the wreckage

Mom and Gary met with their insurance adjustor this morning. The meeting went good and they are pleased with the amount of money they will be getting to rebuild as well as for their lost belongings. They are, however, disappointed in that the insurance company wants to basically gut out the home and use the existing bricks and foundation (why rebuild inside and on top of a structure that's obviously been compromised?!). They also get an allowance for 6 months rent and food. They found an apartment nearby and will be ready to move in September 26th. We're so thankful for insurance and again, most importantly, that they made it out safely! Here are a few pictures of the devastation:
Living room (the fire began in the attic here from two wires fused together--either from a squirrel (according to the fire marshal or a short in their back patio light (according to the insurance investigator):




kitchen/dining room:


master bedroom/bath



office:

guest room:

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