Restoration Estimates

Remote Restoration Estimating: Your Expert Partner for Contractors

As a restoration contractor, you know that precise and timely estimates are the bedrock of your business. But what happens when you don't have an on-staff estimator, or when a surge in project volume creates overwhelming overflow? At Catalyst Restoration Consulting Group, we offer specialized remote restoration estimating services designed to seamlessly support your business's growth and efficiency.

The Estimator Dilemma: Why Hiring In-House Can Be Costly

For many restoration companies, particularly smaller to mid-sized firms, bringing on a full-time, experienced estimator simply isn't economically plausible. A seasoned estimator, with years of experience handling everything from large-scale commercial fire loss projects to intricate residential water damage jobs, commands a significant salary, benefits, and overhead. This can be a substantial financial burden, especially during periods of fluctuating workload. You need top-tier expertise without the permanent commitment, and that's precisely where Catalyst provides a cost-effective solution.

More Than Just Data Entry: Hands-On Experience You Can Trust

Unlike many remote estimating companies that might rely on basic data entry personnel, our estimator isn't just someone punching numbers. With over 28 years of restoration industry experience, and more than 12 of those years dedicated specifically to estimating, our estimator truly understands what's happening on the job site and what's needed for a comprehensive and accurate estimate.

We bring hands-on experience from countless scenarios, from minor water loss incidents and complex flood damage to detailed fire cleaning and extensive reconstruction projects. This deep, practical knowledge ensures that every Xactimate estimate we prepare for your insurance repair project is not only precise but also reflects the real-world demands of the job. We speak your language and understand the nuances of restoration. Whether it's a water damage, fire loss, mold remediation, content cleaning or you're needing a detailed reconstruction estimate, we can write that for you in Xactimate. We're also highly skilled at navigating the complexities of working with the insurance company, providing thorough explanations that stands up to reasonable levels of scrutiny. If you're facing an adjuster's estimate review or need to prepare a robust supplemental claim, our experience ensures your estimates are defensible and accurate.

What We Need From You: Simple & Efficient Collaboration

Getting started with Catalyst is straightforward. To prepare your professional, accurate estimate, we only require a few key pieces of information from your project:

• Clear pictures of the project site (before, during, and after, if available).

• A sketch of the entire property with measurements (even a hand-drawn one will work).

• Any relevant notes and documentation associated with the project (e.g., drying logs, moisture readings, scope sheets).

Provide us with these details, and we'll deliver a professional, accurate estimate for you to review & provide feedback, allowing you to focus on managing your team and restoring properties. Let Catalyst be your trusted partner in preparing precise, professional estimates.