Update History
- Features & Improvements
- Pricing Updates
- Bug Fixes
Version 9.0.7.0 Update
February 14, 2023
- Fixed Private Directory Bug in 9.0.6.0
- Reported Fixes in 2022 Proof are Forthcoming in 9.0.8.0
Version 9.0.6.1 Update
February 9, 2023
- Fixed Private Directory Bug in 9.0.6.0
- Reported Fixes in 2022 Proof are Forthcoming
Version 9.0.6.0 Update
January 26, 2023
- Fixed Bugs in 9.0.5.0
- Finished First Full Version of 2022 FEMA Proof Of Loss Implementation
Version 9.0.5.0 Update
December 1, 2022
Version 9.0.4.1 Update
October 12, 2022
Version 9.0.3.1 Update
October 4, 2022
- Fixed Bugs in 9.0.2.1 XML Upload
Version 9.0.2.1 Update
October 4, 2022
- Fixed Bugs in 9.0.1.1
- Added New NFIP Fee Schedule
Version 9.0.1.1 Update
October 2, 2022
- Improved Installer and AutoUpdater Tools
- Bundled 2022 Pricing in Standalone Installers
- Added New NFIP Preliminary Report
3rd Quarter Pricing 2022 Update
December 13, 2022
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Special SIMSOL Modifications:
- Adjustments for the Utilization of Subcontracting Companies in Place of Independent Skilled Professionals
- Adjustments for New Rules of Restricted Access in and Around Job site
- Adjustments include Hurricane Ian
- Adjustments for Current Labor Rates
- Permanent Pandemic Modifications:
- Addition of Various Personal Protection Items
- Time Study Adjustments Due to a Reduced Pace of General Labor by Various Pandemic Restrictions
- Pandemic Location Factor Modifications:
- Due to a combination of supply line disruption, increase costs of material transportation,
- and shortages due to factory closings, all materials 15% to 40% increase with a few specialty
- items (such as sheathing) see triple digit increases.
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- Labor shortages combined with government financed (unemployment/grants) stay in place orders
- have increased labor costs by as much as 20% to 40%.
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- Location Factor Changes include a temporary increase of up to 20% depending upon the degree of
- the effects above.
2nd Quarter Pricing 2022 Update
August 08, 2022
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Special SIMSOL Modifications:
- Adjustments for the Utilization of Subcontracting Companies in Place of Independent Skilled Professionals
- Adjustments for New Rules of Restricted Access in and Around Job site
- Adjustments include Hurricane Ida
- Adjustments for Current Labor Rates
- Permanent Pandemic Modifications:
- Addition of Various Personal Protection Items
- Time Study Adjustments Due to a Reduced Pace of General Labor by Various Pandemic Restrictions
- Pandemic Location Factor Modifications:
- Due to a combination of supply line disruption, increase costs of material transportation,
- and shortages due to factory closings, all materials 15% to 40% increase with a few specialty
- items (such as sheathing) see triple digit increases.
-
- Labor shortages combined with government financed (unemployment/grants) stay in place orders
- have increased labor costs by as much as 20% to 40%.
-
- Location Factor Changes include a temporary increase of up to 20% depending upon the degree of
- the effects above.
1st Quarter Pricing 2022 Update
March 13, 2022
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Special SIMSOL Modifications:
- Adjustments for the Utilization of Subcontracting Companies in Place of Independent Skilled Professionals
- Adjustments for New Rules of Restricted Access in and Around Job site
- Adjustments made for Hurricane Ida
- Adjustments for Current Labor Rates
- Permanent Pandemic Modifications:
- Addition of Various Personal Protection Items
- Time Study Adjustments Due to a Reduced Pace of General Labor by Various Pandemic Restrictions
- Pandemic Location Factor Modifications:
- Due to a combination of supply line disruption, increase costs of material transportation,
- and shortages due to factory closings, all materials 15% to 40% increase with a few specialty
- items (such as sheathing) see triple digit increases.
-
- Labor shortages combined with government financed (unemployment/grants) stay in place orders
- have increased labor costs by as much as 20% to 40%.
-
- Location Factor Changes include a temporary increase of up to 20% depending upon the degree of
- the effects above.
