Beginner Xactimate Version X1 Walkthrough with Alena Wilson

[@tbone4572]

As a beginner to xactimate, I found your video to be precise and accurate training for us newbies. Thanks

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Ty! Glad it was helpful!😊​

[@nellosabato6247]

This was great. First time using xactimate. I’m not so intimidated now. Thank you. Gonna sketch my house now and practice some claims.

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad to hear it Nello! Excellent work in getting right in there and practicing on your own home :)

[@malikcallum5699]

Instablaster.

[@BatesCommission]

I just started a water and fire mitigation company and i must say this video is the best

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Ron! I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@jonellecellucci4848]

This was so helpful. I thought it would be a lot more complicated but this video gets you started with just the right amount of information.

[@EstimateMastery]

Oh, I'm so glad it helped!

[@justincarnes1]

independent adjuster heading to my first assignment with 12 hours notice these videos are clutch thank you so much

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad to help!

[@KJBretto3214]

Hey bro, I’m getting my license now to start doing field claim adjusting. How is it going for you??

[@TWill-xs5ev]

How is it going ?

[@23neightdog]

Just starting with a firm that uses xactimate, this is priceless. Thank you.

[@EstimateMastery]

You're very welcome!

[@mileeja]

Same.

[@troyfire109]

Great Job. My position changed at work and now I have to write estimates. I always said estimators are gods. You made understanding the program easy. Thanks for posting the video

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Tom! I appreciate you letting me know that you're enjoying the info - I wish you well in your new job.

[@LiveYourMagic]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise Aleena. Deeply appreciate your kindness.

[@EstimateMastery]

You are so welcome! I'm glad to hear that my videos are helpful.

[@scottliberacki3304]

I just got my 620 All lines Adjuster license.. This helped me save money and learn what I need to know to get a job. THANK YOU

[@scottliberacki3304]

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[@EstimateMastery]

You're very welcome Scott!! Glad to be of service...good luck in your new endeavor!

[@thekemizumishow223]

Thanks for this simple, beginner-friendly show. You explained it so well it was so helpful!

[@EstimateMastery]

Oh good! I am so glad it was helpful!

[@devincreek4170]

Thank you so much for this video. I feel like I am ready to purchase my subscription and create my first ever supplement report. Lots of years in the industry and have never had to work on insurance claims. thank you so much!

[@arnelserna4485]

That was fantastic tutorial training. I am just watching tuturials since i dont have idea about xactimate program but I am really interestred to learn though i dont have training on sketching or engineering. This video encourages me to learn this applicatipon. Thanks

[@tarrenceharmon1051]

I had used the older version of Xactimate back in 2012, but have found this latest version exceptionally great. The tutorial was also very intuitive. The host was awesome and extremely knowledgeable. GREAT piece!

[@chylehelm8877]

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[@activeinfinity1]

I needed a review because it's been a few years since I was an adjuster. This is perfect! Thank you!

[@KeepPushingForward_mindset]

Hello How do I become an adjuster? What school should I sign up for?

[@seanjuanatl]

Thank you. I am a new adjuster, I start training next month.This was very helpful!

[@martinduffy3835]

Great video... I am an experienced Designer with Chief Architect and found this to be similar. Thx

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad it was helpful!

[@zsmith792]

I've been consuming your content all morning, and I just have to say that not only is your info very helpful, You are quite funny!

[@karladanford9493]

First time I've watched it one of your videos. Only have one computer so I took notes. Ready and not intimidated to get into Xactimate. Explanations were easily understood. I thought it was great.

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks for letting me know you enjoyed the video Karla! Let me know if you have any questions - you may always feel free to reach out at [e-mail]

[@donwhite4701]

I have used Xactimate for insurance and property management companies. I also have used XactRemodel with a couple of different remodeling companies. I am "retired" but still do a few drawings and design work and some estimating. I checked out your videos because someone came to me who was looking for a good estimating program. I recommended XactRemodel and I was looking for some training videos to get them started. I do appreciate your presentation because you go through on a straight line to get them started. When I started with Xactamate they took us through most of the different ways to use the program all at once, THAT was so confusing that we had to almost get rid of all that was said and just find a way to get an estimate done. We didn't realize that there is about 4 -5 ( maybe more) ways to do an estimate, so that wasn't clear when first introduced us to the program, the other guy from our company just gave up and left me to figure it out.

