Estimating & Workflow
Test Square
A measured patch of roof, often ten feet by ten feet, where an inspector counts hail or wind marks and applies that rate to the slope. Adjusters use it to set how many shingles get replaced, so its location and photos can change the scope. Damage outside the square still counts when documented.
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Common questions
What does "Test Square" mean in Xactimate estimating?
A measured patch of roof, often ten feet by ten feet, where an inspector counts hail or wind marks and applies that rate to the slope. Adjusters use it to set how many shingles get replaced, so its location and photos can change the scope. Damage outside the square still counts when documented.
Where does "Test Square" 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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