Blog categorized as Claims & Estimating

Better Claim Documentation Means Faster Texas Settlements
How 360-degree walkthroughs, measurement tools, thermal images and moisture readings help public adjusters and contractors build stronger Texas property claims.
Roof Waste and Dump Fees: Proving a Texas Roof Estimate
How Texas case law treats repair estimates as evidence, and how to support roof waste factors and disposal costs in a disputed Xactimate roof estimate.
ASTM E2018 and Better Property Damage Inspections in Texas
What ASTM E2018 is, why its process matters for Texas property damage inspections, and how State Farm v. Simmons shows the cost of narrow investigations.
Estimating Building Permit Costs in Texas Insurance Claims
How Texas building permit fees work, why they belong in repair estimates and property insurance claims, and how to document them so carriers pay them.