[@EstimateMastery]

I'm glad you're finding my training helpful! Sounds like you've been through the wringer a bit on your journey to learn the software - I feel for you as I had to basically figure it out on my own as I went along in the beginning as well. That's also why I started my training company as I witness quite a bit of poor training out there in the industry. Thanks for the feedback - I appreciate you!

[@yakthebrand6941]

Soon, I will be using Xactimate on a new project, wanted to get an overview of what to expect. You nailed it! 🫡👍🏾 Very straight forward -Thank you!

[@annaschmidt7107]

Love it. I'm starting training as an adjuster for an insurance company, and we are starting on Xactimate this week. Great reinforcement.

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Anna! I'm glad you found it helpful. Good luck!

[@janaedavies2887]

Thank you, your video was very helpful in learning the basic ins and outs of the Xactimate program.

[@deeyondion1693]

Great Job. You have the heart of a teacher and I am happy to subscribe. I currently work as a secretary, but am thinking of changing careers to become a Desk Adjuster (because I do not want to go out into the field and climb roofs). Your video is very useful because I use it to determine whether or not I feel that this is something I would be comfortable doing. And it is!!!

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Deeyon for the kind words! Good luck working towards becoming a desk adjuster! I'm sure I'll see you around my channel.😊​

[@jstringfellow1961]

GREAT content. Very helpful. I've gone through many of your videos. Your teaching skills are excellent. Thank you.

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Jude! I'm so glad you're finding my content helpful!

[@brookeescue5569]

I am trying to get into Field Adjusting vs a workers' comp adjuster. This was really helpful and I am hoping to view more of Alena's training. She explains it well.

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Brooke! I'm glad you're finding it helpful!

[@joannemarienunez7125]

Yayks! Great work! Newbie to the industry (new mom ;) too ), decided to work from home and found a client who belongs to the Restoration Management. I will be linking this video to my training manual ..

[@EstimateMastery]

That is awesome!

[@richardvanepps4736]

This video was explained very well, step by step. Very easy to follow and understand.

[@EstimateMastery]

So glad it was helpful!

[@adriennespratt3783]

Excellent video, I'm trying to learn Xactimate. I will watch this video again, along with other videos you've created. I don't understand the thumbs down on this.

[@EstimateMastery]

Thank you. I'm really glad you're finding the videos helpful.

[@lauramakenna8795]

An excellent tutorial for either first timer or refresher. Very thorough and kept simple. I'm headed to the next one. Keep up the great work. Very appreciative!

[@jerryalvarez1967]

getting into the field, your video was awesome, very clear, detailed and to the point. thank you for your time!

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad to hear I could be of help Jerry :)

[@7576336900]

This video has helped me in so many ways. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge

[@EstimateMastery]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! Thanks!

[@alisagordon3070]

I loved this video as a new adjuster it was GOLD! Thanks so much

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad it was helpful! I appreciate you letting me know :)

[@charlesoliveri410]

Informative and taught fluently for a seasoned adjuster coming back from my industry hiatus. Awesome refresher thanks. See you on the next one.

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Charles! Glad to help!😊​

[@geminimarse]

Thank you for this video, I am a new adjuster and have had a hard time finding training to do xactimate. I want to be able to do supplementing as well so I look forward to your next class, it appears I just missed it.

[@EstimateMastery]

We will be doing a webinar next week if you'd be interested in that!! 4/17 at 3 pm CST.

[@KeepPushingForward_mindset]

Hello What school did you attend for your license?

[@carrieb7951]

This was great! I’m new to Xactimate and this course was much better than the one offered on Udemy!

[@EstimateMastery]

I'm so glad you found it helpful!

[@srizki]

This is a really helpful video. I just got my Texas Adjusters license and this video is needed for adjusters like me. I used to go to Rosewell to do shopping when I was in Carlsbad.

[@EstimateMastery]

Awesome! So glad it helped. 👍​

[@artriciahunt2309]

This is exactly what I needed. It was very clear and concise. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad it was helpful!😊​

[@tacojesus]

Great video. Tons of Information packed into 45 minutes.

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Steffan! Glad it was helpful!

[@chriswhitmire6271]

HI, I am new to the reconstruction industry, I have worked as PC adjustor Years ago, and am now trying to break into this field so , nerdy as It sounds. I am teaching myself everything from scratch and I have watched alot of videos and yours are amazing, thank you. (I can't afford xactware) so this is a blessing.

