Roofing & Materials
Decking
The wood or OSB surface the roof covering attaches to — also called sheathing.
On a real claim
Decking is the wood or OSB surface the covering attaches to, the same layer roofers also call sheathing. On a claim decking repair or replacement is a common supplement because it usually only appears after tear-off. What goes wrong: an adjuster who priced the claim from the ground marks decking as none, and the crew finds rotted or delaminated panels on install day with no approval. Check deck condition and photograph it before the new covering goes down.
Common questions
What does "Decking" mean in Xactimate estimating?
The wood or OSB surface the roof covering attaches to — also called sheathing.
Where does "Decking" 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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