Use official conditions for the next decision.
If a shared property is involved, identify the building manager or owner as well as the public utility contact. Cleanup scope and responsibility need separate confirmation. Check the observation time and your route. Never drive through water or enter an unsafe building to take photos.
Content reviewed September 10, 2026.
Keep a simple record.
Save safely taken photos, estimates, and receipts together. Use the damage checklist to keep the next conversation clear.
