Estimating support for everyone who bids and builds
General contractors, subcontractors, home builders, developers, architects, engineers and suppliers all use our estimates differently. Here's how we help each.
General Contractors
Full-project estimates, general conditions and bid-day support.
ViewWho we serveSubcontractors
Trade-specific takeoffs and pricing for your scope.
ViewWho we serveHome Builders
House-plan estimates, lumber lists and option pricing.
ViewWho we serveDevelopers & Owners
Budgets, feasibility estimates and bid checks.
ViewWho we serveArchitects & Engineers
Design-stage estimates and BOQs for your bid packages.
ViewWho we serveSuppliers & Manufacturers
Material lists to quote contractors faster.
ViewHow it works
Send your plans
Email PDF drawings and specs, or share a Dropbox, Google Drive or bid-portal link. Bid sets, schematic, design development, construction documents and conceptual drawings all work.
Get a fixed quote
We review the set and reply with a price, turnaround time and delivery date for your scope. You approve before any work starts.
NDA and 50% deposit
We sign an NDA so your plans stay private. Work starts on a 50% deposit by card through our secure online checkout. A W-9 is available on request.
Receive your estimate
You get quantities and material and labor pricing in Excel, organized by CSI division, plus marked-up plans. The remaining 50% is due on delivery.