After tropical storm damage, and before any repairs begin, these are the areas of a property most likely to have been affected:
- The building envelope — roof, walls, windows, and doors — for storm damage.
- Interior rooms for water intrusion, staining, and structural movement.
- Mechanical and electrical systems for storm exposure.
See the first-24-hours guide for what to do before and while documenting this damage, and how reported tropical storm measurements translate to property damage.