Document the source
- save plumber or roofer notes
- record when the leak began and stopped
- photograph the source before repair
- note storm timing when relevant
Homeowner guide
Water-damage records to keep
Photos, source notes, drying logs, estimates, invoices, and policy questions.
Document mitigation
- affected-room list
- material removal photos
- equipment dates
- moisture readings
Separate decisions
- mitigation versus rebuild
- covered loss versus maintenance
- flood or sewage endorsements
- deductible and approval requirements
Reference points
Verify safety, weather, moisture, and hiring decisions.
EPA mold and moisture guide
Federal homeowner guidance on moisture control and mold cleanup.
National Weather Service Huntsville
Current watches, warnings, and local weather-safety information.
Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board
State guidance for checking licensing, references, insurance, and written contracts.
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Address-level flood-hazard research; it does not determine insurance coverage or diagnose a property.