Roofing & Materials
Ponding water
Standing water that stays on a roof for more than a day or two after rain because the deck does not drain. In a claim, document the depth, the area, and the drain path with photos and a moisture reading, since carriers argue about whether ponding or a storm caused the damage.
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What does "Ponding water" mean in Xactimate estimating?
Standing water that stays on a roof for more than a day or two after rain because the deck does not drain. In a claim, document the depth, the area, and the drain path with photos and a moisture reading, since carriers argue about whether ponding or a storm caused the damage.
Where does "Ponding water" show up in a claim?
The term matters on estimates and scopes across the insurance restoration workflow, see the full guide for where it fits.
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