In today’s restoration climate, documentation is the name of the game. There are continuous innovations in technology in the restoration industry, including how we take and store photos of our jobs. By taking 360° photos, upon arrival at the property, the 360° camera documents condition and damages to the property – and gives you the ability to look back later at every single angle and square inch of space. Explaining to the owner that you are taking photos of everything in the area can eliminate complaints and reduces the potential for fraud by the property owner.
One of the major benefits of using 360° photos is that it saves time on scoping damages and allows for creating a more accurate estimate by reviewing the photos while preparing the estimate. The 360° camera captures everything visible in the area in an instant. Also, by rotating and zooming in and out, others within a company reviewing documents and estimates can see everything for themselves in a way 2D images don’t allow. This opens the door for those in-house reviewing estimates to see if anything was missed, and make sure the estimate and scope of work are on par before submitting it to the insurance company or adjuster. Taking final photos after the project is done can also ensure, in a whole new way, the project was done right.