Why use xactimate

As an example, a property may not be easily accessible and certain construction equipment, such as a backhoe, cannot gain access to the property.

A note explaining the necessity of this type of additional cost will be useful for anyone reviewing the estimate. A computer cannot replace the knowledge of a local, experienced construction professional as to the materials, time and labor costs associated with a job. Saves them a lot of time and effort. One is to take the time to do a complete and thorough inspection to either verify or argue with your estimate, then develop their own Xactimate estimate.

The other is to take a quick look to see that your Xactimate looks to be reasonably accurate, then to simply copy your line items into one of their own. You can also send the Adjuster the Xactimate data base file where they simply have the alter a few items and it becomes their own including their own company header, etc. I personally believe there is great value in using the sketch tool in Xactimate to diagram the roof, siding, interior damage, etc… This puts the Adjuster in the position of either making accurate measurements or simply using the ones you provide.

The reality is, when there has been a storm, the Adjusters seem to be very, very busy. I strongly feel the Xactimate tool works well in putting the Contractor and the Adjuster on a common ground. I would add one other benefit. I have been on storms where roofers were making a killing using our xactimate prices…xactimate is generally even or higher than the normal market conditions.

That is true. I think its because you guys never like to add on for any materials that get wasted, such as shingle cut offs. Accurate, comprehensive pricing data. Accurate, comprehensive pricing data Xactimate gives you access to the most accurate and up-to-date pricing databases available in the United States and Canada. Each structural repair and cleaning database contains more than 10, unit-cost line items. For each line item, Xactimate provides: Labor costs Labor productivity rates for new construction and restoration Labor burden and overhead Material costs Equipment costs The costs reflect the unique challenges of insurance repair, with unit costs for such tasks as mold remediation, water extraction, hazardous cleanup, and much more.

A tree menu would be helpful. Also, a little more flexibility in the amount of overhead and profit to be applied to specific line items if the amount varies depending on the trade would be nice. Widely accepted by contractors and insurance companies for creating accurate repair estimates. A little clunky at times. Hard to find needed line items unless you know exactly what you're looking for.

I love Xactimate because it is the tool most used to make my living. I like that it is widely accepted by insurance carriers. It is fairly simple to navigate. There are a few categories that are not in line with market value.

If you aren't aware of the deficiencies you could find yourself short on an estimate. Drywall is severely lacking compared to market value. Construction Software. Xactimate Software. Learn More. Product Overview. User Reviews.