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Occurrence

The event that causes a loss, such as a hail storm or a burst pipe, and the unit most policies use to apply limits and deductibles. One storm can be one occurrence for many homes, and how occurrences are counted decides whether a loss is paid or capped.

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What does "Occurrence" mean in Xactimate estimating?

The event that causes a loss, such as a hail storm or a burst pipe, and the unit most policies use to apply limits and deductibles. One storm can be one occurrence for many homes, and how occurrences are counted decides whether a loss is paid or capped.

Where does "Occurrence" show up in a claim?

The term matters on estimates and scopes across the insurance restoration workflow. Browse the glossary for related terms.

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