick Law Firm can fight to recover the compensation
you deserve. Backed by many
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assert their rights as policyholders and can help you pursue your entitled coverage.
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Common Causes of Electrical Fires
The months of December and January often have the highest number of electrical
fires due to the increased use of heating appliances and lights. Statistics
also show that most electrical fires start in the bedroom.
Electrical fires can be caused by any of the following:
- Faults in appliance cords, receptacles and switches
- Running cords under rugs
- Using lightbulbs with too high wattages
- Placing cloth or paper over lampshades
- Misusing extension cords
- Using space heaters too close to combustible objects
- Outdated wiring and breaker boxes
Preparing For an Electrical Fire
Since fires can completely destroy homes and turn a person’s belongings
into a pile of ash, it is important that homeowners take digital photographs
of valuable items as evidence of their ownership and condition to be used
in the event of a claim. While it may be unrealistic to catalogue absolutely
everything found within your home, photographing items of particular value
can help you create a list of your possessions and improve your chances
of having them replaced by your insurance company.
Get detailed photographs of anything of value in your home, including:
- Musical instruments
- Expensive furniture
- Computers and electronics
- Televisions
- Automobiles stored in garages
- Family heirlooms
- Appliances
Let Us Level the Playing Field
The last thing you need after experiencing the devastation of a fire is
to be given the run-around by an insurance company whose main concern
is protecting their profits. At Dick Law Firm, PLLC, our powerful
Houston insurance bad faith attorney can handle the claims process on your behalf and demand full and fair
compensation for your losses. You have paid your monthly premiums on time,
and now it is time for your insurance company to fulfill their end of
the deal. Put the power back in your corner today by getting a Dick on
your side!
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