The construction industry in California is expanding quickly. Contractors and builders are constantly seeking better ways to manage and estimate their projects. Concept Estimating is now providing top-notch estimating services for local general contractors and builders in California. Our team consists of skilled construction estimators who understand California’s building codes and standards. Additionally, our database of materials and costs specific to California helps us create precise cost estimates for both residential and commercial projects. We provide estimating services to businesses located in California, including:
We have completed estimates for hundreds of projects for contractors, builders, and homeowners in California. Some examples include:
The project involved a full list of materials and cost estimates based on CSI trades for a contracting company. It was a remodeling job where we estimated costs for demolition, concrete, metal work, lumber framing, insulation, finishes, and MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) trades.
We have been collaborating with local framing contractors in Lodi, California, for a long time. Our lumber framing projects included both new constructions and tenant improvement (TI) projects. Typically, we estimated all the wood framing materials such as wood studs, ceiling joists, headers, roof rafters, blocking, plywood sheathing, and siding.
For drywall subcontractors in California, we created detailed estimates for a leading hotel chain, The building has 5 floors with several units on each floor. In our breakdown, we listed the number of gypsum board sheets, lengths and counts of metal studs, top and bottom runners, sealants, as well as the quantities for mudding, taping, joint compound, and drywall screws.
A local steel fabricator and erector company in Vacaville, CA, hired us to provide detailed structural steel estimates for a commercial building project. We created a comprehensive steel takeoff that included lengths of girders, steel columns, steel beams, braced frames, steel canopy framing, trash enclosure framing, and other miscellaneous metals.
We prepared a detailed material takeoff and cost estimate for a multi-unit apartment building with many units on each floor. The project included a total of 12 buildings: 6 type A and 6 type B apartments. Our scope of work covered a complete estimate from division 1 to division 16 based on CSI trades. Our client was a large general contracting company located in Roseville, California.
For an electrical contractor in California, we created a complete estimate that covered items like conduits, conductors, grounding materials, breakers, panels, transformers, equipment, power devices, light fixtures, and fire alarm systems.
A material take-off is a list that details all the construction materials needed for a project. We upload the plans into our estimating software, scale them, and measure items like wall lengths, floor areas, roof areas, siding, and finishes using the right units. Then, we put all the material quantities into an Excel spreadsheet along with their units of measurement. Additionally, we add a waste percentage of about 5% to 10% to the measured quantities. This creates a complete material takeoff list. This list can be used to get price quotes from local material suppliers in California. It can also help with ordering materials and managing inventory during construction.
We offer construction estimating services to home builders and residential contractors throughout California and other states. We have worked on many projects, including single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, and apartment complexes in California. The prices we use for residential projects differ from commercial rates. With our strong knowledge of residential construction, we provide accurate estimates for building houses.
This is an addition to the material take-offs we provide for construction projects in California. After estimating the material quantities, we also assess the labor and equipment needed for the project. We then input the costs of materials, labor, and equipment into an Excel spreadsheet to create a complete cost estimate based on California building codes and CSI divisions. We also include general expenses like mobilization, supervision, project management, permit fees, and project closeouts when preparing a detailed budget. Additionally, we add percentages for contingencies, overhead, and profits to make sure you earn a profit from the project.
Concept Estimating has been offering commercial estimating services in California. During this time, we have worked on many new construction and tenant improvement projects. Some of our notable projects include renovating school buildings, police stations, hospitals, restaurants, industrial buildings, and warehouses. Our experienced commercial estimators have extensive knowledge of accurately estimating commercial construction projects. Additionally, we obtain the latest material and labor rates based on the project’s ZIP code in California, which helps us create accurate budgets for commercial construction projects.
Subcontractors in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and other major cities in California receive construction estimates for their specific trades from Concept Estimating. We have partnered with drywall contractors, framing contractors, flooring companies, painting contractors, roofing contractors, and MEP contractors in California. We provide them with material and cost estimates tailored to their trades, helping them win more bids.
The first thing to check is the credibility of the estimating company you want to hire for your projects. Concept Estimating has been in business since 2017 and has estimated thousands of projects worth millions of dollars in California. Our estimators understand California building codes and the local construction industry. This expertise sets us apart, which is why many general contractors, builders, and developers trust our estimating services.
We use the latest software like Planswift, Xactimate, and Bluebeam to help our estimating department create accurate and reliable construction estimates. Our cost databases are regularly updated with current material and labor prices based on the California construction market. With precise material quantities and correct pricing, we deliver some of the most reliable construction estimates in the industry.
Our estimators and support staff are available 24/7 to answer all your questions. We can work on rush jobs at any time and offer fast delivery, with a turnaround time of just 24 to 48 hours. This ensures you won’t miss any bids for urgent projects. Additionally, we are ready to answer any questions or requests for information related to the estimates we provide. We also offer free revisions and update the estimates with the latest information as soon as you receive it from the client or architect. Good communication with our clients is essential to the success of our construction estimating business in California.
Cost is an important factor to consider when choosing the best construction estimating company in California. Nobody wants to spend too much on bids when they’re unsure if they’ll win the project. We offer different pricing packages for single project estimates and multiple estimates. For contractors who bid on 10-20 projects each month, we have monthly subscription plans that save money and help contractors win more bids. Additionally, the reliability of our unit rates helps increase the chances of winning even more bids.
Getting started with your first project is simple. Just email us the project plans, specifications, and any other relevant documents, along with the scope of work. We will review everything and send you a proposal that outlines our service charges and the expected turnaround time for the estimate. Once you approve the project, we’ll send you the invoice and assign it to our estimating team. So, what are you waiting for? Sign up now to take advantage of our unique construction estimating services in California!