Earthwork and Excavation Estimating Services
Earthwork estimates for excavation contractors, site contractors and general contractors. We calculate cut, fill, excavation, backfill and haul volumes from your grading and foundation plans and deliver an editable Excel estimate, usually within 24 to 48 hours.
What You Get
- Cut and fill volumes
- Mass and footing excavation
- Backfill and compaction
- Haul, import and export
- Free revisions when drawings change
What Is Earthwork Estimating
Earthwork estimating is the process of calculating and pricing the soil moved on a project. It covers clearing, stripping, cut and fill, mass excavation, footing and trench excavation, backfill, compaction, import, export and hauling.
Earthwork volumes change with soil swell and shrink, and small grade changes add up across a site. We take the grading and foundation plans in PlanSwift and Bluebeam and calculate each volume separately with swell shown, so your bid is clear and easy to adjust.
Earthwork Scopes We Cover
Cut and Fill
Site cut and fill volumes from the grading plans.
Mass Excavation
Building pad and basement excavation.
Footing Excavation
Excavation and backfill at each footing type.
Trenching
Utility trench excavation and backfill.
Backfill and Compaction
Structural fill, backfill and compaction.
Haul and Disposal
Import, export and haul volumes.
Earthwork Projects We Estimate
From small projects to large buildings, as a standalone earthwork estimate or as part of a whole job estimate.
Multifamily Sites
Pads, parking and utilities.
Industrial
Large pads and heavy grading.
Commercial
Building pads and parking lots.
Residential
Lots, basements and driveways.
Our Earthwork Estimating Process
Send your plans
Upload your drawings, specifications and bid date, or email them to us.
Get a fixed quote
We review the scope and reply with a price and delivery date.
We build the estimate
Our estimators complete the takeoff and pricing for your scope.
Receive and revise
Get your editable Excel estimate, with free revisions any time.
What You Receive
- Cut and fill volumes
- Excavation by footing type
- Backfill quantities
- Haul volumes
Why Site Contractors Choose Us
- Estimators who read grading plans every week
- Swell factors shown on every volume
- Footing excavation included
- Fast turnaround on bid deadlines
- Free revisions when drawings change
- Editable Excel you can price yourself
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a earthwork estimate cost?
The price depends on the size of the project and the scope you need. Send your plans and we reply with a fixed quote, usually the same day.
How long does a earthwork estimate take?
Most earthwork estimates are delivered within 24 to 48 hours. Large projects can take a little longer and we tell you upfront.
What do I need to send?
Send the grading plans, foundation plans and any geotechnical report. PDF drawings are fine.
Do you include footing excavation?
Yes. Excavation and backfill at each footing type are listed along with site cut and fill.
Do you add swell?
Yes. Swell and shrink factors are shown so you can adjust them for your soil.
Which software do you use?
We use PlanSwift and Bluebeam for takeoffs and RSMeans data for pricing.
Are revisions free?
Yes. If the drawings change or you need an alternate, we update the estimate at no extra cost.
Request a Free Quote
Upload your plans and we will reply with a fixed price and delivery date, usually the same day.
Phone
+1 718 305 4518
Office
1942 Broadway St., Suite 314C
Boulder, CO 80302, USA
USA Estimation LLC
Construction estimating and quantity takeoff services for contractors, builders and developers across the United States and Canada.
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1942 Broadway St., Suite 314C
Boulder, CO 80302, USA
+1 718 305 4518
info@usaestimation.com
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