# Resources

CapOut docs, guides, glossaries, and tools for insurance restoration professionals.

## Developers

CapOut product docs, implementation guides, and technical reference for getting started quickly.

[Open docs](https://docs.capout.ai/)

## Guides

In-depth articles on estimating workflows, supplement strategies, and getting the most out of Xactimate and CapOut.

[Browse guides](/content/resources/blog/index.html)

## Compare

Side-by-side comparisons of roofing and construction estimating software. See how the top tools stack up for your workflow.

[Browse comparisons](/content/resources/compare/index.html)

## Tools

Free calculators and utilities for restoration professionals. Estimate your margins, compare pricing, and plan projects faster.

[Browse tools](/content/resources/tools/index.html)

## Directory

Look up any insurance carrier. Find claims contacts, Xactimate compatibility, deductible types, and practical tips for filing and supplementing claims.

[Browse carriers](/content/resources/directory/index.html)

## Roofing Components

Encyclopedia of roofing components including flashing, shingles, underlayment, vents, gutters, and more. Specs, common issues, and insurance claim relevance.

[Browse components](/content/resources/roofing-components/index.html)

## Damage Guides

Expert guides for identifying, documenting, and supplementing hail, wind, fire, water, and storm damage on residential and commercial properties.

[Browse guides](/content/resources/damage-guides/index.html)

## Adjuster Licensing

Public adjuster and independent adjuster licensing requirements by state. Requirements, exams, fees, and CE credits for 40 states.

[Browse by state](/content/resources/adjuster-licensing/index.html)

## Certifications

Industry certifications for restoration professionals. HAAG, IICRC, Xactimate, RIA, and more. Prerequisites, costs, and career relevance.

[Browse certifications](/content/resources/certifications/index.html)

## Ask AI

See what ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Claude say when asked about PDF-to-ESX conversion and insurance estimating tools.

[Try prompts](/content/resources/ask-ai/index.html)

## Ready to skip the data entry?

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