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Construction Estimating Services

Concept Estimating is a reliable platform offering comprehensive construction estimating services. With Our Estimators industry expertise, we provide customized services that help our clients win bids successfully. Our skilled team offers a variety of cutting edge software options such, as Bluebeam, RS Means and Xactimate. We make sure to use the up to date versions of these tools accurately and stay current through continuous updates. We understand each project is unique and each project prices vary from state to state and project type ,So we price each project based on their zip code using the RS Means database, providing precise and reliable cost estimates.

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Why Choose Us

Why Choose Concept Estimating for your Construction Estimating Needs

Industry Expertise

Our highly experienced team offers deep, specialized knowledge across construction sectors and trades.

Comprehensive Services

Complete takeoffs, estimates, and customized solutions for all your construction estimating needs.

Efficient and Accurate

We Provide Streamlined processes, With meticulous attention to detail, and reliable, data-driven insights.

Cost-Effective Solutions

Outsource your estimating to avoid overhead and Get Estimating Solutions here. Partner with Concept Estimating for a trusted, technology-enabled estimating solution that empowers your construction business.

Our Services

CONSTRUCTION TAKEOFF SERVICES

Mep Services

We provide comprehensive MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) estimating and construction takeoff services for contractors. Our dedicated team of experienced MEP estimators uses specialized software like Bluebeam, PlanSwift, and Trimble to meticulously quantify all materials and labor for HVAC, sheet metal, ductwork, process piping, pipe insulation, instrumentation, and controls. Our certified estimators leverage these powerful tools to deliver accurate, detailed cost estimates directly from the project plans and specifications, ensuring that every aspect of the MEP systems is addressed. This allows you to bid confidently and plan your projects effectively. Trust our MEP estimating expertise to streamline your bidding process, reduce the risk of overlooked costs, and improve your overall project outcomes.

Concrete Estimating Services

As a leading provider of thorough and dependable concrete estimating services, Concrete Estimating delivers accurate takeoffs and estimates for a wide range of concrete elements, as well as comprehensive thermal moisture protection services. Leveraging advanced software like Bluebeam, Planswift, and Accubid, our experienced team ensures every estimate meets the highest standards of accuracy and attention to detail. With an impressive 85 %+ bid-winning ratio. Concrete Estimating is the trusted partner construction professionals depend on to win more bids and keep projects on track. Experience the difference a true industry cornerstone can make - contact Cornerstone Estimating today.

Painting Estimation Services

We deliver meticulous material takeoffs, man-hour calculations, and labor cost estimates for painting, roofing, and flooring contractors. Our comprehensive estimates account for coatings, finishes, insulation, shingles, and more. We itemize all quantities by wall, partition, and detailed description to eliminate waste. Our estimators recommend quality products tailored to your needs. From coatings to roofing systems, trust our deep industry knowledge to provide the accurate, data-driven estimates you need to win more bids.

Sitework and Earthwork Takeoffs Services

Our experienced team delivers detailed takeoffs for excavation, earthwork, site utilities, landscaping, concrete, paving, and specialty site work. We provide cut/fill analysis, 3D modeling, volume calculations, and estimates for all site development components. Our clients gain the precise data needed to bid competitively and execute site work projects efficiently. We itemize all quantities by wall, partition, and detailed description to eliminate waste. Our estimators recommend quality products tailored to your needs. From coatings to roofing systems, trust our deep industry knowledge to provide the accurate, data-driven estimates you need to win more bids.
CONSTRUCTION TAKEOFF SERVICES

Cold Formed Steel And Light Gauge Framing Estimating Services

We provide accurate, affordable steel estimating services covering structural and miscellaneous components – from beams and trusses to fasteners and castings. Our detailed takeoffs help clients describe and acquire materials efficiently, ensuring quality and precision down to the smallest detail. Contractors, fabricators, and distributors trust our comprehensive steel estimates to streamline operations and win more bids.

Masonry takeoff services

We offer a range of masonry estimation services to contractors in both commercial construction fields. Our skilled team meticulously calculates the quantities of all masonry components, including blocks, bricks, glazed tiles, architectural precast elements well as precast lintels and sills. By utilizing software such as AccuBid, Planswift and Bluebeam our estimators ensure that every detail of the masonry materials is accounted for accurately. This precision guarantees high quality takeoffs that enable our clients to make informed purchasing decisions and submit bids with confidence. Whether you are involved in a scale project or a custom residential build you can rely on Concept Estimating expertise, in masonry estimation to provide you with detailed insights backed by data. These insights will help you enhance your operations efficiency and boost profitability effectively.

