Emergency Home Repair Checklist

Protect people, stop escalating damage and capture the information insurers and emergency contractors need.

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Make safe

Move people and pets away from dangerCall emergency services when requiredShut off water only from a safe dry positionAvoid damaged wiring, gas and unstable areas

Limit damage

Place containers under safe minor dripsMove dry valuables from the affected areaPrevent entry to unsafe roomsUse emergency board-up or extraction professionals

Document & recover

Photograph conditions before cleanupRecord times, calls and temporary actionsContact the insurer when appropriateKeep invoices and damaged-item records

TURN FINDINGS INTO A PLAN

Tools for your next step

Measure the affected area, compare a complete project scope or use safe first checks for a problem you found.

SAFE CHECKSSump Pump Not WorkingFollow dry-ground limits while rising water is active.Open →SAFE CHECKSWater Heater LeakingRecognize gas, hot-water and electrical stop conditions.Open →SAFE CHECKSGarage Opener Not WorkingKeep clear of damaged springs, cables and heavy doors.Open →

SAFETY BOUNDARY

Inspect, plan and document

Life safety comes before property. Leave for fire, gas odor, carbon-monoxide alarm, structural movement, rising floodwater or live electrical exposure and call the relevant emergency service from safety.

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