[@EstimateMastery]

Hey Chris! I'm so glad you found it helpful!

[@centralfloridataxpros9844]

Your video was very informative and to the point. As someone whom has never used the software, I felt that I learned the entire program in one course. Thank you!

[@EstimateMastery]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful!

[@fifinanti80]

Thank you so much. This was easy to follow. I'm trying to obtain a job and this will give me competitive edge. I so appreciate this.👏🏿👏🏿

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad it was helpful!😊​

[@luismejia3092]

This was actually much better than the x1 class u took 🤣 thank you so much I'm going to look at all of your videos I'm a new independent adjuster trying to get my feet wet with Property

[@luismejia3092]

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[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Luis! I'm glad you found it helpful. Have fun going through my other videos and let me know if you have any questions!

[@rubenperez9570]

The tutorial was great step by step ... and you are a great instructor

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful!

[@FloridaWealth]

Thank you for your videos. I used to write you from a “Meanz of Operation.” Your insight is always appreciated

[@barbarapatton4491]

Wow you are very good. I know I will become a master of Exactimate with your tutorials. Thanks for taking the time to do this.

[@EstimateMastery]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching, Barbara!

[@therennofamily0417]

followed along and completed first one!!! Thank you sooo much

[@EstimateMastery]

Fantastic! You're on your way to becoming an Xactimate pro ;)

[@aoaoaoaoaa]

Fantastic presentation for newbies like me. THANKS

[@jacden70]

Excellent, very detailed info. Well presented and easy to understand for the most part. My only suggestion pertains to people who are new to the restoration industry: when you talk about abbreviations such as D&R, R&R, TPA, etc, it would be helpful if you told us what these abbreviations mean.

[@EstimateMastery]

Great suggestion, thanks!

[@cosondramartin1227]

Your videos are so helpful do you have any video where you help adjusters work a claims?

[@marahnotarysigningservices959]

Great Content. loved the delivery and clarity, makes me very comfortable on my adjuster journey. Thank you

[@EstimateMastery]

Great to hear! Thanks for sharing :)

[@jbgraham4041]

Thanks for the video. I'm an aspiring p&c adjuster (getting my license in a week) and very new to the xactimate program. You've done a great job of taking the anxiety out of learning a new complicated program. I know that this video serves as an intro into the estimating process. While there's a lot to this iceberg, your video gave me the confidence to take it on with confidence, efficiently and effectively. Since I'm pretty computer savvy with a good background in Microsoft Office Suite, the software seems to be pretty intuitive and easy to learn. Anyway, thanks again for the great work and I look forward to watching more of your videos.

[@EstimateMastery]

Good job in finding your answers and being confident with the program. Should you desire to take your estimating to the next level we have Xactimate Certification Courses to acquire levels 1-3 taught by our Certified Xactimate Trainer. Let us know how we can help you in the future.😊​

[@brendabrown1845]

@@EstimateMastery I have taken a course via webinar and have notes. Do you have an examination that I can take to become certified and what is the price? Thank you. Brenda

[@Chosenlifestylee]

Hi! Would you recommend taking the online classes even after learning from videos like these on youtube? Im new to the industry and wanted to know if i really needed to @@brendabrown1845

[@infoinfo5897]

Thank you so much for explaining everything so simpily, i have been trying to learn x1 for over a month and this video is the only one that has helped at all!

[@EstimateMastery]

I'm so glad you found it helpful!

[@1219KENDAL]

Thank you! This was a great first venture into Xactimate

[@EstimateMastery]

Awesome. I hope it helped!

[@dinawatkins8338]

Like your easy to follow videos. I needed brushing up, this helped a lot.

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad it helped!

[@emmanueldiebiru3908]

Thanks for the video. First time user and feeling good already.

[@EstimateMastery]

Oh good! I'm glad to hear that.

[@HFDTAZ69]

Thank you so much for taking the time to explain Xactimate. Very helpful!!!

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Jamie! Glad it was helpful!😊​

[@everettpease3479]

Good refresher for moving from 28 to X1

[@isholaariya8576]

Excellent presentation

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad you liked it😊​

[@rebeccastapp8105]

Thank you for your walk through. very helpful. so much to learn. This makes you my new hero ;)

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad I could help!

[@tinawoodson7574]

Great! first time using Xactimate practicing makes perfect

[@roytownsend9833]

Concise, engaging, and smart.

