Testimonials
At Crest, our goal is to make every effort to leave no one behind. Different people learn at different rates. Xactware’s teaching method has increased retention as it builds on fundamentals, but we make the extra effort to provide attention individually where it is needed. That philosophy has shown itself in many of our testimonials.
Alfred is the only trainer have ever seen that can work at different levels within the class at the same time. He was able to bring slower learners along without letting faster learners get board while they wait. I took his class in June and aced the test the following week.
Robert (Independent Adjuster)
I have attended many classes during my 30 years of Corporate America experience and Alfred Rey is by far the best instructor I have encountered. He is patient, funny and doesn't make you feel like an idiot even when you feel like one yourself. Listen to his advice at the end of the class and spend at least 5 minutes a day using it or you WILL lose it.
Treva (Purchasing Agent)
While there are several Certified Xactimate Instructors out there, I reached out to Alfred when I was unsure if pursuing a certification was the best route to go for me, given my experience with the software. My choice was to make the investment in myself. Alfred is a phenomenal instructor. Not only does he know the software backwards and forwards, his teaching style is friendly, inclusive and confidence-building, so that when it came time to take the actual certification exam, I was thoroughly prepared for it and was able to pass it with flying colors. Run, don't walk to this instructor! He's a rare find.
Mark (Independent Adjuster)
Alfred Rey of Crest, LLC is a great investment of time and money. His fees are right inline with others. I cannot speak for other trainers per say, but I was and continue to be very happy with my experiences with Crest. The learning environment was taught to zero experienced people through people of many years experience such as myself. I found that everyone in class was secure with the lessons and we were all able to move forward together without classroom lag. I now consider Mr. Rey a personal friend through our learning experiences and we continue to work together towards the next and final Xactimate level III. In addition, Mr. Rey is has always been there to help troubleshoot the occasional speed bumps. Well done and Best regards.
PG (Independent Adjuster)
Alfred leaves no stone unturned. His attention to detail and to each person in the room, their understanding, their learning styles and ways in which to assist with clues and tips insures that everyone (everyone) is given the opportunity to learn in a way that they understand. In addition he is readily available by either email or personal cell phone. His follow up after the class is equally impressive. He makes everything so easy to learn and honestly...we all really had a fun time. Thank you Alfred
Chrissy (Independent Adjuster)
I took my team to Crest's Xactimate proficiency course. It was 3 days long and was held in Bradenton, FL. The 5 of us that participated ranged from first time users to somewhat knowledgeable of what Xactimate can do. Alfred was engaging throughout the entire presentation. If you had a question, he would make sure we all worked through it before any of us moved on to the next material. I can definitely say that the tools he gave us will help out in both my law firm and my teams understanding of how to create estimates using the Xactimate software. Thanks for everything Alfred!
Adam (Attorney)
This was one of the best classes, in the industry, that I have taken and Alfred is amazing. I have and will continue to recommend his class to everyone! Bernard Public Adjuster South Florida
Bernard (Public Adjuster)
Alfred is a top-notch instructor, very patient and very skilled in teaching Xactimate to all levels of expertise; from novice to advanced. His virtual classroom is ideal for those who cannot travel to a live class due to time constraints. Before my class, Hurricane Michael came through my area and knocked out power for days. Alfred contacted me before the class was scheduled to start, and I was able to reschedule with him the following week. I was impressed with him before we ever started class. At the beginning, I was highly intimidated by Xactimate. I knew how it worked, but I had a difficult time making it do the things I wanted it to do. If you are like me, and the thought of Xactimate gives you anxiety, take this class. It's not only an investment in your job, it's an investment in your confidence.
Shannon (Contractor)
My Xactimate training class with Alfred was amazing!!! Alfred was very attentive and patient with the entire class. The knowledge I have using Xactimate have is exemplary compared to where I started, and I owe it all to his course. Alfred is extremely knowledgeable, and he will give you the confidence you need to because excellent with the program and more importantly, your estimating. For those of you out there who are in the Florida area take Alfred's course with Crest, LLC you will not be disappointed. Take it from me, If you are not in the area one of his courses throughout Florida find out a way to get to HIM Its worth the travel for sure!!!