3rd Quarter Pricing 2021 Update
July 14, 2021
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- Additional Hat Channel sizes:
- Expanded:
- Material price increases:
- Location Factor Changes:
2nd Quarter Pricing 2021 Update
July 03, 2021
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- Additional Hat Channel sizes:
- Expanded:
- Material price increases:
- Location Factor Changes:
1st Quarter Pricing 2021 Update
March 08, 2021
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- Ductless Mini Split Heating and Cooling Unit
- Âźâ Beaded Paneling
- Bamboo Paneling
- High Quality Finish for Drywall
- Seal with Urethane Paint
- Cover & Protect Floors - Non Skid Padded Matting
- Knotty Alder Exterior Doors
- Gas Line Connectors (for appliances)
- Additional Hat Channel sizes:
- 7/8â
- Narrow Soundproofing (Metal and PVC)
- Regular Soundproofing (Metal and w ISO Tape)
- RC1 Resilient
- RC1 Resilient w/ISO Tape
- RC2 Resilient w/ISO tape
- Expanded:
- V Joint and T&G Plank Paneling
- Material price increases:
- All materials 5% to 10% increase
- The following are items with increases larger than 5%:
- Chain Link Fencing - 10% to 15%
- Wood Doors - 10% to 15%
- Garage Doors - 15% to 20%
- Gas Burning Direct Fireplace - 20% to 50%
- Masonry Fireplace - 5% to 10%
- Neo Angle Shower Stalls - 30% to 50%
- Shower Stalls - 12% to 15%
- Steel Exterior & Interior Wall Framing - 10% to 15%
- Subfloor Assembly - 5% to 10%
- Subfloor Underlayment - 10% to 20%
- Wood Fencing - 8% to 10 %
- Wood Flooring - 5% to 10%
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: +/-1%
- Labor: +/-19%
3rd Quarter Pricing 2020 Update
July 21, 2020
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- Flood cleanup with PPE
- Added 12â O.C. Roof framing (2x4 2x6 2x8 2x10 2x12) for roofs with pitch greater than 6/12
- Material price increases:
- Roof & Floor trusses - 5% to 7% increase (includes TJI, W Fink & Gable End Scissor trusses)
- Wall & Ceiling Assemblies - 8% to 15% increase (assemblies include framing, drywall & insulation)
- Cabinets - 8% to 15% increase in material costs
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: +/-1%
- Equipment: +/-1%
Version 8.3.0.3 Update
July 21, 2020
- New Trades and Subtrades Categories Added (Flood cleanup with PPE)
- Improved Installer and AutoUpdater Tools
- Bundled 2020 Pricing in Standalone Installers
- Corrected âWater Did Not Enterâ in Preliminary Report Wizard
1st Quarter Pricing 2020 Update
January 27, 2020
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- Steel Panel Roofing (simulated tile)
- Material price increases:
- Roofing slate 5 to 10% depending on grade
- Metal roofing 5%
- Clay Roofing Tile 10%
- Concrete Roof Tile 10%
- Wood Shakes & Shingles 5%
- Aluminum Sheet Siding 10%
- Panelized shingle & shingle siding 15%
- Hardboard Panel Siding 10%
- Paper faced insulation 5 - 10% (depending on R value)
- Unfaced insulation 5 - 10% (depending on R value)
- Location Factor Changes:
Version 8.2.2.0 Update
November 06, 2019
- Added Support for Large-Loss Claims in Photos Module
- Added Support for New EagleView Report Format while Preserving Old Format Compatibility
- Fixed Formatting for ICC Adjuster Reports
- Bundled 4th Quarter 2019 Pricing Update and November 2019 Tax Data in Standalone Installers
4th Quarter Pricing 2019 Update
October 15, 2019
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- Greenhouse Construction: Four-sided and Three-sided
- Blown Insulation: R-30 and R38
- Gas Water Heater Roof Vents
- Soffit Framing
- 12â O.C. Roof Framing
- 12â O.C. Fire Blocks
- 8x8 Girders
- Beams: 4"x14", 4"x6", 6"x6" and 6"x14"
- Mailboxes: Apartment and Rural Types
- Pricing Adjustments:
- Let In (Ribbons) + 11% Average
- Unfaced Insulation + 8% Average
- Paper Faced Insulation + 6% Average
- Sill Plates + 8% Average
- 2"x6" and 2"x12" + 5% Average
- Location Factor Changes:
Version 8.2.1.8 Update
October 15, 2019
- Corrections for Private Flood and ICC Forms
- Improved Installer and AutoUpdater Tools
Read more on this new update by visiting Simsol's Support Center
For more information on previous releases, please visit our Updates and Release Notes section.
Version 8.2.1.4 Update
September 25, 2019
- Patch for Syncing Clipboard-Generated Forms
- Improved Claimswire Upload Screen
Version 8.2.1.2 Update
September 23, 2019
- New Mass Close Claim Functionality
- Fixed the Ability to Create and Store Template Form Groups
- Updated AutoUpdater Utility for Future Product Compatibility
- Added Updated Quarterly Pricing Databases to Stand-Alone Installer
- Preliminary Report Form Changes:
- Added Ability to Manually Change âDate of Reportâ Field
- Fixed âType of Basementâ Radio Option
- Fixed âSeasonal Residencyâ Issue
- Various Cosmetic Changes
- Final Report Form Changes:
- Expanded Allowed Values for âMain Building RCVâ and âClaim Summaryâ Fields
- Fixed AutoRefresh Issue Preventing Certain Depreciation Values from Applying
- Phase One of Clipboard Sunset
3rd Quarter Pricing 2019 Update
August 1, 2019
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- Additional Allowance for Ceiling Height Greater than 10â
