Residential Estimating

This two week course is part 2 of the 3 week Property Adjusting course. The best value is to enroll in the full 3 week course.

Vale is now offering select courses with a hybrid option*.

The Residential Estimating course is delivered virtually most months but once per quarter we offer a hybrid option. The hybrid format allows for the initial portion of the course to be delivered virtually with the final week providing an option for students to continue virtually or join us at our Arlington, TX facility to experience our claims house, framing displays, mock-ups and classroom materials. Students choosing the classroom-based delivery will travel to our Arlington, TX facility to get hands-on training along with extra time with the instructor.

*Hybrid option – Student chooses in the final week of the program to continue with the virtual format or travel to or Arlington, TX facility to experience live, hands-on training. Lunch will be provided each day for students.

Designed for: Designed for the field adjuster, desk examiner, public adjuster and restoration contractor handling all levels of dwelling damage estimating.

Key Learning Objective: This two-week class teaches students how to scope and prepare thorough and accurate estimates on residential dwelling damage using their choice of leading automated estimating systems. All phases of residential construction are introduced including framing, windows and doors, interior and exterior finishes, roofing and mechanical systems. Class discussion includes material identification, nomenclature, measurement, damages, repair versus replacement, and unit cost analyses. Hands-on scoping and estimating exercises are incorporated into the instruction.

The emphasis is on learning to prepare complete, detailed and accurate estimates on damaged dwellings. After successfully completing this course, the student will have the skills and knowledge to prepare a complete and accurate electronic estimate for minor to moderate interior and exterior residential dwelling damage.

Prerequisites:

Attendees must be capable of operating Windows-based programs. Sponsors will need to indicate estimating program selection at the time of Registration.

Syllabus:

Introduction 
Definitions, Estimating, Scoping 
Diagramming, Trades, Tools 

Rough Carpentry 
Floors, Walls, Roofs 

Interior 
Plaster, Drywall, Ceilings, Paneling 

Millwork 
Trim, Cabinets, Countertops, Stairs

Doors, Windows, Glass 
Types and Materials 

Flooring 
Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet 

Decorating 
Paint, Wallpaper 
Restoration, Deodorizing 

Exterior 
Siding, Trim, Soffits 
Gutters, Fences 

Roofing 
Roof Styles, Materials 
Measurements 

Masonry 
Concrete, Block, Brick 
Chimneys, Stucco 

HVAC 
Types, Insulation, Ductwork 

Plumbing 
Rough and Finish 
Water Heaters 
Supply, Containment, Drain 

Electrical 
Service, Fixtures 

Damages 
Estimating exercises that cover damages resulting from fire, water, wind, hail, hurricanes, collision and ensuing losses. 

This course uses the latest versions of: 

PowerClaim
Simsol
Symbility
Xactimate