Understanding the Nuances of a Restoration Estimate or "Hiding the Broccoli"
Projects have varying complexities that can make restoration estimating difficult. But calculating and presenting the estimate is not the most challenging part. One of the most difficult parts of restoration estimating is ensuring all your costs are covered so you maintain a healthy profit margin. Figuring in a profit is relatively easy to do, and it gets easier with experience. But you also want to cover everything with little pushback from adjusters. That is often easier said than done, but reaching an agreement on a completed and accurate estimate with the carrier can be accomplished.