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Roy! 😊​

[@SafiUSNC]

It was nice Alena. thank you. My friend suggest me this software and your beginner's video. I am glad to make myself feel that i can do this

[@randymagdaleno7657]

great job Alena, very informative, I learned a lot from watching your video. Looking forward to looking at your other video's

[@EstimateMastery]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful!

[@RexLarrieux]

This was great. Thank you. My first adventure into learning this program and this took all the fear away! :)

[@EstimateMastery]

Oh yay! I'm so glad you found it helpful! 😊​

[@nataliebraswell8779]

Thank you. This really helped me to understand what I need to do with Xactimate. I'm a first time IA. I haven't started yet still doing my training. I will be looking at more of your pages to help me in my training. Thank you so much.

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks, Natalie! Glad it was helpful!

[@robertweston7712]

I just started a few days ago and to say I’m a train wreck is an understatement! Frustration level is at maximum.

[@EstimateMastery]

It takes a lot of time to learn. When you first start it is like trying to drink out of a fire hose! Hang with it and you will get it!

[@brockc2849]

Right there with you buddy! 🥵

[@johnguernier8030]

I'm thinking about getting into insurance adjusting and I haven't even watched any of her videos yet and I'm already confused.

[@MT-ye4xe]

This IA industry is completely different ball game i got the licenses but I'm confused. It's like i know and don't know ​@johnguernier8030

[@datrill1000]

I’m on my 2nd week of a deployment with ZERO training, my truck died the first day here, I’m too far in to go back home a failure!!!! I need help so bad

[@andramed16]

So good and simple!

[@apsdh340]

This helped me get kickstarted, great video!

[@marielasierra6032]

Excellent Video, having in account the details is amazing for a newbies adjusters, Thanks

[@EstimateMastery]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful!

[@rtrev64]

You made it simple. I am a first time user. Thank you. I look forward to more tutorials from you.

[@EstimateMastery]

Excellent to hear Rob....I'll keep the good stuff comin!

[@rendolphwalker3638]

I'm just starting out and about to start my Xactimate training. This was helpful.

[@EstimateMastery]

Hey Rendolph! I'm so glad you found it helpful! 😊​

[@rosagomez1097]

I have no experience with the house vocabulary but the technical stuff was very easy to understand. I worry like how would I know to use drywall or special paint coats ?! Or like what you said about the fan and then it might become electric

[@EstimateMastery]

So true! As you gain experience that knowledge comes as well!

[@MillionaireDRMS]

Great Help !! This video definitely helped break the ice with XM8. Thanks !! You Rock !! 😊

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad you liked it Wil! Thanks for the feedback :)

[@SavingGrayce]

Excellent! Simple and straight-forward. Thank you!

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad you liked it! 😊​

[@rodgersmasuta9622]

Very informative and well explained. Thank you very much.

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad it was helpful!

[@patrickblackwell157]

Excellent tutorial...glad I got to see it!!

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bmacindustries8422]

Wonderful info for a beginner like me. Where can I find a list of your videos in order as the best way to watch them as a beginner? Thanks for the great vids!

[@EstimateMastery]

I am glad you like them! I would start by doing a project and if you get stuck try and find a video that would help in that specific area!

[@Nate_Mendoza]

This is an amazing video very informative and straight to the point. I could have watched that video for entertainment.

[@EstimateMastery]

Ha! I'm so glad! 😁​

[@tedfranklin1023]

Fantastic! I will check back often! Thank you so much for the help.

[@EstimateMastery]

You're very welcome!

[@trevormitchell110]

She is very good and a great teacher

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Trevor!!

[@Jmequityrecovery]

Very informative. Excellent intro.

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad you liked it! Thank you!

[@JohnMarston77]

Great instruction Alena! Thank you

[@EstimateMastery]

Glad you enjoyed the video Mark!

[@ibinaboiruene4451]

Thanks for breaking this down.

[@MelonieMorrell]

ty for such great content! how does Xactimate work for adjusters who are strictly remote and are not visiting the property?

[@EstimateMastery]

Yes, it works for anyone who writes an estimate for insurance related repair.

[@jessicasierra4672]

Thank you so much! I’m glad to see this video. Just got mi license need all the information and help I can get specially with this main tool.

[@EstimateMastery]

That's awesome! Glad it was helpful!