- Exterior Soffit Framing System
- 14 CY Low-Boy Dumpster
- Off Ridge Roof Vent
- Pricing Adjustments:
- Lumber Assemblies - Material + 20%
- Wall, Floor, and Ceiling Insulation - Material + 10%
- Location Factor Changes:
March 2019 Pricing
March 29, 2019
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Revisions:
- Mobile Home Skirting Categories
- Minor Specification Improvements
February 2019 Pricing
February 22, 2019
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Location Factor Changes:
- Equipment: +/-1%
- Labor Rates: +/-18%
January 2019 Pricing
January 22, 2019
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- Stain for Hardwood Mouldings
- Fill Dirt, Sand Fill and Topsoil
- Pricing Changes:
- 3-5% change in labor rate
- Material price change less than 1%
Version 8.1.1.3 Update
November 27, 2018
- New Preliminary and Final Reports with Multi-Page Functionality
- Updated Reporter Module to Address Formatting Issues
- Rearranged Preferences Menu in Alphabetical Order
- Improved Update Module
- Fixed Issue with Photo Comment Library Not Installing
4th Quarter Pricing 2018 Update [Version 2]
November 12, 2018
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Version 2:
- Revisions made to Fall Arrest for Harness and Lanyard
4th Quarter Pricing 2018 Update
November 12, 2018
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- Various Material Sample Test Fees
- Storage POD Items
- Temporary Heat, Power, and Utilities
- Board-up and Tarping Items
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: +/-1%
- Labor Rates: +/-18%
Version 8.0.9.1 Update
September 21, 2018
- Updated Formatting on WYO Preliminary Forms
- Extended Field Length for Mentor/Mentee Flood Authorization Numbers
- Miscellaneous Fixes
Version 8.0.9.0 Update
September 18, 2018
- New Advanced Payment Request Forms
- Added Credit Option for Invoices/Billing
- Added New Signature Fields for Advanced Payments
- Added Support for .xlsx Formats for Contents Excel Import
- Redesigned Form Wizards with Audits
- Updated Forms
- Added Claimswire Print Verifications for Forms
- Minor Cosmetic and Functional Improvements
3rd Quarter Pricing 2018 Update
July 26, 2018
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Material increases:
- Floor Trusses 8% increase
- OSB Board 12% increase
- Solid Beams 6% increase
- Roof Trusses 8% increase
- Closet Doors 6% increase
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: +/-1%
- Equipment: +/-1%
2nd Quarter Pricing 2018 Update
April 26, 2018
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: +/-1%
- Labor Rates: +/-2.3%
- Equipment: +/-1%
Version 8.0.5.7 Update
March 26, 2018
- Fixed Issue on Windows 10 Preventing Simsol Update from Closing in Certain Cases
Version 8.0.5.6 Update
February 26, 2018
- Fixed Photo Module Restore and Print Group Issue
- Added Audit for Duplicated Named Photos
- Updated Photo Name Append Feature
- Improved Sorting Ability in Photo Module
- Moved Photo Rotate Feature to First Tab
- Improved User Experience in Photo Sheet Print Options
- Updated Final Report to Display No Altercations and/or No Prior Losses
- Added Claim Information Header Inside Claims
- Updated Compatibility with Deprecated Pricing Databases
- Updated SFZ Printer
- Improved Compatibility of Claimswire VS. Non-Claimswire Claims in Grid
- Fixed Invoice/Billing âInclude Company Infoâ Check-Box
- Turned Off Default âInclude Sales Tax Breakdownâ Check-Box
- Added Expiration Date Tracker in Main Title Bar
- Miscellaneous Formatting and Wording Improvements
1st Quarter Pricing 2018 Update
January 18, 2018
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Revisions:
- Added A/C â Heat Pump â Plastic/Rubber Pad
- Added A/C Condensate Pump (Three Options)
- Deprecated Backer Board Assembly without Studs Repair
- Deprecated Backer Board Assembly with Studs Repair
- Pricing Changes:
- Average labor rates across the board increased 5%
- Wood Windows and Wood Siding â material rates increased 9%
- Aluminum and Vinyl Windows â material rates increased 4%
- Sliding Patio Doors â material rates increased 5%
- Wood Shakes â material rates increased 10%
- Masonry â material rates increased 1%
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: +/-1%
- Labor Rates: +/-2%
- Equipment: +/-1%
4th Quarter Pricing 2017 Update [Version 2]
December 15, 2017
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- Updated line item descriptions
- Backer Board repair without stud removal - FEMA request
- Backer Board repair with stud removal - FEMA request
- Asphalt Impregnated
- Added water supply with angle stops for commodes and sinks
4th Quarter Pricing 2017 Update
November 1, 2017
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Additions:
- FEMA/NFIP Backer Board repair without stud removal
- FEMA/NFIP Backer Board repair with stud removal
- Addition of polyurethane sealant for Backer Boards
- Addition of anchor bolts for framing
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: +/-1%
- Labor Rates: +/-4%
- Equipment: +/-1%
Version 8.0.2.9 Update
September 21, 2017
- Added NFIP Special Fee Schedule for 2017 Storm Season â 8/24/17 to 11/30/17