Drywall Takeoffs Services

Estimating services offered by Concept Estimating deliver calculations, for drywall quantities and cost estimates catering to contractors, drywall installers and various construction experts. Our calculations encompass all drywall components, including sheets, boards, screws, beads, insulation materials along with factoring, in labor and transportation expenses. Our detailed, data-driven insights help clients submit competitive bids, order materials efficiently, and execute projects successfully.

Lumber Takeoffs Services

Concept Estimating provides precise lumber and millwork takeoffs for framing, millwork, commercial, and residential contractors. Our detailed estimates cover rough/finish carpentry, trusses, drywall, cabinetry, millwork, and more. By outsourcing this work, clients avoid costly in-house estimating staff and software. With our accurate, timely takeoffs, we help contractors submit competitive bids and execute projects efficiently. Our calculations encompass all drywall components, including sheets, boards, screws, beads, insulation materials along with factoring, in labor and transportation expenses. Our detailed, data-driven insights help clients submit competitive bids, order materials efficiently, and execute projects successfully.

CONSTRUCTION TAKEOFF SERVICES

Cold Formed Steel And Light Gauge Framing Estimating Services

We provide accurate, affordable steel estimating services covering structural and miscellaneous components – from beams and trusses to fasteners and castings. Our detailed takeoffs help clients describe and acquire materials efficiently, ensuring quality and precision down to the smallest detail. Contractors, fabricators, and distributors trust our comprehensive steel estimates to streamline operations and win more bids.

Masonry takeoff services

We offer a range of masonry estimation services to contractors in both commercial construction fields. Our skilled team meticulously calculates the quantities of all masonry components, including blocks, bricks, glazed tiles, architectural precast elements well as precast lintels and sills. By utilizing software such as AccuBid, Planswift and Bluebeam our estimators ensure that every detail of the masonry materials is accounted for accurately. This precision guarantees high quality takeoffs that enable our clients to make informed purchasing decisions and submit bids with confidence. Whether you are involved in a scale project or a custom residential build you can rely on Concept Estimating expertise, in masonry estimation to provide you with detailed insights backed by data. These insights will help you enhance your operations efficiency and boost profitability effectively.

Drywall Takeoffs Services

Estimating services offered by Concept Estimating deliver calculations, for drywall quantities and cost estimates catering to contractors, drywall installers and various construction experts. Our calculations encompass all drywall components, including sheets, boards, screws, beads, insulation materials along with factoring, in labor and transportation expenses. Our detailed, data-driven insights help clients submit competitive bids, order materials efficiently, and execute projects successfully.

Lumber Takeoffs Services

Concept Estimating provides precise lumber and millwork takeoffs for framing, millwork, commercial, and residential contractors. Our detailed estimates cover rough/finish carpentry, trusses, drywall, cabinetry, millwork, and more. By outsourcing this work, clients avoid costly in-house estimating staff and software. With our accurate, timely takeoffs, we help contractors submit competitive bids and execute projects efficiently. Our calculations encompass all drywall components, including sheets, boards, screws, beads, insulation materials along with factoring, in labor and transportation expenses. Our detailed, data-driven insights help clients submit competitive bids, order materials efficiently, and execute projects successfully.

Construction Cost Estimating Services Include

Commercial Estimating

Concept Estimating is the premier provider of Comprehensive and cost-effective commercial construction and estimating Services in all over the United States. With Our Team Of Qualified and Seasoned Estimation Experts with strong expertise in the commercial Sector . Concept estimating provided Exceptional Accurate Results across various ranges of project types from restaurants and warehouses to airports , theaters and hospitality venues . Concept Estimating can handle all your commercial construction estimating needs including bid estimates , design estimates , material takeoffs and labor takeoffs and empowering clients to make informed and strong decisions through the projects. With a proven track record of delivering Projects valued $11 Million to Several Hundred million Dollars , Concept Estimating has gained trust of a broad Client Base that Includes commercial contractors , general contractors , developers , lenders ,designers , and architects. By Making Precisions , Cost Effectiveness Solutions and a Customers Approach . Concept Estimating has gained Authority in Commercial Construction Estimating Needs .

Residential Estimating

Concept Estimating is a regarded partner in the field of residential construction estimates. With experience in providing cost projections for various residential projects ranging from individual houses to multi unit complexes and Surround both new builds and renovations the team at Concept Estimating possesses unmatched expertise in this domain. Whether collaborating with contractors, homeowners, architects or financiers, Concept Estimating delivers dependable estimates that enable decision making at every stage of a project. Through a combination of industry insights and Careful attention to detail Estimating Concepts has solidified its reputation as the choice for residential construction estimating services.

