CPR Insurance Estimating & Xactimate 2

Question 1

In Xactimate, what does the abbreviation 'RFG' typically represent in a roofing line item?

Accepted Answer

Remove and replace roofing felt/grade

Answer

RFG stands for Remove and Replace (a common Xactimate prefix convention) applied to roofing felt or grade materials.

Question 2

Which Xactimate pricing database category would a restorer use when estimating the cost to apply antimicrobial solution to walls after water damage?

Accepted Answer

WTR — Water Damage

Answer

Antimicrobial application following water damage is categorized under WTR (Water Damage) in Xactimate's division structure.

Question 3

When a carrier requests an 'Actual Cash Value' estimate, what adjustment must the restorer apply to replacement cost line items?

Accepted Answer

Subtract depreciation

Answer

ACV estimates require subtracting depreciation from the replacement cost to reflect the item's current market value.

Question 4

In Xactimate, the 'F9' function key is primarily used to:

Accepted Answer

Insert a line item note or comment

Answer

F9 opens the notes/comments field for an individual line item, allowing the estimator to document scope clarifications.

Question 5

A restorer discovers hardwood flooring beneath carpet during a water loss. Under what condition should both floor types be included in the estimate?

Accepted Answer

When the hardwood is also damaged and would not have been disturbed otherwise

Answer

Both surfaces should be estimated only when the underlying hardwood sustained damage that necessitates its repair as part of the scope.

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