KD (Public Adjuster)
I will recommend Alfred’s course to anyone within my organization or otherwise who will be needing Xactimate training. Going into this class I was told from my peers who have taken similar classes that it would be and extremely boring three days with a monotone instructor. How wrong they were. Alfred was engaging, knowledgeable, and fun spirited. From what experience and training I have received about the program went completely out the window after taking this course. I’m on an estimate in high right now. I can’t wait to get to work and leave all the veterans estimators in the dust. I now feel much more confident in the future of my career. I am also looking forward to take another one of his courses once I get more practice. A+ Thank you so much Alfred!
Keith (Mitigation Contractor)
This is a must for anyone working in this industry. Xactimate can be overwhelming when you start using it. With the training from Crest LLC, you will learn the program. Personal attention was providing to everyone in the class. Access to Crest is offered as a solid support and reference tool.
Brent (Independent Adjuster)
Great instructor! Knows Xactimate inside and out. Took the time to work with everyone one on one, when needed. I would recommend to anyone.
Brad (Independent Adjuster)
Alfred Your class was worth every penny. I was able to do my first real complete estimate on Monday. Once I get proficient I with it will save lots of time for me.
Peter (General Contractor)
Alfred! I hope all is well! Thanks again for a solid training on Xact. Instant impact in my restoration business.
Andres (Restoration Contractor)
I was just telling the boss I need to find where to leave reviews! You rock! Thank you for all of the amazing help! I feel prepared to grow a career and I have you to thank for that!!
Tracy (Roofing Contractor)
Outstanding training and structured course teaching by instructor Alfred Rey. Me being a 5 year insurance adjuster with prior experience using the xactimate software, I felt very grateful I decided to to take this course. After the course ended I left feeling much more confident with the tools and tricks I learned in class. Mr. Rey was patient and explained each section of the training manuel in great detail. I highly recommend this course and instructor to anyone with aspirations to enter the insurance industry.
Corey (Independent Adjuster)
Fantastic instructor! I had a small class size, and we finished early most days. Coming in with almost no Xactimate experience, I left feeling very comfortable processing bids/estimates. Would recommend to anyone!
Dillon (Mitigation Contractor)
This class was one of the best and most informative classes I have taken. The instructor answered all questions clearly and made everything easy to understand. I would highly recommend this class to anyone interested in learning how to use Xactimate.
Jeremy (Mitigation Contractor)
I had a great time in your class and you really did a great job turning something that could have been torture, to a person with a racing mind and a short attention span, into something fun and exciting. You also have the patience of a saint and it’s admirable, I don’t know how you do it but keep it up! I love learning but I’m mostly self taught. It’s been a rare occurrence to find teachers that know how to break things down to what’s actually important, I wish more were like you, I would’ve had a few PhD’s by now! 😁
Rosanna (Contractor)
Alfred Rey is very knowledgeable, approachable, patient, always making sure that we understood everything and always answered each and every question we had. As a plus he has a great sense of humor. In my list, all the above makes him a great trainer! 😁
Sandra (Independent Adjuster)
Alfred is an excellent trainer. I would highly recommend his services. Could not have asked for a better experience. His knowledge of Xactimate and method for training is superb.
John (Roofing Contractor)
Instructor provided great inside and real life examples. Alfred was very professional and Knowledgeable. Recommended for everyone who uses estimating and sketching.
Daniel (Independent Adjuster)
Alfred cares about his students! You will succeed if you take his class!
Derek (Independent Adjuster)
I am new to adjusting, after 42 years in building and remodeling and wanting to do something different at 60 years old, I found Alfred to be very knowledgeable and helpful,the class is a very comfortable setting.Hats off to you Alfred, Excellent training !!! Thank you so much for your help with understanding this program.
David (Contractor/Independent Adjuster)
Top notch instructor and human being. If you're serious about learning Xactimate, Alfred Rey is your guy!
Norris (Independent Adjuster)
What can I say other than, Alfred was the best trainer you could have. He was patient with some of our technical issues. He took his time and made sure we understood each step as we proceeded to the next lesson. I highly recommend Alfred to teach this class to anyone. I actually plan on going back to take part 2 of my certification. Thanks Alfred, Blessings to you. We won't forget you..
