Immediate steps to take after a loss to your home and/or property:

Look for potential safety risks.
Take reasonable steps to prevent further damage.
If the loss was caused by theft, notify the police.
Make a written list of what was damaged, destroyed or stolen (write down any info you can remember about the property).
If a credit card has been stolen, notify the issuing financial institution immediately.
Keep an accurate record of repair expenditures.
Separate items that can be cleaned or repaired.
Check with your claims representative before discarding any items you plan to claim as damaged.
Review your policy for specific coverage information.