Industrial Estimating

Concept Estimating's industrial experts provide structured, detailed cost projections for specialized projects in process, power, oil, gas, and chemicals. With extensive experience, the team delivers accurate, reliable estimates across domains like piping, instrumentation, and cogeneration. Leveraging deep industry knowledge, Concept Estimating empowers clients to make informed decisions, solidifying its reputation as the go-to partner for industrial construction estimating.

Civil Estimating Services

Our experienced team brings specialized expertise in estimating and quantity takeoffs to support large-scale civil works. The company's comprehensive portfolio includes projects like Las Vegas highway infrastructure, where it delivers accurate cost projections to enable informed decision-making. Leveraging deep civil construction knowledge, Concept Estimating has solidified its reputation as the trusted partner for precise, reliable civil estimating services.

Construction Estimating Services for Public Sectors

Concept Estimating brings specialized expertise to public sector construction projects. The company's seasoned estimators are well-versed in working with drawings, plans, contracts, and industry terminology, delivering comprehensive, detailed estimates for high-profile clients like U.S. government agencies, transportation authorities, and state departments. Leveraging deep industry knowledge, Concept Estimating empowers public sector partners to make informed decisions, solidifying its reputation as the trusted construction estimating provider.

Our Construction Estimates

Concept Estimating provides detailed construction estimates in client-preferred Excel and PDF formats, using our own template or the customer's. Our extensive portfolio spans residential, commercial, civil, MEP, and specialty trades, with expertise in conceptual, preliminary, and final estimates. By blending deep industry knowledge and a flexible approach, Concept Estimating delivers reliable, customized estimating services trusted by construction professionals across diverse project types.

Material Takeoffs

The company's expert platform delivers precise, cost-effective material and quantity takeoffs backed by diverse construction experience. From concrete to plumbing, specialized experts provide detailed takeoffs covering labor, man hours, and zip code-based material pricing, generating more accurate cost projections than industry peers. The team's comprehensive takeoff capabilities span a wide range of trade areas, including firestop, fireproofing, painting, sitework, structural steel, doors and windows, landscaping, and irrigation. Clients can rely on the company to provide construction estimates in their preferred format, including CSI-coded line items, positioning it as the trusted partner for precision-driven material takeoffs and cost estimating services.

Our Construction Estimators Steps in Preparing Estimates

Our company's construction estimating team comprises seasoned professionals. The team includes estimators, engineers, field experts, and superintendents, working collaboratively to deliver accurate and efficient support for building professionals.

Key responsibilities of the estimating team include

Preparing comprehensive material takeoffs and cost estimates Managing client bidding network profiles and bid submissions Establishing feasibility of budget reports for owners and lenders Preparing detailed estimates and bidding proposals for subcontractors Providing design estimates for architectural and engineering firms Developing preliminary cost projections for contractors The team's depth Experience and professional working enable them to identify cost-saving opportunities, minimize risks, and empower clients to make informed decisions throughout the construction process. The team's comprehensive takeoff capabilities span a wide range of trade areas, including firestop, fireproofing, painting, sitework, structural steel, doors and windows, landscaping, and irrigation. Clients can rely on the company to provide construction estimates in their preferred format, including CSI-coded line items, positioning it as the trusted partner for precision-driven material takeoffs and cost estimating services.

Building Estimating Solutions

Our expert platform provides comprehensive building estimating services, delivering the most precise information for new construction, remodeling, renovation, or home improvements. Leveraging the latest software and tools, our experienced estimators efficiently perform on-screen takeoffs and prepare detailed cost projections for all construction phases. This advanced, technology-driven approach enables us to provide accurate, tailored estimating services to a wide range of contractors and construction professionals. Clients can trust our platform to deliver the critical information needed to make informed decisions and achieve successful project outcomes.

Areas Served By Concept Estimating

If you're searching for a good construction estimating partner, we are at your service. Our team of experienced estimators provides comprehensive construction estimating services to clients across North America, the Caribbean region and the Australian market. Regardless of your location with these service areas, you can trust our experts to deliver accurate and reliable cost projections for your construction projects. From new builds to renovations and everything in between, we have the expertise to support your estimating needs. Concept Estimating having team with experienced estimators providing Construction Estimating Services , Hurry Up we are here to help you
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Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Our top priority is customer satisfaction, and we work closely with clients to understand their unique needs and goals.

