Water damage can strike when you least expect it, and in Odenton, MD, everything from flash floods to pipe bursts can quickly affect your home. When filing a homeowners insurance claim, how you document the damage can significantly impact how much you’re reimbursed.



At America Restoration, we help local homeowners through the restoration and claims process every day. Here's how to properly document your damage to ensure the strongest case possible.

5 Essential Tips for Documenting Water Damage:

1. Take Immediate Photos and Videos
   Use your phone or camera to take clear pictures of all affected areas. Capture both wide shots and close-ups of damage to walls, flooring, furniture, and belongings.
2. Create a Detailed Inventory
   Make a list of everything that was damaged. Include the item name, original cost, purchase date (if known), and estimated replacement value.
3. Save All Receipts
   Document your expenses—this includes emergency repairs, cleaning services, hotel stays, or temporary housing if your home becomes uninhabitable.
4. Don’t Discard Damaged Items Yet
   Hold onto affected items until your insurance adjuster has reviewed them or gives you the go-ahead to dispose of them.
5. Request a Professional Assessment
   Our certified team at America Restoration provides comprehensive damage reports that meet insurance standards and support your claim.

Need Help with the Claims Process?

Water damage is overwhelming enough—you shouldn’t have to handle the paperwork alone. At America Restoration, we work with insurance providers and adjusters to help our clients in Odenton document, restore, and recover efficiently.

Dealing with water damage in your Odenton home?
Call America Restoration today for emergency response and expert claims support.