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ISCO-08 3315

Valuers and loss assessors

86.9%
ADI · 86th of 433 · 95% interval 76.0–96.0

An AI agent can at least partly carry out 86.9% of the task time of valuers and loss assessors, and finish 4.5% alone. The barrier that holds most of the rest back is access to the systems the work runs on.

ADI · partial or full86.9%

86th of 433 · interval 76.0–96.0

ADI3 · full delegation4.5%

83rd of 433 · interval 0.7–10.2

ADIs · share of time58.2%

65th of 433 · interval 53.5–62.3

Evidence78

task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 1.3 million.

Task weight by level

How the tasks rate

11%
82%
L0No meaningful role · 1.7%L1Augmentation · 11.4%L2Partial delegation · 82.4%L3Full delegation · 4.6%
Barriers

What stops the agent

Physical presence30%
Accountability64%
Trust and care17%
Access to systems77%

Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.

78 task statements, heaviest first
Task statement (O*NET occupation)Sonnet · HaikuBarriers
Estimate parts and labor to repair damage, using standard automotive labor and parts cost manuals and knowledge of automotive repair.Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage4.3%L2L2L265%1.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage4.2%L2L2L262%52 minAccountability, Access to systems
Review repair cost estimates with automobile repair shop to secure agreement on cost of repairs.Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage4.2%L2L2L258%45 minAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Examine damaged vehicle to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical, electrical, or interior damage.Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage4.0%L1L1L122%52 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Evaluate practicality of repair as opposed to payment of market value of vehicle before accident.Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage4.0%L2L2L268%52 minAccountability, Access to systems
Determine salvage value on total-loss vehicle.Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage2.9%L2L2L268%52 minAccountability, Access to systems
Write descriptions of the property being appraised.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property2.6%L2L2L270%42 minPhysical presence
Document physical characteristics of property such as measurements, quality, and design.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property2.5%L1L1L232%1.1 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Calculate the value of property based on comparisons to recent sales, estimated cost to reproduce, and anticipated property income streams.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property2.4%L2L2L262%4.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Determine the appropriate type of valuation to make, such as fair market, replacement, or liquidation, based on the needs of the property owner.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property2.4%L2L2L262%45 minAccountability
Locate and record data on sales of comparable property using specialized software, internet searches, or personal records.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property2.4%L2L2L270%1.8 hAccess to systems
Write and submit appraisal reports for property, such as jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, and equipment.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property2.1%L2L2L255%3.3 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Create and maintain a database of completed appraisals.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property2.0%L3L3L385%1.3 hAccess to systems
Inspect personal or business property.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property1.8%L1L1L225%1.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Take photographs of property.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property1.7%L0L0L05%52 minPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Show the other 63 tasks
Task statement (O*NET occupation)Sonnet · HaikuBarriers
Verify that property matches legal descriptions or certifications.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property1.7%L2L2L242%1.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Arrange to have damage appraised by another appraiser to resolve disagreement with shop on repair cost.Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage1.4%L2L2L260%1.1 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Compute final estimation of property values, taking into account such factors as depreciation, replacement costs, value comparisons of similar properties, and income potential.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.3%L2L2L265%3.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Prepare written reports that estimate property values, outline methods by which the estimations were made, and meet appraisal standards.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.3%L2L2L262%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Search public records for transactions such as sales, leases, and assessments.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.3%L2L2L375%1.5 hAccess to systems
Examine claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.3%L2L2L265%45 minAccountability, Access to systems
Obtain county land values and sales information about nearby properties to aid in establishment of property values.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.2%L2L2L375%1.8 hAccess to systems
Investigate, evaluate, and settle claims, applying technical knowledge and human relations skills to effect fair and prompt disposal of cases and to contribute to a reduced loss ratio.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.2%L2L2L255%3.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Analyze information gathered by investigation and report findings and recommendations.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.2%L2L2L270%3.0 hAccountability
Pay and process claims within designated authority level.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.2%L2L2L265%45 minAccountability, Access to systems
Photograph interiors and exteriors of properties to assist in estimating property value, substantiate findings, and complete appraisal reports.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.2%L1L1L112%1.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Investigate and assess damage to property and create or review property damage estimates.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.1%L2L2L252%2.8 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Maintain familiarity with aspects of local real estate markets.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.1%L2L2L265%2.0 hAccess to systems
Verify and analyze data used in settling claims to ensure that claims are valid and that settlements are made according to company practices and procedures.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.1%L2L2L262%1.4 hAccountability, Access to systems
Enter claim payments, reserves and new claims on computer system, inputting concise yet sufficient file documentation.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.1%L2L2L378%20 minAccountability, Access to systems
Review police reports, medical treatment records, medical bills, or physical property damage to determine the extent of liability.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.1%L2L2L265%1.5 hAccountability, Access to systems
Collect and analyze relevant data to identify real estate market trends.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.1%L2L2L375%4.0 hAccess to systems
Interview or correspond with claimants, witnesses, police, physicians, or other relevant parties to determine claim settlement, denial, or review.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.1%L2L2L255%1.3 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Review information about transfers of property to ensure its accuracy, checking basic information on buyers, sellers, and sales prices and making corrections as necessary.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.1%L2L3L280%30 minAccountability, Access to systems
Inspect properties, considering factors such as market value, location, and building or replacement costs to determine appraisal value.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.1%L2L2L250%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Identify the ownership of each piece of taxable property.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate · supplemental task1.1%L2L2L270%45 minAccess to systems