- Minor miscellaneous fixes
Version 8.0.2.6 Update
September 7, 2017
- Added 2017 NFIP Fee Schedule
- Bug fixes:
- Issue with Restoring Photo Sheets resolved
- Issue with Print Group Templates saving Photo Sheet order resolved
- Issue editing photo names prior to importing resolved
- Issue with long image names being cut off when printed resolved
- Issue printing Photo Sheets from previously created claims resolved
- Added automatic selection of previously picked folder for photo import
- Minor cosmetic improvements
Version 8.0.1.5 Update
August 29, 2017
- Improved program launch speed
- Updated Claim and Photo Preview
- Added Live Claims Filter
- Updated Photo Module
- Sort and print photos based on Estimate Area
- Added SkyMeasure Roofing 3rd Party Import
- New and Updated Forms
- Improved SimsolKeyboard on Main Screen
- 3rd Quarter Pricing 2017
3rd Quarter Pricing 2017 Update
August 29, 2017
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Changes:
- Expanded vapor barrier for exterior walls, subflooring and insulation
- Added demo of electrical per square foot with expanded specification
- Added backer board to exterior wall with expanded specification
- 1% increase in paper backed and un-faced insulation
- Built up roofing increase of 6% in petroleum materials
- Added Titanium roof underlayment
- Expanded Ovens and Ranges
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: +/-1%
- Labor Rates: +/-4%
- Equipment: +/-1%
Version 7.0.9.5 Update
May 2, 2017
- Bundled 2nd Quarter Pricing and May Tax Update for 2017
- Added two-step troubleshooting feature for Auto-Updater
- Fixed miscellaneous formatting
Version 7.0.9.3 Update
April 24, 2017
- Fixed system preferences 'Update Default Drawer Pricing' feature
- Fixed miscellaneous spacing and verbiage
2nd Quarter Pricing 2017 Update
April 20, 2017
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: +/-1%
- Labor Rates: +/-4%
- Equipment: +/-1%
Sales Tax Update April 2017 [Version 2]
April 12, 2017
- Revisions made to King, Okanogan, Pierce, Snohomish, Spokane, Thurston and Whatcom Counties
Version 7.0.9.1 Update
March 9, 2017
- Fixed PDF importer issue where imported document failed to display after being rotated within utility
Version 7.0.9.0 Update
February 9, 2017
- Added 'Close Simsol' button to auto-update dialog screen
1st Quarter Pricing 2017 Update [Version 2]
January 26, 2017
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Corrected unit of measure for following items:
- Add for Additional Story for Roofing
- Add for Steep Pitch - Shingle/Metal Roof
- Add for Steep Pitch - Slate/Tile/Wood Roof
1st Quarter Pricing 2017 Update
January 23, 2017
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- The following changes/enhancements have been made for the 1st Quarter 2017 Repair Registry:
- Additions to database:
- Water/Remediation items â Category listings have been expanded to include removal of non-salvageable vinyl, additional pricing for remediation of cat1, cat2 and cat3 water, additional categories for removal of water from Hard Surface Floor, Flooring and Carpeted Floors. Labor rates for Cleaning Remediation technicians and Remediation supervisors. After hours labor costs for remediation items
- Peel & Seal Zippers and Tension rods for use in erecting barriers/air-lock/decontamination areas
- Debris chutes
- Tar & Screed application
- Board-up using Polycarbonate (Lexan) Sheets
- Vanity Tops by the Linear Foot
- Expanded Specs:
- Treat Carpet
- Disinfect/Deodorize Carpet
- Bathtubs
- Ductwork
- Above-Counter Microwave (previously named Microhood Microwaves)
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: 0 to +/-1%
- Labor Rates: 0 to +/-3%
Version 7.0.8.4 Update
November 9, 2016
- Added Manual ClaimsWire Repair Utility to Simsol's Utility Suite
Version 7.0.8.2 Update
October 19, 2016
- Improved Pricing Update Feature
- Improved Categorized View of Installed Databases
- Added Simsol Archive Printer Utility
- Included the 4th Quarter 2016 Pricing Update
- Included the October 2016 Tax Data Update
4th Quarter Pricing 2016 Update
October 19, 2016
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- The following changes/enhancements have been made for the 4th Quarter Repair Registry:
- Reorganized Residential Doors Category
- Reorganized Mobile Home repair items
- Added Mobile Home Interior Door selections
- Added new categories for entering Contractor Bid (Lump Sum) Items
- Expanded Water Remediation item selections
- Added Interior French Door item selections
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: 0 to +/-1%
- Labor Rates: 0 to +/-3%
- Equipment: 0 to +/-1%
Version 7.0.7.6 Update
September 1, 2016
- SIMSOL Forms Generator Tool
- Added NEW Forms Group "Private Flood Forms"
- Private flood forms are the same as the official NFIP and WYO flood forms with the exception the forms do not contain any reference to the National Flood Insurance Program or any other federal body.
- Combined ICC forms such as the ICC Adjuster Report and ICC Proofs of Loss to the main form groupings of DSA (Direct-side flood) and WYO (Write-Your-Own flood) forms.
