Fire damage after loft insulation installed

daniel mead · Apr 23, 2013

Hi all, went to quote up a rewire on lighting circuit in a bungalow today. It turns out that they had new insulation laid just over 2 weeks ago. The insulators had left room around the light fittings (recessed 12v 50w halogens) but they totally covered up the transformers. After a quick look around its very clear that the fire originated from these transformers. I informed the client and they are trying to get compensation from them. Has anyone seen a similar thing and if so did you have any luck with getting them to cough up the money?. I seriously doubt they will own up to it so lots of pictures were taken.

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44ALLAN · Apr 23, 2013

Tell them to claim on their house insurance mate and tell them the cause.
They(the insurers) can then chase the culprits for their money back.
Saves a lot of hassle and effort.

richy3333 · Apr 23, 2013

Agreed. Its called subrogation.
Had a call about renewingsome GU10's ecently in a kitchen. They'd bably burnt several of the joists becasue they were so close. Owner didnt want them moving. Has bought replacements - B&Q budget lights. Refused to do the job.