Having to re-build Cotality estimate to Xactimate?
Rebuilding a Cotality (Symbility) estimate in Xactimate line by line wastes hours and invites costly errors. EstimateHub converts the PDF into a structured ESX file you can import into Xactimate.
Cotality (Symbility) PDF to ESX Converter
Upload your Cotality (Symbility) estimate PDF and get an ESX file back, ready to import into Xactimate. No re-keying. Built by estimators, not just developers.
Why Convert Cotality to ESX?
Cotality (Symbility) estimates are usually shared as PDFs, and Xactimate cannot import or edit a PDF. Without an ESX file, you have to rebuild the estimate by hand. Converting Cotality to ESX turns that static PDF into an editable Xactimate file. When you convert Cotality to ESX, you can 🡲
Import the estimate directly into Xactimate and edit line items, quantities, and pricing.
Start from the original estimate's scope instead of a blank estimate.
Skip hours of manual re-entry.
Reduce the risk of missed or incorrect line items.
How Does the Cotality to ESX Converter Work?
Our converter turns your Cotality (Symbility) PDF estimate into an ESX file for Xactimate. Download it and import it directly into Xactimate for editing and submission. How the Cotality to ESX converter works 🡲
Upload your Cotality (Symbility) estimate PDF to the EstimateHub Dashboard.
EstimateHub converts the estimate into a structured ESX file.
Download the finished ESX file.
Import the ESX file directly into your Xactimate software.
Built for Xactimate Professionals
Contractors
An insurance adjuster already wrote the estimate, so all a contractor needs is the ESX file to review the estimate, make a few revisions, and submit their bid. However, that file is written in different software (Cotality), so historically you had to recreate the estimate from scratch. EstimateHub's Cotality PDF to ESX converter solves this problem. Instantly generate an ESX file, import it into Xactimate, and focus only on adding missing or supplemental items.
Insurance Adjusters
Contractor already began or finalized the repairs and has submitted their final Cotality reconstruction estimate, yet you use Xactimate. The solution is to run their estimate through the Cotality PDF to ESX converter tool, import the ESX file, identify discrepancies, remove unsupported or embellished line items, and approve final payment.
Public Adjusters
Convert the carrier’s Cotality PDF estimate into a structured ESX file and deliver it directly to your estimator. They’ll have everything needed to finalize your estimate the same day, whether it’s a full rebuild or supplemental additions.
Independent Estimators
Stop rebuilding estimates from scratch. Upload the carrier's Cotality PDF or the contractor's Cotality PDF into EstimateHub's Cotality PDF to ESX converter, generate a structured ESX file, import it into Xactimate, and focus on what your client requires.
Mitigation Specialists
When handling the build-back phase, simply convert the carrier’s Cotality PDF estimate into an ESX file, import it into Xactimate, and revise scope, pricing, or quantities directly. No manual re-entry required.
Appraisers
Upload the insurance carrier's Cotality PDF into EstimateHub's Cotality PDF to ESX converter, generate a structured ESX file, import it into Xactimate, and focus on analyzing scope differences and pricing discrepancies between the two parties.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cotality to ESX Conversion
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert a Cotality PDF estimate into an ESX file for Xactimate?
To convert a Cotality PDF estimate into an ESX file for Xactimate, simply upload your contractor or insurance estimate Cotality PDF to EstimateHub. Our system reconstructs the estimate structure, including line items, quantities, F9 notes, descriptions, and folder organization, and generates a fully formatted, Xactimate-compatible ESX file.Once downloaded, the ESX file can be imported directly into Xactimate, where you can edit line items, apply your price list, and make revisions as needed. EstimateHub supports Xactimate PDF report types and Cotality PDF report types.
Will the converted ESX file import directly into Xactimate?
Yes. Your ESX file is formatted specifically for direct import into Xactimate. Once downloaded, you can import it without formatting errors and begin editing immediately.
Symbility vs Cotality?
Symbility is a Cotality product, so Symbility to Xactimate and Cotality PDF to ESX refer to the same conversion.
What happens to pricing when converting PDF to ESX?
When a Cotality PDF estimate is converted to ESX format, the line items and quantities are reconstructed. Pricing will reflect your Xactimate price list once the file is imported. Ensure you review O&P and Tax as well.
Why can't I just upload a PDF directly into Xactimate?
Xactimate does not support direct PDF imports. A PDF is a static document, while an ESX file is a structured estimate that Xactimate can read and edit. Converting Cotality to ESX bridges that gap.
Is PDF to ESX conversion better than manually rebuilding the estimate?
Manual rebuilding can take hours and increases the risk of missed line items or formatting inconsistencies. Converting Cotality to ESX saves time and gives you an editable starting point in Xactimate.
Does the ESX file preserve folder structure and notes?
Yes. We replicate estimate structure, line items, notes, and organization so your ESX file mirrors the original scope as closely as possible.
Why EstimateHub?
EstimateHub provides professional-grade PDF to ESX conversion for contractors and adjusters and has become a trusted partner by Xactimate Estimators in the Construction and Insurance industries.
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