Nina (Independent Adjuster)
Why did I choose CREST for xactimate training? I live in Florida and Crest"s home office is located in Florida. I wanted to attend a class soon and Crest was offering a class soon. While I did not put much effort into choosing a company, class or instructor, for Xactimate training,... I got very lucky! Alfred Rey, the instructor is a top notch professional. He led the class through an extensive amount of information, focusing on the most important information, while not scrimping on the details. A distinct effort was made to instill good working habits from the beginning to the end of the course. While my classmates varied in age and aptitude, Alfred kept things moving and left no one behind. When I went in I knew little more than the name Xactimate. When I left; I had a Level 2 proficiency certificate in my hand and my name on the Xactimate website registry. If a friend or colleague were to ask about Xactimate training, I would not hesitate to recommend CREST.
Phillip (Adjuster)
Alfred, thanks for the great class! 3 days perfect amount of time to learn mid level sketching and solid familiarization of Xactimate 28 software. Totally recommend course. Make sure you bring laptop and MOUSE! Make sure to complete the assignment given prior to class, this will help you immensely. Alfred (Instructor) takes time to teach individually and as a team. And if you feel like testing for the Level 2 Xactimate Certification, he will definitely take time to guide and preparation you. Definitely recommend Alfred Rey as instructor.
Daniel (Adjuster)
I didn't have any knowledge about writing an estimate before attending the class. I now have my certificate and feel confident I can perform out in the field. Alfred has a talent and passion for teaching. He makes it fun, explains it until you understand it and has lots of patience. He truly cares about his students succeeding. I'm very happy with the results and can't wait to get out into the field. Thank you Alfred.
Kevin (Independent Adjuster)
"Just want to drop you a quick note to let you know that I just completed day 4 of six day training claims adjuster college. I am flying through this with ease because of the Xactimate class that you taught me. I see many in class struggling and some will not make it. None of those had the Xactimate training. As you are aware, if you can't do Xactimate -you simply can't do this business. There are some that tried to teach themselves online and it simply is not working and I can fully understand why. Xactimate is a powerful program, but you really need to be trained properly in how to use it."
Ben (Before First Deployment)
"I finished up my last inspection yesterday. They now have me on clean up doing xactimate reports for those adjusters that could not get it right. It has been one heck of a ride.
Ben (after First Deployment)
Robert (Independent Adjuster)
I have attended many classes during my 30 years of Corporate America experience and Alfred Rey is by far the best instructor I have encountered. He is patient, funny and doesn't make you feel like an idiot even when you feel like one yourself. Listen to his advice at the end of the class and spend at least 5 minutes a day using it or you WILL lose it.
Treva (Purchasing Agent)
While there are several Certified Xactimate Instructors out there, I reached out to Alfred when I was unsure if pursuing a certification was the best route to go for me, given my experience with the software. My choice was to make the investment in myself. Alfred is a phenomenal instructor. Not only does he know the software backwards and forwards, his teaching style is friendly, inclusive and confidence-building, so that when it came time to take the actual certification exam, I was thoroughly prepared for it and was able to pass it with flying colors. Run, don't walk to this instructor! He's a rare find.
Mark (Independent Adjuster)
Alfred Rey of Crest, LLC is a great investment of time and money. His fees are right inline with others. I cannot speak for other trainers per say, but I was and continue to be very happy with my experiences with Crest. The learning environment was taught to zero experienced people through people of many years experience such as myself. I found that everyone in class was secure with the lessons and we were all able to move forward together without classroom lag. I now consider Mr. Rey a personal friend through our learning experiences and we continue to work together towards the next and final Xactimate level III. In addition, Mr. Rey is has always been there to help troubleshoot the occasional speed bumps. Well done and Best regards.
PG (Independent Adjuster)
Alfred leaves no stone unturned. His attention to detail and to each person in the room, their understanding, their learning styles and ways in which to assist with clues and tips insures that everyone (everyone) is given the opportunity to learn in a way that they understand. In addition he is readily available by either email or personal cell phone. His follow up after the class is equally impressive. He makes everything so easy to learn and honestly...we all really had a fun time. Thank you Alfred
Chrissy (Independent Adjuster)
I took my team to Crest's Xactimate proficiency course. It was 3 days long and was held in Bradenton, FL. The 5 of us that participated ranged from first time users to somewhat knowledgeable of what Xactimate can do. Alfred was engaging throughout the entire presentation. If you had a question, he would make sure we all worked through it before any of us moved on to the next material. I can definitely say that the tools he gave us will help out in both my law firm and my teams understanding of how to create estimates using the Xactimate software. Thanks for everything Alfred!