Examine claims investigated by insurance adjusters, further investigating questionable claims to determine whether to authorize payments.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.1%L2L2L258%2.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Analyze trends in sales prices, construction costs, and rents, to assess property values or determine the accuracy of assessments.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.1%L2L2L265%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Verify legal descriptions of properties by comparing them to county records.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.0%L2L2L270%45 minAccountability, Access to systems
Check building codes and zoning bylaws to determine any effects on the properties being appraised.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate1.0%L2L2L265%1.3 hAccountability, Access to systems
Interview or correspond with agents and claimants to correct errors or omissions and to investigate questionable claims.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.0%L2L2L258%1.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Maintain claim files, such as records of settled claims and an inventory of claims requiring detailed analysis.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.0%L3L3L382%45 minAccess to systems
Recommend loan amounts based on the value of property being used as collateral.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property · supplemental task1.0%L2L2L262%1.5 hAccountability, Access to systems
Adjust reserves or provide reserve recommendations to ensure that reserve activities are consistent with corporate policies.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators1.0%L2L2L265%45 minAccountability, Access to systems
Supervise claims adjusters to ensure that adjusters have followed proper methods.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators · supplemental task1.0%L2L2L255%1.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Update appraisals when property has been improved, damaged, or has otherwise changed.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property0.9%L2L2L255%2.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Interview persons familiar with properties and immediate surroundings, such as contractors, home owners, and realtors, to obtain pertinent information.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate0.9%L2L2L250%52 minTrust and care, Access to systems
Forecast the value of property.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property0.9%L2L2L260%4.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Prepare and maintain current data on each parcel assessed, including maps of boundaries, inventories of land and structures, property characteristics, and any applicable exemptions.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate · supplemental task0.9%L2L2L258%1.3 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Examine the type and location of nearby services, such as shopping centers, schools, parks, and other neighborhood features, to evaluate their impact on property values.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate0.9%L2L2L270%1.8 hAccountability
Resolve complex, severe exposure claims, using high service oriented file handling.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators0.9%L2L2L250%10 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Contact or interview claimants, doctors, medical specialists, or employers to get additional information.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators0.8%L2L2L260%45 minAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Estimate building replacement costs, using building valuation manuals and professional cost estimators.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate0.8%L2L2L268%1.5 hAccountability, Access to systems
Evaluate land and neighborhoods where properties are situated, considering locations and trends or impending changes that could influence future values.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate0.8%L2L2L260%3.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Examine income records and operating costs of income properties.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate0.8%L2L2L270%2.5 hAccountability, Access to systems
Inspect new construction and major improvements to existing structures to determine values.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate0.8%L1L1L232%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Establish uniform and equitable systems for assessing all classes and kinds of property.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate · supplemental task0.8%L2L2L255%40 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Calculate tax bills for properties by multiplying assessed values by jurisdiction tax rates.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate · supplemental task0.8%L3L3L388%12 minAccess to systems
Confer with legal counsel on claims requiring litigation.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators0.8%L2L2L245%1.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Communicate with former associates to verify employment record or to obtain background information regarding persons or businesses applying for credit.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators · supplemental task0.8%L2L2L258%1.0 hTrust and care
Negotiate claim settlements or recommend litigation when settlement cannot be negotiated.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators · supplemental task0.8%L2L2L252%3.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Refer questionable claims to investigator or claims adjuster for investigation or settlement.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators0.7%L2L2L265%25 minAccountability, Access to systems
Prepare reports to be submitted to company's data processing department.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators · supplemental task0.7%L3L3L382%1.1 hAccess to systems
Conduct detailed bill reviews to implement sound litigation management and expense control.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators · supplemental task0.7%L2L2L268%1.4 hAccountability, Access to systems
Draw land diagrams to be used in appraisal reports to support findings.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate0.7%L2L2L268%1.3 hAccountability, Access to systems
Collect evidence to support contested claims in court.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators0.6%L2L2L245%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Determine taxability of properties, using methods such as field inspection, structural measurement, calculation, sales analysis, market trend studies, and income and expense analysis.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate · supplemental task0.6%L2L2L255%3.3 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Present cases and participate in their discussion at claim committee meetings.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators0.6%L2L2L242%55 minAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Examine titles to property to determine validity and act as company agent in transactions with property owners.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators · supplemental task0.6%L2L2L258%2.3 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct regular reviews of property within jurisdictions to determine changes in property due to construction or demolition.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate0.6%L2L2L258%2.4 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Report overpayments, underpayments, and other irregularities.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators0.5%L2L2L262%1.1 hAccountability, Access to systems
Testify in court as to the value of a piece of tangible property.Appraisers of Personal and Business Property0.5%L1L1L230%3.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care
Communicate with reinsurance brokers to obtain information necessary for processing claims.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators · supplemental task0.5%L2L2L265%35 minAccess to systems
Explain real and personal property taxes to property owners.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate · supplemental task0.4%L2L2L262%28 minTrust and care, Access to systems
Attend mediations or trials.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators0.3%L1L1L112%4.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Obtain credit information from banks and other credit services.Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L258%45 minAccountability, Access to systems
Explain assessed values to property owners and defend appealed assessments at public hearings.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L245%1.8 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Testify in court as to the value of a piece of real estate property.Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate0.2%L1L1L238%6.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems

