Be aware and ready in case you need to submit a flood insurance claim so that the recovery process goes swiftly and without a hitch. Have recent photographs of your residence or place of business on hand before a calamity occurs so that the insurers may easily inspect your assets. Before you start cleaning up after a flood, take detailed pictures of what occurred to your property.
Insurance companies will be able to do this for the purpose to analyze before and after pictures in an effort to assess the severity of the damage and set up a fair settlement. Make a thorough record of any missing or damaged things as you go. Retain any original receipts you may have so you may use them as proof in your claim if you possess any. Reach out to your insurance provider once you have gathered everything you need to initiate your claim.