Doors, frames, hardware and glazing estimates
Division 08 openings estimating: hollow metal doors and frames, wood doors, door hardware, storefronts, curtain wall, windows, glazing and overhead doors.
Openings are estimated from the schedules, and the schedules are rarely complete. We match the door, window and hardware schedules against the floor plans and elevations, flag conflicts, and price each opening with its frame, hardware set and installation.
Storefront, curtain wall and glazing are measured by elevation with framing, glass type and accessories, so you can quote openings with confidence.
Typical project types
What we take off and price
- Hollow metal doors and frames
- Wood and FRP doors
- Door hardware by hardware set
- Storefront and entrances
- Curtain wall and window wall
- Windows by type and size
- Glass and glazing
- Overhead, coiling and specialty doors
What you receive
- Excel estimate organized by CSI division
- Quantities with waste factors
- Unit material, labor and equipment costs
- Summary sheet with cost per square foot
- Colour-coded marked-up plans (PDF)
- Written assumptions, clarifications and exclusions
Trade-specific estimating
Doors, Windows & Hardware Estimating: common questions
Can't find your answer? Call (850) 343-4090 or email info@premiumestimatings.com.
Do you price hardware by hardware set?
Yes. We count openings by hardware set from the hardware schedule and price each set's components.
What if the door schedule doesn't match the plans?
We flag every discrepancy and price to the most likely condition, listing it in the clarifications so you can raise an RFI.
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