How to take photos that settle disputes
One good photo can end an argument.
- Shoot before you touch anything. Capture existing damage and conditions first.
- Include context. A wide shot, then a close-up of the detail.
- Photograph labels and serial numbers. They prove which equipment you worked on.
- Shoot the finished work. Show clean, complete results from the same angles as before.
- Store them with the job. Keep them until your warranty period ends.
Common questions
Do I need permission to take photos?
Ask the customer and avoid personal items in frame.
How long should I keep photos?
At least as long as you stand behind the work. Verify with your attorney.
See also the contractor guides and free tools.
General information, not legal or financial advice. Verify with your attorney or accountant.
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