Creating a Detailed List
A good home inventory includes a detailed list of your possessions including receipts, descriptions and photos of your home's contents.
Record purchase dates and serial numbers of small appliances and the following theft-prone items:
Along with the description of each item, attach its receipt, if possible.
- Collectibles
- Antiques
- Art objects
- Figurines
- Guns
- Paintings
- Clocks
- Silver
- Jewellery
- Furs
On antiques, art, jewelry, collectibles, and certain other items, appraisals are important. Always include the name and address of the appraiser.
- Electrical Appliances
- Lawn mowers
- Power tools
- Sewing machines
- Vacuum cleaners
- Electronic equipment
- Computers
- Digital cameras
- Printers
- Scanners
- Fax machine
- Stereos and MP3 players
- Televisions
- Video cameras
- DVD players
- CDs and DVDs
- Musical instruments
- Photography equipment
- Sports equipment
If you're making an audio or video inventory, start in one corner of the room and work your way around until the whole room has been covered. Don't forget closets, attic and basement.
Here are some useful Home Inventory Photo Tips
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