Lesson 1.4: Photo Documentation That Proves Your Case

Photos are your visual evidence of damage and work performed. Poor photo documentation leads to reduced claims because adjusters look at dark, blurry images and think "this doesn't look that bad." Learn how to take photos that support full payment.

What You'll Learn

• The four phases of photo documentation: initial, process, completion, disposal
• Lighting, angles, and framing for maximum impact
• What to include in every photo set
• Photo organization and naming systems

Photo Checklist by Phase

• Initial: Wide shots, close-ups of damage, moisture meter readings, water source
• Process: Equipment placement, demolition in progress, affected materials
• Completion: Final dry readings, clean work area, equipment removed
• Disposal: Materials bagged, loaded in truck, at dump site

Key Principle

Take 200+ photos per job. Storage is free. The one photo you didn't take could cost you thousands.