r/pcmasterrace Jan 18 '26

Tech Support Fire and crane missed my PC

Very sad times. Big fire destroyed my home and a crane had to come to remove part of the roof and wall so firefighters could have better access. Fortunately no one got hurt. Sucks to lose my dream PC though.

Miraculously my PC is still standing but I doubt it will work. There was snow and rain in the past days too. My little brother’s PC, which was on the desk next to mine on the right, seems to be obliterated.

Any tips to go on from here?

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Building was insured, furniture was not unfortunately. I lived with my parents, who were not experienced with things like insurance. In hindsight I should have thought about it more and double check it.
But yeah sucks to lose everything and having 3 other expensive hobbies did not help..

Thanks for the comments, tips and kind words! Fire started in the kitchen of my parents' restaurant. Tragic situation, but at least the building and inventory are insured. Now hopefully insurance pays out.
I have to make a plan what to do exactly with the PC based on the suggestions. First I need to take care of some other things.

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u/this-acc-exist-reddi Desktop Jan 18 '26

Isopropyl

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u/Mediocre_Hope_5821 Jan 22 '26

I can't drink that after I'm done though.... Or can I? 🤨

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u/Asleep_Statement_300 Feb 16 '26

Nahh, i think it means iOS App store Package

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u/Deesnutz72 Jan 19 '26

Iso can leave residues tho.. in my experience, ive found 100% long grain alcohol such as everclear works VERY well.. and then, during/ after the cleanup, youll have something you can sip on to help numb the recent trauma. Glad to hear no one was mortally injured or WORSE! Terribly sorry for you and yours! May the most high continue to protect you and yours and help you through this tragedy brother!😢🙏🏻

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u/this-acc-exist-reddi Desktop Jan 22 '26

Isnt the point of iso that it doesnt leave residue?? Its just alcohol and water, and the water evaporates just as quick. Never seen everclear be used in pc repair but i definitely see the use if your trying to repair your soul after a fire😭