Initial Damage Documentation

The first photos and readings set the tone for your entire claim. We capture every detail from day one so nothing gets missed.

Professional Initial Damage Documentation restoration service
Professional Initial Damage Documentation restoration service
Professional Initial Damage Documentation restoration service

Claims Start With Proof

Insurance adjusters don’t see your property in person — they see your claim file. If those first photos and readings are incomplete, coverage shrinks. Our team documents everything immediately: water lines, soaked materials, moisture readings, and detailed notes, giving your adjuster the full picture.

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  • 24/7 Emergency Help — Same-day response when it matters

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Our 3-Step Restoration Process

Every hidden damage documented

Moisture, odor, and material issues mapped and logged for full coverage.

Containment and drying started immediately

We stop the spread on arrival and prevent secondary damage.

Insurance coverage secured, home restored

We prepare adjuster-ready files and push your claim forward to approval.

Why Homeowner Photos Aren’t Enough

Every angle and detail captured in the format adjusters expect.

Initial Damage Documentation equipment and restoration process
Initial Damage Documentation equipment and restoration process
Initial Damage Documentation equipment and restoration process
Initial Damage Documentation equipment and restoration process
Initial Damage Documentation documentation and completed results
Initial Damage Documentation documentation and completed results
Initial Damage Documentation documentation and completed results
Initial Damage Documentation documentation and completed results

How We Capture It Right

We photograph every affected surface, log moisture readings, and note the condition of structural elements. Photos and logs are time-stamped and organized for easy submission to your insurance company.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Professional Photos

Every angle and detail captured in the format adjusters expect.

Moisture Logs

Readings taken with professional meters and recorded daily.

Insurance-Ready Trail

Documentation compiled neatly for adjuster review.

Insurance-Ready Trail

Creates a clear, detailed record that maximizes your coverage.

HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT RESTORATION?

Here are some of the things Oregon homeowners ask us most before starting a job:

How fast can your crews get here in an emergency?

Does Insurance usually covers water or mold damage?

Do i have to pay anything out of pocket?

Can you guarantee odor and mold wont come back?

What Oregon Homeowners Say About Rutman

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DON’T LET A HALF-FIX COST YOU MORE.

Start Your Claim With Proof That Holds Up

Don’t risk missing details. Call today for complete initial damage documentation that protects your claim.

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Best time for us to call?

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