How Important Are Photos To Your Business?
To some, photos are a necessary evil that take away precious time on the job site. To others, photos account for a significant portion of a job's revenue. The truth is, spending a few extra minutes to take quality pictures can be the difference between making a few bucks on a job and generating substantial profit.
Here are the most important areas to document when working insurance claims:
☑️ Photo of full roof from all sides. Front, rear, and side photos of the property
☑️Source of loss
☑️Missing shingles
☑️Photos of tarping w/ measurements
☑️Damage to siding
☑️Failed brittle test – if applicable
☑️Exposed sheathing
☑️Creasing of shingles caused by wind damage
☑️Landscape
☑️Flashing
☑️Each slope of the roof
☑️Pipe jacks
☑️Satellite dish(es)
☑️Interior damage photos [to include ceiling, wall, and floor in one photo taken from entryway, and all corners of the room to the best of your ability]
So take more photos, you'll be glad you did!