FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
We use an estimating software called Xactimate. This software is independantly created and unit pricing is reflective of our working zip code area. The company Xactware updates our pricing monthly after analysis of the material and labor prices for our area. We create a room by room or area by area estimate with line item detail of what is to be done.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
We do participate in continuing education. Most recently I have become a certified lead paint renovator.
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
I discovered this industry in 1986, almost by accident. I was looking for a new job and answered an ad for "construction estimator". I suppose I always knew there were home damages that required filing a claim but I never thought about there being an industry of people providing services to handle this specialty type of work. I got the job and have grown and expanded in the industry ever since.