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Estimating note

Xactimate habits that save a supplement

Last reviewed

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In short

Many supplements trace back to the first estimate. This note will cover writing habits that make the first version complete and easy to review, so fewer items need to be argued later.

Start from an accurate sketch

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Write notes a reviewer can follow

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Tie every line to a photo

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Check for common omissions before sending

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  1. Missing items on water mitigation estimatesLine items that often go missing from water mitigation estimates, and how to document them so they hold up in review.Reviewed
  2. Insurer vs. contractor estimates: reading the gapWhy an insurer's estimate and a contractor's estimate for the same loss can differ, and how to compare them line by line.Reviewed