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Storm Damage Documentation

Document Storm Damage Before Conditions Change.

Coastal Property Docs creates a visual and spatial record of storm-damaged properties after the site is safe—before temporary repairs, tarping, debris removal, cleanup, demolition, and reconstruction materially alter the property.

Exterior condition capture
Interior storm-loss documentation
Roof-to-interior context
Remote property review
Post-Storm Documentation Preserve visible storm conditions before repairs change the property.

One Storm Can Affect Multiple Parts of the Property.

Wind, hail, falling debris, and heavy rain can affect the building envelope and create secondary damage inside.

Roof damage may lead to ceiling staining. Window damage may expose rooms to water. Exterior impacts can create interior conditions that aren't obvious from outside.

A connected property record helps preserve both sides of that story.

The Bigger Picture

Document Both the Exterior Impact and the Interior Consequences.

Storm documentation can preserve the relationship between exterior damage, potential entry points, interior conditions, affected rooms, and adjacent areas at the time of capture.

What Can Be Documented?

Storm-loss documentation can include both exterior and interior areas within the agreed project scope.

Roof & Exterior Conditions

Document visible roofline, trim, exterior envelope, and storm-affected building conditions from accessible areas.

Siding & Facade

Preserve visible siding, cladding, soffit, fascia, gutter, and exterior finish conditions.

Windows & Doors

Capture visible broken, damaged, or storm-affected openings and surrounding conditions.

Interior Water Intrusion

Document visible water staining and storm-related interior conditions after exterior failure.

Ceilings, Walls & Floors

Preserve visible interior finish damage and the surrounding room context.

Debris & Adjacent Areas

Document visible debris impact, contents, surrounding spaces, and relevant adjacent property conditions.

Connect What Happened Outside to What Happened Inside.

Storm damage often doesn't stop at the exterior surface. A damaged roof, opening, siding area, or building-envelope component may correspond with visible conditions inside.

Documenting both areas can preserve a more complete visual reference than treating exterior and interior photographs as separate collections.

Exterior impact areas
Roof and wall conditions
Interior ceiling and wall staining
Room location and spatial relationship
Adjacent affected and non-affected spaces

Why Preserve the Post-Storm Condition?

Temporary repairs and cleanup can begin quickly after a storm. Documentation creates a visual reference before those conditions change.

Preserve Post-Storm Conditions

Capture visible property conditions before tarping, cleanup, or repair materially changes them.

Exterior + Interior Context

Preserve how exterior storm impact relates to conditions inside the property.

Remote Property Review

Revisit documented areas without requiring another complete physical walkthrough.

Support Collaboration

Give authorized owners, contractors, adjusters, and stakeholders a shared visual reference.

Reduce Repeat Visits

Return to captured conditions when later questions arise about the property.

Reconstruction Reference

Maintain a visual reference after damaged materials, windows, roofing, or finishes are replaced.

Interactive Example

See How a Property Loss Can Be Preserved Digitally

Move through the model and see how a digital twin preserves the relationship between rooms and property conditions in a connected environment.

This Matterport model is provided as a technology demonstration. It was not captured by Coastal Property Docs and is not part of our project portfolio.

Document Exterior Conditions Before Tarping and Repair Change Them.

Temporary protection is often necessary after a severe storm, but tarps, board-ups, debris removal, and emergency repairs can cover or alter the original visible conditions.

When practical and safe, exterior documentation can preserve a visual record before those changes occur.

Visible missing or displaced roofing materials
Damaged siding, trim, fascia, and gutters
Broken or damaged windows and doors
Tree or debris impact conditions
Temporary tarps and emergency protection already installed

Storm Damage Documentation Deliverables

The package can be tailored around the property, storm conditions, and intended use.

Interactive Digital Twin

Navigate documented interior property areas remotely.

Exterior & Interior Imagery

Supporting imagery of visible storm-related conditions.

2D Floor Plans

Property layouts when appropriate to project scope.

Measurements

Spatial information for appropriate workflows.

Follow-Up Capture

Additional documentation after repair or reconstruction.

Who Uses Storm Damage Documentation?

A post-storm property record can support multiple stakeholders throughout emergency protection, restoration, and reconstruction.

Restoration Contractors

Preserve storm-loss conditions before cleanup and mitigation advance.

Roofing Contractors

Use documented property context alongside their own roof-specific evaluations.

Property Owners

Maintain a clearer visual record of the property after a storm.

Property Managers

Document storm-related conditions across residential and commercial properties.

Adjusters & Insurance Professionals

Review documented property conditions remotely when access is provided.

Reconstruction Teams

Revisit captured conditions after temporary repairs or demolition change the site.

Active Storm-Loss Project

Document Before Temporary Repairs Change the Site.

Tarping, board-ups, debris removal, water mitigation, and emergency repairs may begin quickly after a storm. If the property is changing rapidly, identify the request as urgent so we can evaluate timing and access.

Requesting Documentation Now?

On the Get a Quote form, choose Emergency / ASAP when asked when you need the documentation.

The Storm Damage Documentation Process

Documentation begins only after the property is safe and the included areas are accessible.

1

Tell Us About the Storm Loss

Share the property, visible conditions, current repair status, and areas that need documentation.

2

Confirm Safety & Access

We review which interior and exterior areas are safely accessible.

3

Capture the Property

We systematically document the included exterior and interior areas.

4

Deliver the Record

You receive the digital twin and supporting deliverables included in scope.

Storm Damage Documentation Questions

Common questions about documenting storm-damaged properties.

Can you document both exterior and interior storm damage?

Yes. The project scope can include safely accessible exterior conditions and interior areas affected by storm-related damage.

Can you document the property after a roof has been tarped?

Yes. Documentation can preserve the current condition even after temporary protection has been installed. When possible, earlier documentation may preserve more of the original visible condition.

What if cleanup has already started?

The property can still be documented in its current state. The resulting record will reflect conditions present at the time of capture.

Can you document hail damage?

Coastal Property Docs can document visible and safely accessible property conditions. We do not perform hail causation analysis, roof inspection, or engineering evaluation.

Can you return after repairs are completed?

Yes. A follow-up capture can preserve repaired or reconstructed conditions.

Can the model be shared with contractors or adjusters?

Digital property records can support authorized remote sharing and review. Access arrangements can be discussed based on the project.

Do you inspect the roof?

No. Coastal Property Docs provides visual and spatial property documentation. Roof inspections should be performed by appropriately qualified roofing or inspection professionals.

Does this replace an engineer, roofer, or insurance adjuster?

No. Our documentation is a visual property record and does not replace structural engineering, roofing inspection, insurance adjusting, causation analysis, appraisal, or coverage determinations.

Important: Coastal Property Docs provides visual and spatial property documentation. We do not provide structural engineering, roof inspections, insurance adjusting, causation determinations, appraisals, or insurance coverage opinions.

Preserve the Storm-Loss Condition Before Repair Changes the Property.

Tell us about the property, visible damage, temporary repairs, and current project timing. If the site is changing quickly, mark the request as urgent so we can evaluate scheduling.