- Improvements to SIMSOL Clipboard⢠Send and Sync Buttons
- Fixed Location Factor's 5-Digit Zip Code Look-up
- Updates to 3rd Quarter Pricing 2016
- New September 2016 Tax Data
Important 3rd Quarter Pricing 2016 Update
September 1, 2016
- Renamed FINISHES Sub-trade:
- OLD Sub-trade: Painting / Staining
- NEW Sub-trade: Painting / Staining / Texturing
- Re-classified all Texturing Registry Line Items to NEW Sub-trade in the following VSS Categories:
- Wall Interior Finishes
- Ceiling Interior Finishes
- Walls and Ceilings Combined Items
- Re-named all "Airmover" (single word) line items to "Air Mover" (two words) for easier Searches
August 08, 2016
- Fixed Location Factor's to Display Only 3-Digit Zip Codes
Version 7.0.6.3 Update
July 25, 2016
- Fixed Ability to Generate Blank Photo Sheets from Global Print Screen
- Fixed Automatic Image Downsampling (800x600) for Thumbnail Importer
- Fixed Automatic Image Downsampling for Digital Imager to Maintain Aspect Ratios
- Fixed Blank Policy Term Dates Issue With ClaimsWire Assignments
- Improved ClaimsWire SOL Data Upload
- Fixed Contents VSS Categories Scrolling Order
- Updated VSS (Virtual Scope Sheet) Layout for Floor-To-Ceiling Scoping (with 3rd Quarter 2016 Pricing Update)
3rd Quarter Pricing 2016 Update
July 25, 2016
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Updated Floor-To-Ceiling layout:
- Due to repeated requests from you, the users, we have retro-designed the SIMSOL Complete Building Repair Registry to once again replicate the floor-to-ceiling, interior-to-exterior flow of the original SIMSOL database. Many users prefer this layout as a way to organize their estimates. In addition to users, claims examiners and reviewers also prefer the floor-to-ceiling, interior-to-exterior repair line item design which enables them to more easily review SIMSOL estimates.
- Because of this reorganization, you may notice after the update that some of the line items are found in a different position or nested under a different category within the Virtual Scope Sheet (VSS). We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause some of our users initially but we believe, based on feedback, that you will appreciate the overall organization of the new Repair Registry.
- Remember: If you wish to update the pricing of any CURRENT estimate (even after you have accepted the updated Complete Building Repair Registry database), you must update the GPT (Global Price Table) for each specific estimate.
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: 0 to +/-1%
- Labor Rates: 0 to +/-2%
- Equipment: 0 to +/-1%
Version 7.0.5.3 Update
June 20, 2016
- Fixed Data Importation Issue on the ICC Proof of Loss Without Notary Form
- Fixed Time Zones Issue With Accepted Dates on ClaimsWire Assignments
Version 7.0.5.0 Update
June 02, 2016
- Fixed Access Violation in Global Print Screen
Version 7.0.4.8 Update
June 01, 2016
- ClaimsWire Integration Update
- Added Photo Sheets Audit to Global Print Screen (Ensures That Users Include Digital Photos When Photo Sheets Are Selected)
- Added "If Incurred" Language Option to S.O.L. (Statement of Loss)
- Added Reason Field to Advance Payment Requested Section of the NFIP Preliminary Report
2nd Quarter Pricing 2016 Update
May 09, 2016
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Line Item Additions/Deletions/Changes/Clarifications:
- ADDED: A/C â Heat Pump Electric Whip
- ADDED: Drywall Corner and Arch Trim
- ADDED: Scrape and Spray Ceiling Texture
- CLARIFICATION: Outlet and Switch Assemblies (under light and power circuits) Specification clarification and added new assembly
- CLARIFICATION: Clarified in Specification for all pre-hung door units that no Casing or Trim Sets are included in Line Item cost
- CLARIFICATION: A/C â Heat Pump Line Sets (Specification clarification)
- MOVED: Circuit Breakers (expanded and moved to a Level 2 Category Listing)
- Location Factor Changes:
- Materials: 0 to +/-1%
- Labor Rates: 0 to +/-2%
- Equipment: 0 to +/-1%
- Other Pricing Changes:
Version 7.0.2.5 Update
March 01, 2016
- Added Ability to Select Multiple Items in List View w\Shift Key For:
- Digital Photos
- Diagrams
- Attached Documents
- Notebooks
- Enhanced Digital Photos Component:
- Added Next and Previous Buttons to Digital Imager Screen
- Added Navigation Shortcuts for Next and Previous Feature; Ctrl + Left or Right Arrow to Load Next/Prev. Photo
- Improved Bulk Photo Rename to Truncate Names Longer Than 24 Characters Automatically
- Added Notification for Blank Names in Bulk Photo Rename Component
- Enhanced Tax Rate Printout to Now Display Rate to Four Decimal Places
- Added Override of Pre/Post FIRM in Form Wizard and Updated Rule for Pre/Post FIRM on Prelim Form
Version 7.0.1.11 Update
February 03, 2016
- Added SIMSOL ClipBoard™ Integration
- Simsol 7.0 fully integrates with SIMSOL's new mobile device app, SIMSOL ClipBoard™ (CB). Users download claims to the CB app to record
voice notes, photos, and other field data to complete preliminary inspection reports and forms, such as the forms of the NFIP. Collected field data is uploaded to the
