When something happens
What to do after an accident, storm, or loss
When something goes wrong, it is hard to think straight. These checklists walk you through what to do first, what to photograph and write down, and how to report it to your insurance company.
For your home and vehicles
- After a hailstormRoof, siding, windows, and vehicles: what to check, photograph, and report.
- After a car accidentSafety, police, exchanging information, photos, and your claim.
- After hitting a deerStaying safe on a rural road, reporting it, and your auto claim.
- After water damage or a flooded basementStopping the water, drying out, mold, and what your policy may treat differently.
- After a break-in or theftSafety, the police report, listing what was taken, and your claim.
Be ready before something happens.
Save your policies in a free account, print a one-page summary with every claims phone number, and review your coverage with a licensed agent.