Exploring Xactimate Metal Roofing Estimates: A Simple Guide

Hi everyone!

Today, we’re diving into metal roofing estimates with Xactimate. It’s surprisingly straightforward. Let’s get started with a few easy steps:

Access the Roof Section:

• First, open the roofing section and choose your roof. We’re using a gable roof for our example.

Basic Metal Roofing:

• Just type “metal roof,” and the system automatically adds the metal roofing line item and its price.

Remove and Replace:

• If there’s an existing metal roof, select “remove and replace” for an accurate cost. Add a metal ridge cap if the roof has a ridge.

Adjusting for Shed Roofs:

• For shed roofs that use lower-grade metal, pick the “standard” option and remove the initial line item for more accuracy.

Metal Eve Trims and Drip Edge:

• Metal eve trims and drip edges are important. The thickness (gauge) is key – a lower gauge means stronger metal. Don’t miss metal eve trims, especially for commercial properties.

Common Line Items:

• Focus on frequently used line items. Skip rare ones like cleaning the roof or N wall flashing.

Ventilation and Flashing:

• Look at standard vents, side flashing, soffit standing, and standard standing seam metal roofing.

Understanding Ribbed Metal:

• “Ribbed” metal roofing usually has squiggly lines and is common for sheds. Gauge 24 is thicker and costlier than gauge 26.

Metal Roof Painting:

• You have the option to add painting for aesthetic reasons.

Standing Seam Metal Roofing:

• Check out “standing seam” metal roofing. Insurance companies often prefer it for replacements, but it can be argued for in different situations.

Final Thoughts:

• Metal roofing estimates can be quite simple, sometimes just one or two line items. A basic metal roof item might suffice for roofs without ridges or eaves.

Remember, simplicity is key with metal roofing estimates. Looking forward to our next session!

Cheers!