SIMSOL Cloud for downloading to SIMSOL 7.0
- Added New Complete Building Repair Registry
- Added Ability to Exclude Attachments from Archive(s)
- Improved Autoupdater (Improved Version Tracking)
- Improved ClaimsWire Uploader Tool
- Improved Warehouse Uploader Tool
- Digital Photos Improvements:
- Bulk Rename Functionality (Allows for Renaming of Multiple Images At Once)
- Improved Sorting Functionality (Allows Moving Multiple Images At Once)
- Improved General Navigation for Single Image View Section
- Updated Forms (Added Pre/Post FIRM and Date of Substantial Improvement to wizard)
- Fixed Arizona Privilege Tax (APT) Area Calculations on Detailed Summary Printout
- Fixed Date Stamp on Printouts for Forms with Blank Dates
- Moved R&R Scope Option from Drawer Preferences to VSS Preference (Maintain\Preferences\Virtual Scope Screen)
1st Quarter Pricing 2016 Update
February 03, 2016
- Complete Building Repair Registry
- Simsol 7.0 combines all three (3) of SIMSOL's cost databases (Residential, Heavy Commercial and Manufactured/Mobile Home) into a single Complete Building Repair Registry. The result of this merging of the three formerly separate databases is:
- Over 3,000 new material line items for building estimates
- Almost 20,000 new scopes of repair
- New Repair Line Item Categories to better organize estimates
- More VSS items displayed in Alphabetical order for faster estimate line item searches
- Enhanced Line Item Specifications for clearer and more detailed understanding of what is included in line item scopes and operations
- Location Factor Changes
- Material cost average 0 to +/-3%
- Labor cost average 0 to +/-3%
- Equipment cost average 0 to +/-1%
October Pricing Update
October 19, 2015
- Residential / Commercial Database
- Location Factor Changes
- Material cost average 0 to +/-3%
- Labor cost average 0 to +/-3%
- Equipment cost average 0 to +/-1%
- Heavy Commercial Database
- Location Factor Changes
- Material cost average 0 to +/-3%
- Labor cost average 0 to +/-3%
- Equipment cost average 0 to +/-1%
- Manufactured Homes Database
- Location Factor Changes
- Material cost average 0 to +/-3%
- Labor cost average 0 to +/-3%
- Equipment cost average 0 to +/-1%
Version 6.0.5.3 Update
July 24, 2015
- July 2015 Database Pricing
- Improvements to ClaimsWire Upload Process
- Improvements to Warehouse Upload Process
- Fixes to Contents Payment Tracking
- Removed Character Limitation on ClaimsWire Comments Section
July Pricing Update
July 24, 2015
- Residential / Commercial Database
- Location Factor Changes
- Material cost average 0 to +/-1%
- Labor cost average 0 to +/-2%
- Equipment cost average 0 to +/-1%
- Heavy Commercial Database
- Location Factor Changes
- Material cost average 0 to +/-1%
- Labor cost average 0 to +/-2%
- Equipment cost average 0 to +/-1%
- Manufactured Homes Database
- Location Factor Changes
- Material cost average 0 to +/-1%
- Labor cost average 0 to +/-2%
- Equipment cost average 0 to +/-1%
Version 6.0.5.2 Update
June 29, 2015
- Fixed Sales Tax Look-Up on 'Loss Info' and the 'Claim Setup Wizard' Screens
- Fixed Sales Tax Processing for Breakout/Non-Breakout Estimates
- Fixed Area Photos Issue for Building and A.P.S. Estimates - Photos Not Always Printing
- Fixed Issue With Print Group Templates and Sales Tax Calculation Printout
- Added New 'Claim Setup Wizard' for Imported Claims With Custom Coverage Types
- Removed Ability to Alter Sales Tax Rate on Contents Items That Have Already Been Paid
- Improved Web Service Connection to Warehouse Upload Utility
- Added Additional Error Tracking to Warehouse Upload Utility
Version 6.0.5.1 Update
June 16, 2015
- Fixed Sales Tax Lookup Feature From Page One of the Claim Setup Wizard
Version 6.0.5.0 Update
June 12, 2015
- Fixed Line-Item Spacing\Blank Spacing on Building and APS Estimate Printouts
- Fixed 'User Notes' Issue When Generating Contents Estimates
- Fixed Error With Dates Input From Claim Set-up Wizard
Version 6.0.4.7 Update
June 09, 2015
- Updated Elevator Components in SQFT Valuation Data
- Re-Added "Select-All" Feature to Digital Photos Component
- Improved "Sort Alphabetically" Feature in the Digital Photos Sort Screen
- Adjusted Button Positioning
- Added Process Confirmation Window
- Adjusted Tile Placement in Digital Photos Thumbnails View
- Added Quick-Naming Feature to Thumbnails View in Digital Photos, Diagrams, Notes & Attachments
- Enhanced Focus of List and Thumbnail Selection Indicator Within Digital Photos, Diagrams, Notes & Attachments
- Enhanced Display Capabilities for Some Resolutions
- Fixed "Date Closed" Issue (12/30/1899) Within Billing & Invoice Component
- Added "Show Line Item Sales Tax Details" As Available Print Option in Global Print Screen"
Version 6.0.3.2 Update
May 05, 2015
- Fixed Claimswire "Port in Use" Upload Issue
- Fixed Claimswire SSL Upload Configuration
Version 6.0.3.1 Update
April 28, 2015
- Improved CW upload error handling
- Fixed the issue with DPI settings in Windows 8
Version 6.0.2.2 Update
April 24, 2015
