Homeowner guide
Before cleanup begins, take photos from multiple angles if conditions are safe. Include the whole tree, close-ups of damage, the trunk base, and any blocked access points.
Write down the time of the storm, what part of the property was hit, and whether there are leaks, broken windows, damaged gutters, or unsafe rooms.
Keep receipts and notes from emergency tree work, cleanup, and related temporary repairs. Those details can be useful when speaking with your insurance company.