Adam (Attorney)
This was one of the best classes, in the industry, that I have taken and Alfred is amazing. I have and will continue to recommend his class to everyone! Bernard Public Adjuster South Florida
Bernard (Public Adjuster)
Alfred is a top-notch instructor, very patient and very skilled in teaching Xactimate to all levels of expertise; from novice to advanced. His virtual classroom is ideal for those who cannot travel to a live class due to time constraints. Before my class, Hurricane Michael came through my area and knocked out power for days. Alfred contacted me before the class was scheduled to start, and I was able to reschedule with him the following week. I was impressed with him before we ever started class. At the beginning, I was highly intimidated by Xactimate. I knew how it worked, but I had a difficult time making it do the things I wanted it to do. If you are like me, and the thought of Xactimate gives you anxiety, take this class. It's not only an investment in your job, it's an investment in your confidence.
Shannon (Contractor)
My Xactimate training class with Alfred was amazing!!! Alfred was very attentive and patient with the entire class. The knowledge I have using Xactimate have is exemplary compared to where I started, and I owe it all to his course. Alfred is extremely knowledgeable, and he will give you the confidence you need to because excellent with the program and more importantly, your estimating. For those of you out there who are in the Florida area take Alfred's course with Crest, LLC you will not be disappointed. Take it from me, If you are not in the area one of his courses throughout Florida find out a way to get to HIM Its worth the travel for sure!!!
KD (Public Adjuster)
I will recommend Alfred’s course to anyone within my organization or otherwise who will be needing Xactimate training. Going into this class I was told from my peers who have taken similar classes that it would be and extremely boring three days with a monotone instructor. How wrong they were. Alfred was engaging, knowledgeable, and fun spirited. From what experience and training I have received about the program went completely out the window after taking this course. I’m on an estimate in high right now. I can’t wait to get to work and leave all the veterans estimators in the dust. I now feel much more confident in the future of my career. I am also looking forward to take another one of his courses once I get more practice. A+ Thank you so much Alfred!
Keith (Mitigation Contractor)
This is a must for anyone working in this industry. Xactimate can be overwhelming when you start using it. With the training from Crest LLC, you will learn the program. Personal attention was providing to everyone in the class. Access to Crest is offered as a solid support and reference tool.
Brent (Independent Adjuster)
Great instructor! Knows Xactimate inside and out. Took the time to work with everyone one on one, when needed. I would recommend to anyone.
Brad (Independent Adjuster)
Alfred Your class was worth every penny. I was able to do my first real complete estimate on Monday. Once I get proficient I with it will save lots of time for me.
Peter (General Contractor)
Alfred! I hope all is well! Thanks again for a solid training on Xact. Instant impact in my restoration business.
Andres (Restoration Contractor)
I was just telling the boss I need to find where to leave reviews! You rock! Thank you for all of the amazing help! I feel prepared to grow a career and I have you to thank for that!!
Tracy (Roofing Contractor)
Outstanding training and structured course teaching by instructor Alfred Rey. Me being a 5 year insurance adjuster with prior experience using the xactimate software, I felt very grateful I decided to to take this course. After the course ended I left feeling much more confident with the tools and tricks I learned in class. Mr. Rey was patient and explained each section of the training manuel in great detail. I highly recommend this course and instructor to anyone with aspirations to enter the insurance industry.
Corey (Independent Adjuster)
Fantastic instructor! I had a small class size, and we finished early most days. Coming in with almost no Xactimate experience, I left feeling very comfortable processing bids/estimates. Would recommend to anyone!
Dillon (Mitigation Contractor)
This class was one of the best and most informative classes I have taken. The instructor answered all questions clearly and made everything easy to understand. I would highly recommend this class to anyone interested in learning how to use Xactimate.
