Claims & Insurance
Mitigation
Reasonable steps taken after a loss to prevent further damage, such as tarping a roof or boarding a window. Most policies cover emergency mitigation, and it must be documented to be reimbursed.
Common questions
What does "Mitigation" mean in Xactimate estimating?
Reasonable steps taken after a loss to prevent further damage, such as tarping a roof or boarding a window. Most policies cover emergency mitigation, and it must be documented to be reimbursed.
Where does "Mitigation" 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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