[@jeffsprott-redoakceo4514]

Thanks for the basics. I'm on to your next video. ;)

[@EstimateMastery]

I love it! I hope you find it helpful.

[@papasitoOC]

@estimatemastery Thank you for posting absolute beginners videos. It is my goal to learn as much about Xactimate that I can but I’m curious once we learn and get certified with Level 1 is it enough to have just level 1 to land a job helping out busy contractors that are out in the field while someone such as myself would be working from home for them helping crank out estimates all day long and if so - in your opinion what would you say an average pay range could be for us once we have level 1 cert.? Thank you

[@EstimateMastery]

I am so gals these are helpful! Level 1 Cert is not needing, in my option. I would recommend shadowing a roofing contractor group that way you have better knowledge on how a roof is stripped down and then put back together. Level 1 is only useful only after you know how to right really good estimates. As for pay scale it depends on what area of the country you are in and whether or not you want to work off of a pay scale or salary based.

[@ClaimsAdjusteroftheYear]

As a intermediate user, I still learned.

[@Smoodydoo]

Thank you so much. Love the videos. Very informative and easy to follow!

[@EstimateMastery]

Thanks Rob! I'm so glad to hear that! 😊​

[@deanhallam8380]

I have a question for being an IA in Florida. I do have another job that takes me away from Florida for 2 weeks then I'm back in Florida for 2 weeks. Can an IA take jobs for 2 weeks at a time or when I'm in Florida. That would be me working independent. Thanks for the Video it was helpful.

[@EstimateMastery]

Sorry I am really out of touch with the IA industry at the moment, you should inquire with several carriers to see if they can accommodate your schedule.

[@franciscoromero3308]

Excellent teacher 🤩

[@EstimateMastery]

Thank you! 😃

[@TonyaJones-p3e]

@Alena @everyone After we have the Main level group, how did she add the other rooms for that main level?

[@darlakay908]

This was helpful as this software isn't very "user friendly". I am brand new at this and just got this software and I am trying to learn it. Is there set up that should be done at the very beginning "out of the box?". If so, how/where? Also mine doesn't have the plus sign to start a new project? I am on X1 Online version. Thank you!

[@EstimateMastery]

I'm glad you found this video helpful Darla! There are a couple of things you want to make sure to do - add yourself as the Claim Rep/Estimator and get your estimate branded correctly with a company header and opening statement. As for the difference in versions, I use the Desktop version of X1. The online version is still in the version 28 format, not X1, so it will look different than my screen in this video. You should be able to go to the main Projects tab in the online version and the find Add of to the right in that tab to add a new project. I wish you good luck on your journey to learning Xactimate!

[@macdavis2602]

I have never used this program this video was great. I am a new remediation contractor do you train in the use of this program?

[@EstimateMastery]

Yes I do!

[@macdavis2602]

Do you have contact info?

[@macdavis2602]

@@EstimateMastery can you send email pls?

[@gharr81]

My son and I are catastrophe adjusters. We're currently working commercial claims in FL from Milton. We're working the same claim and are downloading our separate photos and writing our estimates on each of our own computers. Do you have any information on merging the two claims together on a single computer? Thanks

[@EstimateMastery]

Absolutely! They need to be exported as an ESX and then you'll import on the one computer. Hope this helps! Lemme know if you have any questions!

[@rickyacoby5014]

You are such a good teacher do you do one one teaching?

[@EstimateMastery]

If you reach out to [e-mail], I will have someone reach out to you.

[@Dodeca12]

Thank you so much for this channel! I plan to use your channel to educate myself to Xactimate Certification Level 1 at least

[@EstimateMastery]

Hey Steph! You're so welcome! I hope you find it very helpful. 😊​

[@rosheinataylor7395]

Excellent Presentation!! Thank You!

[@phillipramsay8403]

Nicely done for a first time user. Thank you

[@EstimateMastery]

Oh good, I'm glad it was helpful!

[@georgecambian6170]

Thanks Alena. Great tutorial. I just want to ask, do you also have any beginners tutorial for Xactimate 28 as well for Adjusters? Thank you.

[@EstimateMastery]

I currently only have a beginner's tutorial for 28 in my paid courses...I do offer a course called Begin to Master Xactimate that I'm about to sell on a flash sale for $10 (normal price $199). If you'd like to be invited to the flash sale, email me at [e-mail] and I'll be sure to add you to the invite list tomorrow!

[@butterfly_girls1234]

XM8 Mastery is this still available?