We are thrilled to announce the launch of new training for insurance claims adjusters: our Estimating Property Damages Package.
These courses, developed in partnership with a top insurance company, were created to teach the practical knowledge and estimating skills adjusters use while in the field working insurance claims. The discounted bundle includes courses that review different components and materials, as well as how to estimate damages to these systems and structures:
- Estimating Cabinets, Countertops, & Trim: Components of a residential kitchen, cabinets & countertops, materials, quality, & terminology
- Estimating Commercial Damage: Roofing, framing, exterior finishes, storefront windows & glass, plumbing, electrical, flooring, & fire-rates systems of small to mid-market commercial structures
- Estimating a Home’s Internal Structures: HVAC systems, electrical & plumbing systems, attics, and insulation
- Estimating Foundations, Framing, Windows, & Doors: Basic concepts in foundations and framing, windows and doors, materials, how to calculate damages, and tips on how to talk to contractors
- Estimating Interior Walls & Floors: Interior wall finishes, drywall, paint, plaster, different flooring materials, and shower tiles
- Estimating Mitigation & Remediation: Basics of estimating claims involving water, mold, smoke, hazardous material mitigation and remediation, water extraction, mold testing, equipment, smoke and fire cleanup, and pack-out and storage costs
- Estimating Roofs & Exterior Walls: Types of residential building roofs, siding, and veneers, identifying styles and materials, installing and repairing roofs, exterior wall finishes, and masonry veneers
In 2020, 97% of all homeowners insurance claims were property damage claims. Whether those involved fire, flood, or other perils, an insurance adjuster needs to understand a property’s basics before they can estimate any damages for the claim.
Who Should Take These Courses
We’re often asked, “Ok, I got my adjuster license, but what’s next? How do I actually do the job? What can I do to make myself stand out to employers?”
Our Estimating Property Damage package takes insurance claims training to the next level, giving adjusters the ability to correctly identify construction materials and building components so they can write accurate damage assessments in Xactimate.
If you’re a new or relatively inexperienced insurance claims adjuster who is planning on working property claims and you’re familiar with Xactimate, these courses are perfect for you. We do highly recommend you have a working knowledge of Xactimate or take our Tactical Xactimate Training before moving on to the property damage courses. You will be working in the software on simulated claims, so it’s vital you understand and can operate Xactimate.
Knowing your way around construction materials and building basics is vital if you want to write claims efficiently and accurately. These courses will give you the knowledge and skills to walk into a property damage claim settlement confidently.
You can purchase these courses individually and some are approved for CE credit in certain states. However, we recommend the package since it will give you the most complete skill set and save you money. If you have questions about these courses or need help deciding what training you need, get in touch with us. We’re here to help.