- Fixed issue with ClaimsWire Upload Queue Not Displaying Archive (SFZ) File When Uploading Closing Reports
- Fixed ClaimsWire Issue With Packets Marked for Upload Not Automatically Uploading
- Fixed Error "0.0 is Not a Valid Timestamp" for Certain Users
- Fixed Image.DB Error on New Claim Creation for Certain Users
- Updated PDF Importer Component to Increase File Compatibility Support
- Fixed Milestone Issue With Date Selection Calendar Not Displaying for Inspection Date Field
- Fixed Milestone Issue With CW Date Creation Data Not Saving
Version 6.0.1.8 Update
April 20, 2015
- Multiple Estimates
- New Camera Module
- ClaimsWire Live View (Claims Grid)
- Claim Jumper
- Photo Preview on Claims Grid
- Updated Area Screen (Photo Gallery and Updated Look)
- Updated Roof Screen (Photo Gallery and Updated Look)
- Updated Elevation Screen (Photo Gallery and Updated Look)
- Updated Loss Types and Printouts
- Added Auto Claim Close Functionality with Close Date Preference (On Startup Check Claim Creation Date and Any Claim Older Than Preference Close the Claim)
- Enhanced Thumbnail View for:
- Diagrams
- Photos
- Attachments
- Notes
- Scanned Docs (Read-Only)
- Added File Size Estimator to Archive Dialog
- Improved Claim Activity Tracking (History) for:
- Important Dates
- Photo Added
- Drawing Added
- Form Added
- Report Added
- Scanned Doc Added
- Additional Estimate Added
- Additional Estimate Area Created
- Activity Log Entry
- Updated History View
- Added New Claim Notes for History
- New Claim History Printout
- Scheduled Inspection and Additional Appointments Dialog
- Map Upcoming Inspections and Scheduled Appointments
- Added Appointments Printing Capability
- SFA Detects if Touch Display is Available and Expands Main Menu To Allow Better Operation with Touch (Especially Small Tablets)
- Ability to Rename PDF Documents in SFA
- External PDF Utility (Allows Users to Rotate PDF Documents and Save Them Back into SFA)
- Improved Contents Estimate Importer
- New Building and APS Estimate Importer
- Auto Updater Ability to Show Version and Fix Updates
- Update All Drawers With Current GPT After New DB Installation (Auto Updater Or Stand-Alone)
- Updated ClaimsWire Utility
- Additional Minor Bug Fixes
April Pricing Update
April 20th, 2015
- Residential / Commercial Database
- Location Factor Changes
- Labor Cost Average Increase of +/- 1 To 3%
- Heavy Commercial Database
- Location Factor Changes
- Labor Cost Average Increase Of +/- 1 To 3%
- Manufactured Homes Database
- Location Factor Changes
- Labor Cost Average Increase of +/- 1 To 3%
Version 5.2.1.3 Update
February 27, 2015
- Compiled
- January 2015 Database Pricing
- NFIP Form updates fix for Claimswire uploads
- Minor feature enhancements for auto-updater
October Pricing Update
October 15, 2014
- Residential / Commercial Database
- Item Additions / Expansion:
- Redwood Decks Material Increase 6%
- Recycled Decks Material Increase 13%
- Brick Molding Material Increase 12%
- Decorative Exterior Pre-Hung Doors 4 - 6% Material Increase
- Fiberglass Doors 7 - 14% Increase Materials
- Pre-Hung HC Doors 6 - 12% Increase
- Wood Screen Doors 25% Increase Materials
- Location Factor Changes
- Labor Cost Average Increase of +/- 1 To 3%
- Heavy Commercial Database
- Location Factor Changes
- Labor Cost Average Increase Of +/- 1 To 3%
- Manufactured Homes Database
- Location Factor Changes
- Labor Cost Average Increase of +/- 1 To 3%
Version 5.2.1.1 Update
June 27, 2014
- Compiled
- Repaired existing area names disappearing if area(s) were edited after initial creation
Version 5.2.1.0 Update
June 25, 2014
- Compiled
- Re-added Scope 3 (Remove & Replace as Single Line Item) to Virtual Scope Sheet
- Added ability to import PDF's for contents inventories
- Added ability to set default scopes for depreciation with Trade & Trade w\Age Tables
- Added mentor/adjuster signature sections to NFIP forms & preferences
- Added ability to allow multiple copies of ClaimsWire assignments on one system
- Enhanced NFIP Final report to allow deductible/participation value manipulation
- Enhanced PDF processing module to better handle auto-rotation for PDF outputs
- Repaired about screen links to Simsol website and direct e-mail
- Repaired flood information merge field data for basement types
- Repaired calculation issue on Scope of Damage screen for individuals area totals
- Repaired Flood Information Lookup in forms processing
- Repaired RCBAP Penalty Worksheet penalty calculator
April Pricing Update
April 21, 2014
- Residential/Light Commercial
- Commercial
- Manufactured Home
- Residential
- Added submersible well pumps with electrical installation
- Added to spec for exterior siding
- Added allowance for re-nailing roof decks
- Price Increases
- 3% cd plywood flooring
- 3% bc plywood exterior wall sheathing
- 19% garbage disposals
- 15 - 20% Thermal Expansion Tanks
- Location Factor Changes
- Labor cost average increase of +/- 1 to 3%
Version 5.2.0.9 Update
April 17, 2014
- Compiled
- Multiple monitor support has been increased (fixes issues with certain remote desktop solutions)
- Photo import and workflow enhancements
