Decoding Xactimate Roofing Line Items: A Comprehensive Overview
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Today in our Xactimate Roof Line Items video, we’re going to demystify the world of roofing line items. Let’s dive in:
Organized Search:
- Begin by alphabetically searching for rooftop codes to make the process smoother.
Three Tab Roof Codes:
- Learn the codes for three-tab roofs, with and without felt, priced per shingle.
Special Roof Charges:
- Prepare for extra charges on two-story and steeper roofs for complete estimates.
Material Specifics:
- Explore line items for common materials like aluminum, fiber-coated, and more.
Commercial Grade Coating:
- Understand aluminum fiber coating, used in commercial settings to protect roofs from UV rays.
Essential Flashings:
- Learn about various flashings including chimney, continuous ridge vents, copper panels, and satellite dish detach/reset.
Drip Edge Varieties:
- Get to know different drip edge types like copper, metal clad, and gutter aprons.
Protective Coatings:
- Differentiate between elastic and aluminum roof coatings used in commercial roofing.
Ventilation Components:
- Look into exhaust caps, fiberboard, L flashing, and flash pipes for effective roof ventilation.
Corner and Strip Flashing:
- Learn the differences between cornice return and strip flashings, focusing on the measured quantity.
Shingle Varieties:
- Explore options for hip and ridge shingles and metal and mod roof membranes.
Insulation and Boards:
- Understand the use of ISO boards for insulation in specific commercial roofing.
Power Attic and Roof Vents:
- Delve into power attic vents, including replacements and roofer hourly rates.
Roofing Materials:
- Learn about rolling and mod-fit roofs, focusing on their durability, cost, and application.
Detachable Components:
- Look at detachable items like metal or plastic roof vents, turbines, and turtle vents.
Hourly Roofing Compensation:
- Understand when and how to apply hourly compensation for roofers.
Felt Types and Sheeting Boards:
- Get to know different felt types, OSB, and plywood for various roofing situations.
Step Flashing and Tear Offs:
- Learn about step flashing for specific roof designs and explore tear-off processes for tile roofs.
This video aims to clear up confusion around roofing line items, giving you the confidence to handle estimates. Stay tuned for more videos. See you next time! Goodbye!