Xactimate Roofing Codes — Complete RFG Category Reference
Every Xactimate RFG roofing code — descriptions, units, typical price ranges, pitch adders, and the items insurance adjusters most often miss on roof estimates.
All RFG roofing codes
Items marked Often Missed are the most frequently omitted from adjuster estimates.
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
RFG 180 | Remove roofing — comp shingles (1 layer) |
RFG 181 | Remove roofing — comp shingles (2 layers) |
RFG 188 | Haul debris |
RFG 220 | Roofing — 3-tab comp shingles |
RFG 240 | Roofing — arch comp shingles (30yr) |
RFG 242 | Roofing — arch comp shingles (40–50yr) |
RFG 226 | Starter — comp shingles |
RFG 252 | Ridge cap — comp shingles |
RFG 270 | Drip edge — aluminum |
RFG 281 | Flashing — step flashing |
RFG 285 | Flashing — valley |
RFG 290 | Pipe flashing — lead or rubber boot |
RFG 310 | Ridge vent |
RFG 315 | Roof vent — plastic |
RFG 356 | Synthetic underlayment |
RFG 358 | Ice & water shield |
RFG 362 | Felt paper — #15 |
* Ranges based on national Xactimate averages. Actual pricing varies by market and pricing period.
Steep slope pitch adders
Any roof over 6/12 pitch requires a steep slope labor adder applied to every labor line item. If the adjuster uses the wrong pitch in the sketch, every single labor item is systematically under-priced. Always verify the pitch listed in the estimate matches your measurement.
| Roof Pitch | Typical Steep Slope Adder |
|---|---|
| 4/12 – 6/12 | No adder (standard slope) |
| 6/12 – 7/12 | +$15–$25/SQ |
| 7/12 – 9/12 | +$25–$45/SQ |
| 9/12 – 12/12 | +$45–$75/SQ |
| 12/12+ | +$75–$120/SQ |
The 6 most missed RFG line items
These items alone can represent $2,000–$5,000 in missing value on a standard residential roof replacement. Find them on every job.
Required at all eaves and rakes. A typical house has 120–200 LF of eave/rake.
Code-required on all eaves and rakes. Measured the same as starter shingles.
Local codes require coverage at eaves, valleys, and skylights. Adjusters regularly under-measure.
If existing roof had #15 felt, synthetic is a code upgrade. Adjusters default to felt paper.
Each pipe penetration is a separate line item. A typical house has 3–6. Count from photos.
Wrong pitch in the sketch means every labor item is under-priced. Verify with your own measurement.
Roof supplement checklist — verify before closing
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