Jeremy (Mitigation Contractor)
I had a great time in your class and you really did a great job turning something that could have been torture, to a person with a racing mind and a short attention span, into something fun and exciting. You also have the patience of a saint and it’s admirable, I don’t know how you do it but keep it up! I love learning but I’m mostly self taught. It’s been a rare occurrence to find teachers that know how to break things down to what’s actually important, I wish more were like you, I would’ve had a few PhD’s by now! 😁
Rosanna (Contractor)
Alfred Rey is very knowledgeable, approachable, patient, always making sure that we understood everything and always answered each and every question we had. As a plus he has a great sense of humor. In my list, all the above makes him a great trainer! 😁
Sandra (Independent Adjuster)
Alfred is an excellent trainer. I would highly recommend his services. Could not have asked for a better experience. His knowledge of Xactimate and method for training is superb.
John (Roofing Contractor)
Instructor provided great inside and real life examples. Alfred was very professional and Knowledgeable. Recommended for everyone who uses estimating and sketching.
Daniel (Independent Adjuster)
Alfred cares about his students! You will succeed if you take his class!
Derek (Independent Adjuster)
I am new to adjusting, after 42 years in building and remodeling and wanting to do something different at 60 years old, I found Alfred to be very knowledgeable and helpful,the class is a very comfortable setting.Hats off to you Alfred, Excellent training !!! Thank you so much for your help with understanding this program.
David (Contractor/Independent Adjuster)
Top notch instructor and human being. If you're serious about learning Xactimate, Alfred Rey is your guy!
Norris (Independent Adjuster)
What can I say other than, Alfred was the best trainer you could have. He was patient with some of our technical issues. He took his time and made sure we understood each step as we proceeded to the next lesson. I highly recommend Alfred to teach this class to anyone. I actually plan on going back to take part 2 of my certification. Thanks Alfred, Blessings to you. We won't forget you..
Nina (Independent Adjuster)
Why did I choose CREST for xactimate training? I live in Florida and Crest"s home office is located in Florida. I wanted to attend a class soon and Crest was offering a class soon. While I did not put much effort into choosing a company, class or instructor, for Xactimate training,... I got very lucky! Alfred Rey, the instructor is a top notch professional. He led the class through an extensive amount of information, focusing on the most important information, while not scrimping on the details. A distinct effort was made to instill good working habits from the beginning to the end of the course. While my classmates varied in age and aptitude, Alfred kept things moving and left no one behind. When I went in I knew little more than the name Xactimate. When I left; I had a Level 2 proficiency certificate in my hand and my name on the Xactimate website registry. If a friend or colleague were to ask about Xactimate training, I would not hesitate to recommend CREST.
Phillip (Adjuster)
Alfred, thanks for the great class! 3 days perfect amount of time to learn mid level sketching and solid familiarization of Xactimate 28 software. Totally recommend course. Make sure you bring laptop and MOUSE! Make sure to complete the assignment given prior to class, this will help you immensely. Alfred (Instructor) takes time to teach individually and as a team. And if you feel like testing for the Level 2 Xactimate Certification, he will definitely take time to guide and preparation you. Definitely recommend Alfred Rey as instructor.
Daniel (Adjuster)
I didn't have any knowledge about writing an estimate before attending the class. I now have my certificate and feel confident I can perform out in the field. Alfred has a talent and passion for teaching. He makes it fun, explains it until you understand it and has lots of patience. He truly cares about his students succeeding. I'm very happy with the results and can't wait to get out into the field. Thank you Alfred.
Kevin (Independent Adjuster)
"Just want to drop you a quick note to let you know that I just completed day 4 of six day training claims adjuster college. I am flying through this with ease because of the Xactimate class that you taught me. I see many in class struggling and some will not make it. None of those had the Xactimate training. As you are aware, if you can't do Xactimate -you simply can't do this business. There are some that tried to teach themselves online and it simply is not working and I can fully understand why. Xactimate is a powerful program, but you really need to be trained properly in how to use it."
Ben (Before First Deployment)
"I finished up my last inspection yesterday. They now have me on clean up doing xactimate reports for those adjusters that could not get it right. It has been one heck of a ride.
Ben (after First Deployment)