Glossary · damage
Constructive Total Loss
Repair costs exceed the replacement value; settle at total loss.
When rehabilitation cost plus salvage exceeds replacement value, total loss economics apply. Carriers settle at replacement minus deductible rather than funding uneconomic repair.
In practice
Where you encounter "Constructive Total Loss"
Policyholders see "Constructive Total Loss" referenced in policy language, claim correspondence, and scope documents. Knowing the precise definition under Florida practice keeps you from accepting carrier framing. See FS 626.854 on public adjuster representation and FS 627.70131 on carrier duties.
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- ✓Licensed Florida public adjusters
- ✓We work for policyholders, not insurance companies
- ✓No fee unless we recover more than you were offered
What kind of damage?
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