Record when it appears
Note whether water follows rain, irrigation or use of a nearby fixture. State what you observed without turning timing into a confirmed diagnosis.
Use safe viewpoints
Photograph the entry and any visible area without entering standing water or a restricted space. Existing professional photos can fill in areas you cannot reach.
Collect prior work records
Drainage changes, plumbing repairs and earlier inspection reports help explain what has already been tried. Include whether a condition returned.
Resolve the source before choosing closure
EPA moisture guidance emphasizes correcting water problems. The construction scope should explain source responsibility, material repair and what needs to happen before closure.
Photos help start the review. Access, concealed conditions and required professional review can change the construction scope.