Create an Estimate

Definition

This option will create a new estimate.

Entry Information

See the Description List below for links to all the navigation links you will see when creating a new estimate.

How To

The steps below walk you through the process of creating a new estimate for your home.

  1. On the My Account Page, click the Get Started  link on the left-hand side.  The Property Information page is displayed.

  2. Enter information into the required fields which are noted with an asterisk on the screen.

  3. Enter the remaining information as applicable.

  4. Once the information is entered, click the Next button on the bottom of the page.  The Home Description page is displayed.

  5. Enter information into the required fields which are noted with an asterisk on the page.

  6. Enter the remaining information as applicable.

  7. Once the information is entered, you will need to purchase the estimate to continue. If you have a promotion code, enter it in the Promo Code field, click the Apply Discount button, then click the Purchase Estimate button on the bottom of the page to continue.

  8. For each remaining page, enter the applicable information then click on the Next Page button on the bottom of the page.  Continue this process until all the information has been entered for the estimate.

Description List

Label

Description

Property Information

This page is the first page you see in creating an estimate.  It contains address and year built information.

Home Description

This page allows you to enter specific information about the total number of family units in the structure, as well as the style of the home and total living area.

Foundation

This page allows you to enter specific information about the foundation and basement of the home.

Garages

This page allows you to enter specific information about garages and carports.

Exterior Walls

This page allows you to enter the  percentage of each finish used on the exterior walls.

Roofing

This page allows you to enter the percentage of  each material used on the roof.

Interior Walls

This page allows you to enter information about the interior wall structure.

Interior Wall Finish

This page allows you to enter information about the wall finishes used in the home.

Ceiling Finish

This page allows you to enter information about the ceiling finishes used in the home.

Floor Finish

This page allows you to enter information about the floor finishes used in the home.

Kitchens

This page allows you to enter specific information about the kitchens.

Bathrooms

This page allows you to enter specific information about the bathrooms.

Heating and Cooling

This page allows you to enter the percentage of each heating and cooling systems servicing the home.

Fireplaces and Wood Stoves

This page allows you to enter the total number of fireplaces and wood stoves found in the home.

Attached Structures

This page allows you to enter information about any structures attached to the home.

Special Features

This page allows you to enter specific information about additional items and systems found in the home.

Summary/Run Estimate

This page displays a summary of all the information you entered.  You are also able to display the estimate totals summary information, and print the estimate.