Free tools
Total Loss Calculators
Three quick tools to put a number on your claim. No signup, instant results.
Settlement Gap Estimator
Compare your insurer's offer to local market value.
Diminished Value (17c)
Estimate post-repair loss in market value using the standard formula.
Appraisal Rights Checker
See what's available to you based on your state and claim type.
Your rights in California
- ✓ Appraisal clause is enforceable on first-party total-loss claims.
- ✓ Insurer must include sales tax & title fees in ACV settlement.
- ✓ Diminished value typically not available on first-party claims (Georgia is a notable exception).
- ✓ You may file a complaint with the California Department of Insurance for unreasonable delay.