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Pre-Claim Inspection Report

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Pre-Claim Inspection Report

No.PCI-2026-033

1. General Information

Inspection date7/14/2026 Time2:00 PM — 3:30 PM
Address654 Maple Drive, Denver, CO 80201 Basis for inspectionInsurance claim after storm damage
Expert Karen White , Insurance Adjuster

2. Object of Inspection

Object typenot filled in Object name654 Maple Drive
Technical conditionnot filled in Release date1/1/2000

3. Inspection Conditions

Inspection conditions are not selected.

4. Damage Assessment

No.Damage descriptionPhotos
1- 3not filled in
2- 3not filled in

5. Additional Information

Identification was carried outPolicy: HOM-2026-12345, Claim: CLM-2026-67890
There are remarksWater damage to living room ceiling and walls due to roof leak. Estimated repair cost $4,500.

6. Inspection Participants

No.Full namePosition / statusComment
1Karen WhiteInsurance AdjusterLead inspector
2Tom HarrisPolicyholderPresent during inspection

Signatures

______________________________
Karen White, Insurance Adjuster
______________________________
Karen White
______________________________
Tom Harris

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Purpose and Procedure for Drafting the Document

What is a Pre-Claim Inspection Report?

A pre-claim inspection report documents damage to a property before an insurance claim is processed. It includes a detailed assessment of damage, cause analysis, and photographic evidence to support the claim.

Key Sections of the Report

The report includes inspection information (date, inspector, policy/claim numbers), property details, damage assessment (location, type, severity, estimated repair cost), cause of damage, photo documentation, conclusions, and signatures.

Who Uses This Document?

Insurance adjusters, inspectors, and policyholders use this report to document damage and facilitate claim processing. It provides an objective record for the insurer to assess coverage.

Insurance Claim Filing

After an event such as a storm, fire, or burglary, the policyholder or adjuster conducts a pre-claim inspection to document damage. The report is submitted with the claim to support the assessment.

Claim Dispute Resolution

If there is a disagreement about the extent of damage, the pre-claim report serves as an objective record. It can be used in mediation or legal proceedings.

Risk Assessment for Underwriting

Insurers may use pre-claim inspection reports to evaluate risk for future policies, especially if the property has a history of claims.

Contractor Estimates

Contractors use the damage assessment section to prepare repair estimates. The report provides a clear scope of work based on documented damage.

Legal Evidence

In cases of suspected fraud or liability disputes, the pre-claim report provides documented evidence of the condition and cause of damage.

  1. 1

    Open the Template

    Open the pre-claim inspection report template in the online editor to begin documenting the damage.

  2. 2

    Enter Inspection and Policy Details

    Fill in the inspection date, inspector name and company, policy number, claim number, and property address.

  3. 3

    Assess and Document Damage

    For each damage entry, record the location, type, description, severity, and estimated repair cost. The template supports multiple damage entries for comprehensive coverage.

  4. 4

    Identify Cause of Damage

    Describe the cause of damage and select a category (weather, accident, wear and tear, vandalism, other). This helps the insurer determine coverage.

  5. 5

    Add Photos and Signatures

    Upload overview and close-up photos of the damage. Complete the overall assessment and recommendations, and capture signatures of the inspector and policyholder.

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Document Sections

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General Information

Inspection date, inspector name and company, policy and claim numbers, property address.

Object of Inspection

Property details including type, year built, and occupancy status.

Inspection Conditions

Environmental conditions and access notes during inspection.

Damage Assessment

Detailed assessment of damage including location, type, severity, and estimated repair cost.

Additional Information

Overall assessment, cause of damage, and recommendations for claim processing.

Inspection Participants

List of participants including inspector and policyholder.

Signatures

Signatures of the inspector and policyholder.

Document Fields and Columns

General Information

Inspection date
Date of the pre-claim inspection.
Time
Time of the inspection.
Address
Address of the insured property.
Basis for inspection
Basis for inspection (e.g., insurance claim).
Expert
Name of the insurance adjuster or inspector.

Object of Inspection

Object type
Type of property (e.g., residential, commercial).
Object name
Name or identifier of the property.
Technical condition
Overall condition of the property.
Release date
Year the property was built.

Damage Assessment

No.
Sequential number for each damage entry.
Element
Location of damage (e.g., roof, foundation).
Defect
Type of damage (e.g., water, fire, impact).
Localization
Specific area within the location.
Volume
Extent or quantity of damage.
Unit
Unit of measurement (e.g., sq ft, linear ft).
Repair type
Severity of damage (e.g., minor, moderate, severe).
Repair
Recommended repair action.
Photos
Photographs of the damage.
Damage description
Detailed description of the damage.

Inspection Participants

No.
Sequential number for each participant.
Full name
Name of the participant.
Position / status
Role or title of the participant.
Comment
Additional comments about the participant.

Frequently Asked Questions about Photo Reports and Photo Tables

When should a pre-claim inspection be conducted?

The inspection should be conducted as soon as possible after the damage occurs, before any repairs are made. This ensures the damage is documented in its original state.

Who typically conducts the inspection?

An insurance adjuster or a licensed inspector appointed by the insurer usually conducts the inspection. Policyholders may also document damage themselves, but an official report carries more weight.

What types of damage can be documented?

The report can document water damage, fire damage, impact damage, wind damage, vandalism, and other types. The damage type is selected from a predefined list.

Is an estimated repair cost required?

The estimated repair cost is optional. It can be provided if the inspector has sufficient information, but it is not always determined on site.

How does this report help with claim approval?

The report provides objective, documented evidence of the damage and its cause, which helps the insurer assess the claim accurately and process it more efficiently.

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