In my experience working with Concept Estimating, they have displayed tremendous skill in the area of cost engineering. I can always count on their professionalism and expert guidance.
Jared Khan COASTAL RECONSTRUCTION GROUP
Concept Estimating has been a valued part of our development team over the last few years. Their cost and quantity estimates are thorough and well documented and are a reliable part of our budgeting process which is critical to our land acquisitions. We fully endorse their construction
Luke ColmanDirector, Streich Inc
The company Concept Estimating llc is very professional company. As a general contractor I rely on them to ensure plan take offs are of a high standard. I am very confident to recommending World Estimating Services.
Eric BergHealy Construction Services, Inc

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How To Get Started?

Submission Of Drawing Plans
After you send us your drawings and specifications, we will prepare an offer with an invoice, processing time, and delivery date. We accept PDF format. Your plans can be proposal documents, schematics, design developments, construction documents, or conceptual drawings. Please attach the file on the contact page and fill out the form to submit your details.
Upload Plans Receive A Quote
After analyzing your plans, we will send you an offer within minutes. If you agree, you can pay your invoice by credit card, debit card, or Stripe. And our professional estimators will start working on your project.
Get Estimate
Receive an estimate including quantity and price for all materials and labor. According to the client’s request, we will send the quotation/quantity takeoff sheet in EXCEL, our template, or the client’s template.
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CEO BIOGRAPHY

Eric Wilson is the CEO of concept Estimating, a company that has been in the industry for 27 years. Alex has over 22 years of industry experience and is widely regarded as a leading expert in the field of estimation services. He has also contributed his skills and experience as a trainer in estimating industry. With a firm grasp on all the software used in estimations, including Bluebeam, Plan swift, RS Means, Trimble, Cost Works, FastPIPE, Xactimate, FastDUCT, and Quest Estimating, Alex is able to deliver the most accurate and comprehensive estimates for his clients. As a true professional, Alex always follows the industry standards set forth by organizations such as RICS, AACE, and ASPE to ensure that concept Estimating delivers only the best quality services to its clients. Alex’s passion for estimation services started early in his life at the young age of 20 when he took over the family business from his father, William James. His father had initiated his career as a freelance before founding concept Estimating in Virginia in 1995. Eric’s dedication to the business led him to take a brief hiatus in 2000 to pursue a degree in Civil Engineering from Stanford University in California. Since returning to concept Estimating, he has leveraged his education and experience to take the company to new heights. Alex’s vision for concept Estimating is to continue to provide the highest quality estimation services to its clients, while also expanding the company’s reach to new markets and industries.

Eric Wilson

CEO, Concept Estimating

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Frequently Asked Question

Contractors Depend  on our expert estimating and takeoff services, With  monthly packages that save up to 65% on in-house estimator costs. Our accurate, efficient takeoffs cover a range of specialties like roofing, plumbing, and mechanical. We carefully evaluate labor, materials, equipment, and profit to provide detailed, budget-friendly estimates. By partnering with our collaborative, experienced team, contractors gain maximum benefit throughout the construction project. Our expert approach ensures efficient, productive project management and client success. Whether you need standalone takeoffs or a full-service estimating solution, we deliver the trusted support to keep you competitive and profitable.

Construction estimating services encompass the process of determining and evaluating the expenses linked to construction projects, such as materials, workforce, machinery and indirect costs.

The price of a construction estimate can vary based on the project’s intricacy, the level of detail and the proficiency of the estimation team.( Estimate Usually Range From $200-400) 

The primary types of construction cost estimates include: Conceptual Estimate: Offers a cost projection founded on limited project particulars. Preliminary Estimate : An estimate derived from partial design data. Detailed Estimate : A breakdown of costs created from project blueprints and specifications.

A construction estimator is an expert who computes the anticipated expenses for a construction venture covering materials, labor, equipment and indirect costs.

Estimating work comprises determining the materials, workforce and other resources essential for finishing a building project and then calculating the related expenses.

In construction estimating entails meticulously calculating quantities and expenses for tasks such as earthwork, infrastructure and various civil engineering projects.



When determining the competency of an estimating service, businesspeople should check on factors such as cost estimates, cost estimate detail, and compare these estimates with their project specifications. Asking for sample estimates for comparable works can make sure that the concerned service provider has as well done the job as it was done on your project.

The construction projects are valued at  low and average between $50 and $150 per hour depending on the area, type, complexity, and local labor fees.

It would also be advisable for most reputable construction estimating services to reach 2 to 4 Days on a preliminary estimate and 3 to 5 days for the detailed estimate depending on the sort of the given project. To the best of the author’s knowledge, there is a limited number of major construction estimating software packages that are commonly applied across the construction.

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