For Insurance Claims & Renewals
Forensic Dryer Vent Documentation for Insurance Claims & Renewals
Whether you're filing a claim after a dryer fire, defending against denial, or documenting compliance for a policy renewal, you need measured evidence — not opinions. Our forensic audit reports are formatted for adjusters, attorneys, and underwriters.
Signed
Inspector Statement
Calibrated
Instruments
Court-Ready
PDF Format
M1502
Code Verdict
Why generic vent companies fail you
Adjusters need numbers
A statement that 'the vent looked clogged' is not evidence. FPM airflow, manometer back-pressure, and dated borescope photos are.
Denials hinge on maintenance
Carriers cite lack of maintenance to deny dryer fire claims. A historical audit trail shifts that burden — or proves the loss was unavoidable.
Policy renewals tighten
Multifamily and commercial carriers increasingly require documented vent maintenance. A forensic baseline lets you renew without surprise exclusions.
What you receive
Every visit produces a defensible paper trail — not a verbal "looks good."
- Time-stamped, GPS-tagged photos of every measurement and finding
- Pre/post airflow in feet-per-minute (anemometer) at the exterior hood
- System back-pressure in inches water column (manometer) at the dryer outlet
- Borescope photo series of duct interior with measurement scale
- Carbon monoxide reading (ppm) for gas dryers at the vent termination
- IRC M1502 and Chicago Building Code 18-28-504 line-by-line compliance verdict
- Signed inspector statement of methodology and equipment calibration
- Court-ready PDF formatted for adjuster, attorney, or underwriter submission
Built on Chicago 18-28-504 and IRC M1502.
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Frequently asked questions
Will your report hold up if the claim escalates to litigation?+
Yes. Reports include instrument calibration records, methodology, time-stamped photos, and a signed inspector statement. We can serve as a fact witness if subpoenaed.
Can you inspect after a dryer fire has already occurred?+
Yes. Post-loss forensic inspections document the duct condition, termination, damper, and code compliance status as found, which is critical for both claim support and subrogation.
How fast can you turn around a report?+
Standard forensic audits are delivered within 3 business days. Rush 24-hour delivery is available for active claim deadlines.
Do you work directly with adjusters?+
Yes. We can be retained by the policyholder, the adjuster, or counsel. We deliver the same forensic report regardless of who pays the invoice.
What if the property has been remediated already?+
We document current condition and reference any photos, invoices, or prior inspections you provide. The forensic report will clearly delineate what was observed versus what was reported.