R&R Quiz: Flood Damage Restoration-Answers
R&R Quiz: Flood Damage Restoration Answers
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1. Equipment cleaning charges are not allowed by the SFIP (Standard Flood Insurance Program) as they are “included” in the unit price.
- True
- False
2. It is best to prepare flood damage estimates for a National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim in which fashion?
- Line items should be in a different order from room-to-room.
- Room scopes are completed and documented in whatever order the estimator prefers.
- Scopes should be done in a logical order mimicking a virtual walkthrough.
- Start with the unaffected areas and items, and move into the major repair needs toward the end.
3. Thermal imaging or infrared cameras can help restorers:
- See temperature differences within walls that may indicate moisture.
- Can help cut inspection time way down by pinpointing specific areas where moisture meters should be used.
- Give a clear picture of the problem to adjusters, insurance agents, and the property owner that you otherwise couldn’t see with the naked eye.
- All of the above
4. According to CoreLogic, 2016 was an above-average year for flooding. Which was the biggest flood-related event that year?
- Hurricane Matthew
- Louisiana Flood
- Housing Flood
- Sabine River Basin Flood
5. Which is not an effective technique to maximize drying efficiency during a large loss project?
- Loop Drying
- Target Drying
- Doubling Equipment
- Injection Drying