Level: consensus of the two models (the lower level when they disagree). Share: part of the task’s working time an agent could take over. Human time: minutes a competent person needs for one instance, as estimated by the models.

Against other measures

Exposure is not delegation

MeasureValuePercentilePct
ADI (this index)86.9%80
Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β0.53483
Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure0.90573
Webb (2020), AI patent exposure70.565
Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure0.38576
Anthropic Economic Index, observed use0.04159

Earlier indices measure whether AI can touch a task; ADI measures how much of it an agent can carry out from a goal. – : the source does not cover this occupation.

Same sub-major group (33)

Neighbouring occupations

Dashed line: valuers and loss assessors (86.9%).

Cite this record
Text

Espinal Maya, Cristian, and Santiago Jiménez Londoño. 2026. ADI v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and MCP server. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918. Record: Valuers and loss assessors (ISCO-08 3315), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/3315

BibTeX
@misc{espinal2026adidata,
  title     = {{ADI} v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and {MCP} server},
  author    = {Espinal Maya, Cristian and Jim{\'e}nez Londo{\~n}o, Santiago},
  year      = {2026},
  publisher = {Zenodo},
  version   = {v2026.1},
  doi       = {10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
  url       = {https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
  note      = {Record: Valuers and loss assessors (ISCO-08 3315)}
}
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