About Ad Hoc Fire Investigations
At AD HOC FIRE INVESTIGATIONS, we specialize in providing professional, objective, and expedient fire investigation services to insurance carriers, attorneys, public agencies, and individuals.
Our team of certified fire investigators is committed to raising the standard of private fire investigations by delivering fact-based, defensible results on every case.
TRUST.
EXPERTISE.
FLEXIBILITY.
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Founded on principles of integrity, expertise, and adaptability, our experience & highly certified team at AD HOC FIRE INVESTIGATIONS approaches every assignment with a tailored strategy to meet the specific needs of each client. We conduct thorough investigations across residential, commercial, industrial, vehicle, and wildland fire losses — supported by detailed evidence collection and expert case analysis. To learn more about the full scope of our services, visit our Services page.
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Our Team
Our investigators are seasoned professionals, each bringing years of field experience and nationally recognized certifications to every case.
Rick Carruth
owner | senior fire investigator
CSFM–CFI
Rick Carruth brings extensive experience and leadership to our team, specializing in origin and cause determination for complex residential and commercial fire losses.
Mike Horta
senior fire investigator
IAAI–CFI | NAFI–CFEI
Mike Horta offers comprehensive expertise in structural and vehicle fire investigations, with advanced certifications that meet rigorous national standards for fire and explosion analysis.
RJ Perez
senior fire investigator
RJ Perez is a senior-level investigator with a sharp focus on residential and industrial fire origin and cause investigations, consistently delivering unbiased, factual reports.
CSFM–CFI
Mark Mooney
senior fire investigator
Mark Mooney has extensive field experience investigating commercial structures, vehicle fires, and wildland incidents, with strong technical expertise in evidence analysis.
NAFI–CFEI
Sergio Patino
fire investigator
Sergio Patino has specialized certifications in both fire investigation and evidence collection, allowing for detailed scene preservation and expert witness support.
CCAI–CFI-T | IAAI–ECT | iAAi-FIT | NAFI–CFEI
Joe Ferrante is an integral member of the team, bringing extensive experience in structure and vehicle fire investigations, scene documentation, and litigation support. With a background in law enforcement and a solid foundation in investigative procedures, Joe applies a disciplined and methodical approach to every case. His expertise includes origin and cause analysis, evidence preservation, and providing clear, defensible findings in support of legal proceedings.
CCAI–CFI-T | IAAI–ECT | iAAi-FIT | NAFI–CFEI
fire investigator
Joe Ferrante
Our team’s certifications represent the highest standards of training and professional excellence in fire investigation. Each credential ensures our investigators are highly trained, tested, and capable of delivering credible and court-admissible findings.
Understanding Our Credentials
At AD HOC FIRE INVESTIGATIONS, we are committed to delivering accurate, unbiased, and thorough investigations for every case.
Our dedication to professionalism, timely reporting, and client-centered service has made us a trusted resource across California — and soon, throughout Nevada and Arizona as well.
Our Commitment
m: (800) 588-1393 | info@adhocfire.com
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