Developing a Professional Water Damage Report
As a restoration contractor, you may be called upon to create residential water damage reports. Thorough, accurate reports serve as written evidence, which is essential for verifying insurance claims and for determining any restoration work that is needed.
So, in this chapter, we’ll walk through the process of developing a report.
Tools for Finding and Documenting Water Damage
Any time you are hired to inspect a home for water damage, you will want to be well-equipped for the task. In this chapter we'll cover some key tools to consider using after you arrive at the job site
Creating a Digital Floor Plan Sketch During Water Damage Assessment
Water damage can occur in homes due to multiple causes. Yet each situation requires the same initial response: a prompt and thorough water damage assessment.
A digital floor plan sketch is ideal for water-damage assessment for a variety of reasons. You can create it quickly, mark it up thoroughly, save it securely, share it easily, and use it to develop work plans and guide remediation and restoration.
Being Prepared to Handle Increases in Job Assignments
As a mitigation or restoration contractor, you may be summoned to respond to areas affected by natural disasters.
Any of these events can hit an area fast and hard, triggering an immediate, massive increase in the demand for your expertise. Here we'll show you different ways you can prepare to respond quickly and work efficiently.
Long-Term Effects of Water Damage: What to Look For
Residential water damage can be caused by any of a number of problems.
Take a look at the types of unfortunate consequences that can result from water damage, and why you should document those troublesome matters during a home assessment.
Reducing Liability
Whether you provide mitigation or full-service restoration, it is important to know how to manage risk. As a restorer, you should always take the necessary measures to reduce your liability before starting a new job. In this chapter, we will walk you through some steps you should consider to reduce any type of exposure.
