New York.
Your local starting point.
Find official guidance from New York State Office of Emergency Management, then organize your records and the questions you want answered.
1. Check official local updates.
New York State Office of Emergency Management
Check the agency’s current notices, local guidance, and recovery information. Follow links to your county, municipality, or island authority when available.
Use the official agency for current local instructions and service availability.
More help in New York
New York’s DFS disaster center covers financial and insurance recovery questions, while DHSES explains the state’s individual-assistance coordination. These serve different purposes from a private property inspection.
New York DFS: Disaster and Flood Recovery
Find disaster-related insurance questions, help routes and links to assistance resources. Confirm policy-specific answers with your insurer and current eligibility with the program administrator.
New York DHSES: Individual Assistance
Understand the state section that coordinates assistance for affected individuals and families. Use its guidance and contact route for the relevant recovery program.
Program availability and eligibility depend on the event and location. These official resources do not establish NDI inspection availability or endorse a contractor. Sources checked 2026-10-28.
2. Organize your property records.
When access is safe and permitted, organize photos and notes by room or property area. Keep the date, visible condition, receipts, and your questions together. You can start with records you already have while waiting for access.
Use the free checklist →3. Choose the help you need.
Recovery assistance
Explore official assistance starting points and confirm eligibility directly with the provider.
Your insurer
Use your policy documents to identify the exact company and its official claims channel.
A qualified professional
Confirm the legal business name, relevant credentials, and permitted work in New York before hiring.
Questions about New York resources
Where should I look for current local updates?
Start with New York State Office of Emergency Management and the relevant local authority. This page does not display a live emergency alert feed.
Does this page mean I can book an inspection?
No. It is a resource hub. Inspection availability, scope, eligibility, and delivery terms must be confirmed before booking opens.
Can I use this information without giving my contact details?
Yes. Browse these links and use the checklist without creating an account. External organizations have their own services and privacy terms.