Before, during and after job photos: a simple evidence workflow
Using consistent stages makes a photographic record much easier to understand. Instead of a mixed camera roll, the evidence tells the story of the job from starting condition to completion.
Before: establish the starting point
Record existing condition, nearby finishes, access limitations and relevant defects before work begins. Wider context shots are particularly valuable here.
During: capture what will be hidden
This stage is often the hardest to recreate later. Photograph preparation, routes, fixings, layers, materials and intermediate stages before they are covered.
After: show completion clearly
Take a finished overview plus detail images where appropriate. If a snag or defect was corrected, capture the resolved condition as its own evidence rather than relying on memory.
Keep the sequence consistent
Consistent labels make searching and reviewing easier across many jobs. ClientCam uses evidence types such as Before, During and After so those stages can stay attached to the relevant job instead of being lost in the general camera roll.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need before photos on every job?
Not every task needs the same evidence, but recording the starting condition is useful whenever condition, damage, access or scope could later be questioned.
What should I photograph during a job?
Focus on meaningful stages, especially work that will later be concealed or difficult to inspect.
Are after photos enough for the customer?
They can be enough for simple jobs, but before-and-during evidence provides much more context when the scope or process matters.