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Technical Tip Tuesday Presented by DocuSketch

Cut Down Site Visits with Smarter Restoration Documentation

Capture key documentation with full tours and moisture readings to save you time, improve transparency and reduce jobsite visits

By Kayla McGowan
December 30, 2025

Welcome back to another Technical Tip Tuesday brought to by the team at DocuSketch. This week’s tip is shared by Holly Baldwin, Senior Customer Success Manager at DocuSketch. She shares how you can make your first visit to the jobsite count by capturing a full site tour before placing the equipment or right after and making it a standard practice. All your technicians should be able to handle daily checks, snap key documentation regardless of who is onsite. 

Why? It adds a date and time stamp, builds a clear timeline, and saves your Project Manager from unnecessary trips. Include moisture meter photos and additional notes for extra transparency it perfect for sharing with both the adjusters and homeowners.

This approach reduces windshield time, improves communication and ensures every visit is documented properly. A few extra minutes on-site can save hours of back-and-forth later.

See you next week!

More Tips in This Series

  • Boosting Credibility in Restoration Claims
  • Staying Consistent, Strategy and Scaling
  • 360 Imagery & Estimating Shortcuts
  • How Tripod Placement Impacts Accuracy in Sketching
  • Why 360 Imaging Is a Game-Changer for Restoration Documentation and Accuracy
  • How Estimators Can Build a Strong Reputation in Restoration
  • How Technology Improves Accuracy in Restoration Sketching
  • Xactimate Estimating Evolves with New Technology
  • Why Proper Documentation Is Critical for Large Restoration Jobs and Commercial Projects
  • Why Reputation Matters for Estimators in the Restoration Industry
  • Cut Down Site Visits with Smarter Restoration Documentation
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Kayla McGowan is the Editor-in-Chief of R&R Magazine, with 10 years of experience in marketing and communications in the restoration and cleaning industry. She leads the editorial strategy for R&R and The Experience Events, creating content that informs and connects industry professionals. 

Kayla holds a B.S. in Criminal Science and M.S. in Public Safety and Emergency Management from Grand Canyon University. She serves as Co-Chair on the RIA’s Marketing Committee.

Kayla is a Microbial Warrior®, a Certified Forensic Operator® and a High Risk/ High Level Decontamination Specialist™. Kayla is passionate about elevating the industry, is a food lover, enjoys spending time with her family, and embracing the outdoors.

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