- Enhanced system processing functions for attaching photos and other media
- Fixed Prior Loss section of NFIP Final Report as well as improved form wizard aesthetics
- Improved handling for attached PDFs with rotated pages
- Added close option to About screen
- Improved network version directory structure
- Improved Auto Updater to fix rare installation issues with certain systems
- Improved registration capabilities
- Added the ability to include logo, e-mail address and cell phone number to invoices
- Improved tenant improvement final flood form for WYO and NFIP direct
Version 5.2 Update
January 21, 2014
- Compiled
- January 2014 database repair pricing
- Integration with MySimsol for licensing and online payment
- Auto-update check utility
- All warehouse uploads are now automated
- Removed Scanned Documents module, enhanced attached documents
- Ability to print TIF and PNG attachments in master print screen
- Simsol touch capability for Windows tablets
- Added VSS repair category filtering
- Nation-wide sales tax lookup
- Save and restore diagrams to a diagram library
- Change repair item economic age in the VSS
- Change depreciation type for multiple items in VSS
- Option to include sales tax in unit cost for contents estimate
- Added new estimate report type - Detailed (Labor / Material / Equipment)
- Added local phone number for out of country users in about box and license
- Adjuster digital signature can be set as a preference
- Allow multiple ALE advances with dates and descriptions
- Page rotation for portrait printing based on user's preference
- Arizona Privilege Tax with capability to limit basis to a variable %
- Enhanced PDF processing to reduce PDF size with PDF attachments
- Next/Previous buttons when importing thumbnails
- Ctrl U/I/B keyboard shortcuts for Underline, Italic, and Bold in report tool
- New sales tax calculation methods (none and included in UC)
- User interface design enhancements
October Pricing Update
October 21, 2013
- Residential / Commercial Database Item Additions / Expansion:
- Updated - Batt Unsulation 15%
- Updated - Sound Board 50%
- Added - Attic Ventilation Channels
- Added - Window Security Grating / Louvered Vent
- Added - Window Security Grating / Ornamental Window Bar Guards
- Added - Security Storm Doors
- Heavy Commercial and Mobile Home Databases:
- No pricing changes or additions
- Location Factor Changes:
- Labor cost average increase of +/- 1 to 3%
July Pricing Update
July 23, 2013
- General
- Updated Labor Cost Factors
- Average of all changes -1% - +3%
April Pricing Update
May 22, 2013
- General
- Added - Neo-Angle Door for Shower
- Material Changes
- 3 Tab Asphalt Composition Shingles - 3% increase
- Cellar Door - Material changed to Bilco Door or similar quality
- Specifications Expanded (includes material description, thickness, etc.):
- Vinyl Exterior Siding
- Carpeting
- Sheet Vinyl Flooring
- Vinyl Tile Flooring
- Wall Paneling
- Wallpaper
- Ceiling Tile
- Storm Door
- Faucet
- Sink
- Ceiling Fan
- Oak Strip Wood Plank Flooring
- Door for Shower
- Door for Bathtub
- Door Bell
January Pricing Update
Jan 16, 2013
- General
- Added - Ozone Machines (various sizes) - daily rental costs
- Added - 16" Open Air Fan - daily rental costs
- Added - Spray-on Foam Insulation for Walls and Ceilings
- % increase all labor rates
- Material Changes
- Composition Shingles - 7.5% increase
- Wood and Shake Shingles - 3% increase
- Slate Roofing - 5% increase
- Fiber Cement Slate Roofing - 15% increase
- Clay Tile Roofing - 35% increase
- Location Factor Changes
- January 2013 Standard Residential/Light Commercial Database
- Factors increased to match Superstorm Sandy levels
Version 5.1 Sp2 Update
Nov 13, 2012
- Compiled
- October 2012 NFIP Fee Schedule
- November 2012 Sandy Pricing Database
- Resolves issue in VSS when trying to scope a group item
- Resolves issue in EDS export
- Resolves issue with print templates
- Enhanced Location Factor Options
- Resolves issues enabling buttons when on the claim grid
- Enhanced Claim (CSV) file import feature
- Contains Claimswire improvements
NFIP Fee Schedule Update
Nov 2, 2012
- Newly published ( October 2012 ) fee schedule from the National Flood Insurance Program
Version 5.1 Update
Oct 22, 2012
- Compiled
- Enhanced Simsol SmartSketch
- Updated forms library
- Enhanced file upload handling
- A.L.E. multiple advances
- Enhanced digital photo sorting
- Added a library function for diagrams/sketches
- Graphical repair item search
October 2012 Pricing Update
Oct 17, 2012
- Residential/Commercial Database
- Felt paper increase 20% (due to oil price increase)
- Fire pricing added under Walls and Ceilings
- Wall paneling expanded
- Roof scuppers and roof drain covers
- Asphalt impregnated board sheathing
- Mobile Home Database
- Wall paneling expanded
- Vinyl covered hardboard added
- Rolled roofing (nailed and applied with hot asphalt) added
- Composition shingles - cost with markup removed
- Composition shingles with felt added
- Location Factor Changes
- Labor cost average increase of +/- 1 to 3%