General Contractor Estimating Services
Win more bids with complete, accurate estimates built for general contractors. We price every division on your drawings and deliver an editable Excel estimate, usually within 24 to 48 hours.
What You Get
- Full estimate organized by CSI division
- Editable Excel sheet you can mark up
- Delivery in 24 to 48 hours
- Free revisions when drawings change
- Local material and labor pricing
What Is General Contractor Estimating?
General contractor estimating is the process of pricing an entire construction project, not just one trade. A GC estimate brings together material quantities, labor, equipment, subcontractor scopes, general conditions, overhead and profit into one number you can bid with.
One missed scope or one wrong quantity can cost you the job or your margin. That is why many contractors hand this work to a dedicated estimating team and spend their own time running projects.
Our GC Estimating Services
Whole Job Estimates
Every division on your drawings, from sitework and concrete to finishes, MEP and specialties, organized in CSI MasterFormat.
Detailed Quantity Takeoffs
Line by line material quantities measured digitally, so you can send clear scopes to subs and suppliers.
Bid Preparation and Support
Bid summaries, scope breakdowns and quantities to compare and level subcontractor proposals.
Preliminary and Budget Estimates
Early numbers for design and feasibility, or a fully detailed estimate once drawings are complete.
Single Trade Estimates
Need one scope only? We price electrical, mechanical, concrete, masonry, exteriors, fireproofing and more.
New Construction and Renovation
Ground up buildings, tenant improvements, remodels and additions.
Projects We Have Estimated
Our team has prepared estimates for general contractors and subcontractors across the United States. A few examples of the work behind our numbers:
Restaurants
Quick service restaurant chains in California and Florida.
Retail
National retail stores in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Florida.
Multifamily
Apartment and condominium projects in California, North Carolina, Ohio and Kentucky.
Public Safety
Fire station projects in New York City and Illinois.
Water and Utilities
Municipal water and sewer work in Massachusetts.
Residential
Custom homes and townhouses in Ohio, Alabama, Massachusetts, New York and Washington.
Our GC Estimating Process
Send your plans
Upload drawings, specifications and your 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
Digital takeoffs and pricing for every division in your scope.
Receive and revise
Get your editable Excel estimate, with free revisions any time.
What You Receive
- Complete material quantities by CSI division
- Labor, material and equipment cost breakdown
- Marked up takeoff drawings showing what was measured
- Pricing based on current rates for your project location
- A bid summary ready for your overhead and profit
- An editable Excel sheet you can share with your team
Why General Contractors Choose Us
- More than 130 projects estimated over 7+ years
- Most estimates delivered in 24 to 48 hours
- PlanSwift and Bluebeam takeoffs with RSMeans based pricing
- Free revisions when plans change
- Lower cost than a full time in house estimator
- Service across the United States and Canada
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do general contractor estimating services cost?
Pricing depends on the size, type and scope of the project. Send us your plans and we will give you a fixed quote before we start.
How long does a GC estimate take?
Most estimates are delivered within 24 to 48 hours. Larger or more complex projects can take longer, and we confirm the timeline in your quote.
What do you need from me?
Your construction drawings in PDF, specifications if you have them, the project location and the bid due date.
In what format will I get the estimate?
You receive an editable Excel sheet, so you can add your own markups and adjust numbers as needed.
Are revisions included?
Yes. Revisions are free. If the drawings change or you need adjustments, we update the estimate at no extra cost.
Do you follow CSI MasterFormat?
Yes. Our estimates are organized by CSI divisions so they match how subcontractors bid.
Can you estimate only part of a project?
Yes. We can price the full job or only the trades you need.
Do you work outside my state?
Yes. We work remotely with contractors in all 50 states and in Canada.
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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Contact
1942 Broadway St., Suite 314C
Boulder, CO 80302, USA
+1 718 305 4518
info@usaestimation.com
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