Independent Forensic Investigations Corporation
Fire Investigation
IFIC is dedicated to offering expert Fire Investigation Services in the Midwest, and treating our clients with the utmost respect and empathy during our time with them. We understand the lasting impact these losses have, and we take care to conduct thorough investigations to bring as much clarity to our clients as possible.
Fire Investigation is the process of determining the origin, cause, and circumstances surrounding a fire. It involves a systematic and scientific approach to understanding how a fire started, why it spread, and any contributing factors that may have played a role in the fire's ignition and progression.
IFIC fire investigators will collect and analyze evidence to establish an understanding of the incident for your clients.
Working with IFIC
A Claim is Filed - Contact IFIC
Your client has experienced a loss due to a fire, and they have submitted a claim for the loss. Contact IFIC to get your case assigned to an investigator.
Connect with an Investigator
Your investigator will connect with you, and create a plan for tackling the investigation of the loss.
Investigation is Conducted
Your investigator will conduct the investigation, including travel, evidence collection, data analyzation, and more.
Receive a Detailed Report
You will receive a detailed report with the findings, including diagrams and photographs, from the conducted investigation.
Important Aspects of our Fire Investigations
Origin
Investigators work diligently to try and determine where a fire originated.
Cause
After establishing where the fire originated, investigators will analyze the scene and evidence to determine what could have caused the fire.
Evidence Collection
Investigators can collect physical evidence from a fire scene that may need additional analysis. Physical evidence can be crucial while investigating.
Interviews & Statements
Investigators will conduct their own interviews of witnesses, first responders, and other entities that may have been at or around the fire scene, in order to gain a deeper understanding of the incident.
Lab Analysis & Storage
Samples of evidence collected may need to be sent to a lab for analysis, and storage may be necessary to keep physcial evidence safe and uncontaminated.
Reporting
IFIC understands the importance of detailed, thorough, and timely reporting, as these reports may be used in legal proceedings, claim processes, or even the teaching of fire safety and precautions.
Why Trust IFIC?
A loss due to a fire is a devastating experience. This is why we do what we do, this is why we have a team of dedicated and hardworking experts.
Our purpose is to serve our clients, homeowners, and others who have experienced a significant loss. That loss may be property, pets, health, or even a family member. Everyone wants to know what happened, even if they have different motivations behind their desire to know. Our clients want to know if they have valid claims and that the decisions they have to make to address that claim are based upon good reliable facts and investigations. We work hard to provide closure by delivering excellent investigations and reports as needed so they feel confident in making those decisions.