CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING SERVICES

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Construction Estimating?

Construction estimating is the process of calculating the anticipated costs involved in a construction project. It involves reviewing the plans and specifications, determining the material and labor costs, and finally compiling all the construction costs. Accurate construction estimates are essential part of project cost management. They are necessary for general contractors, builders, and other stakeholders to develop budgets, secure financing, and plan timelines for the construction project. The goal of our construction estimating service is to provide accurate and reliable cost projections that allow project stakeholders to make informed decisions about the feasibility and profitability of a construction project.

How Do We Estimate Construction Jobs?

We take a comprehensive and professional approach to estimating construction jobs. Our team of experienced estimators begins by reviewing project plans and conducting a detailed analysis of the required materials, labor, and equipment. We then use industry-standard software and techniques to calculate the costs associated with each component of the project, taking into account factors such as market pricing, availability of materials, and project timelines.

Our estimating process includes preparing a detailed material takeoff list and factoring in overhead expenses, such as insurance, taxes, and equipment rental costs. Our goal is to provide accurate and reliable cost projections that allow our clients to make informed decisions about their construction project needs. Trust us to handle your construction estimating needs with efficiency, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering results that exceed your expectations.

Cost Estimates You Can Rely Upon

Why Outsourcing Estimation Services Makes Sense

Outsourcing estimates from construction estimating companies like QTO will give you more time to focus on getting your projects completed and less time sitting in front of your computer. By outsourcing cost estimates, you’ll have more time to focus on growing and managing your business while also successfully bidding on and winning more projects. Let our estimating professionals take the headaches and stress out of putting together your material lists and building costs estimates. Once you start working with QTO Estimating, you’ll never look back, and your business and employees will benefit in the long run!

Why Choose QTO Estimating?

QTO Estimating has been offering estimation services to general contractors, builders, homeowners, etc. for many years. We have a team of experienced quantity surveyors and estimators. We got extensive experience in the preparation of material takeoffs and cost estimates for all kinds of construction projects. Our professional estimating services for residential and commercial construction projects are useful for companies of all sizes. We have worked on hundreds of remodeling and new construction projects. We also offer material takeoffs for specific CSI divisions/trades. Let’s say if a sub-contractor in New York needs material quantities only for specific items like lumber only or concrete only then they can also take benefit from our professional assistance. We have qualified staff who knows how to use the latest estimating tools like PlanSwift, Bluebeam, and MS Excel, etc. So If you are looking for a freelance cost estimator to reduce in-house labor costs, then you have come to the right place. Our rates are affordable and we deliver the estimates really quickly so that the contractors don’t miss the bidding deadline.

What Construction Estimating Services We Offer?

When it comes to estimation, QTO Estimating has several different services available for you to choose from. With our qualified team of industry professionals, you can take the hard work and stress out of preparing your next construction or building estimate for tender proposal.

• Site works: include earthwork, site demolition, utilities, site concrete, asphalt pavement, concrete pavement, landscaping, structural excavation, structural concrete, reinforcing & metals, structural steel, waterproofing, and pavement markings.
• Interior works: include ceiling, flooring, wall panels, carpentry, insulation, windows, doors, frames & hardware, metal framing, drywall, acoustical ceiling tiles, FRP, toilet partitions, fixture installations, and painting quantity takeoffs.
• Exterior works: include face brickwork, roof replacement, parapet walls, lintel replacement, painting, terracotta work, stucco work, facade renovation, limestone panels, windows replacement, AC installation, ornamental stones, and other exterior renovation work.

The construction estimating services offered by us include;

1. House Construction Estimates
2. Remodeling Estimates
3. Preliminary Estimates
4. Civil Works Estimates
5. Flooring Estimates
6. Drywall Estimates
7. Electrical Estimates
8. HVAC Estimates
9. Concrete Estimates
10. Masonry Estimates
11. Facade Repair Works
12. Exterior Finishes
13. CMU & Bricks Estimates
14. Structural Steel Works
15. Lumber & Sheathing
16. Roofing & Siding
17. Insulation Estimates
18. Caulking
19. Doors & Windows
20. Painting Estimates
21. All other trades

Residential & Commercial Estimates

• Residential Estimates: It’s not an easy matter to quantify residential properties as no two homes are the same. We will take the headache of estimating your residential building projects. We have worked with some of the best real estate developers and material suppliers from around the world and we understand what works and what doesn’t. Our professional team will be able to quickly and accurately help you with all your bidding requirements.
• Commercial Estimates: Commercial construction estimating services and all business projects require fast turnaround times and accurate quantities. We understand that profit margins are tight, and accurate material estimation leads to profitable projects completed on time and budget. So don’t hesitate to contact us for your next commercial estimate.
• Civil Works Estimates: If you have to plan large civil works and require detailed quantity takeoffs for civil engineering projects, then our team is ready to help! We have helped plan and estimate civil works around the world and understand that attention to detail and accurate bill of quantities are essential for the success of the project.
• Interior Renovation Estimates: Whether it’s just a simple remodel or a complete renovation of the building, accurately determining the equipment costs, labor hours and material prices is vital to producing an accurate budget. The thing you don’t want to do is get halfway through a project and realize you’ve miscalculated. QTO Estimating will be able to help you with your interior renovation quantity takeoffs.
• Exterior Renovation Estimates: When it comes to your exterior renovation projects, we will be able to help and guide you throughout the entire duration of the project regarding the supply of material and equipment. You’ll receive a detailed list of equipment, materials, and labor hours required to complete the job.
• All Other Works: Whether it’s specific material measurements, concrete quantity, material calculation, labor hours prediction, or equipment supply estimates, we would love to assist you. The expert team at QTO Estimating is highly qualified and has a vast experience in estimating USA construction projects.

QTO Estimating Service Areas & Locations

We are offering estimating services in the USA, Canada, and Australian regions and we have many successful client-base in the following states including New York, New Jersey, California, Florida, Texas, North Carolina, Virginia, Washington DC, Georgia, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Massachusetts, Illinois, South Carolina, Michigan, Oregon, Arizona, Alabama, Minnesota.

How Do We Work?

You just need to send us drawings or bid packages along with your requirements via email. We will review the project blueprints as well as specifications and prepare a proposal for you. Our proposal will include the cost as well as the timeframe required to finish the material takeoff. After the client accepts the proposal, we send out the invoice and assign the project to our estimation team. Moreover, we also provide addons that include marked-up screenshots from the PlanSwift software and the native PlanSwift project files that can be used to double-check the quantities in the excel spreadsheet. Our takeoff service includes a detailed and well-organized breakdown of all activities as well as materials quantities required to finish the job. The spreadsheets are organized in BOQ format and just by putting the unit price of each line item, once can get the cost estimate (or bidding price) for each CSI division as well as for the whole project.

What Other Services We Will Offer?

BIM Modeling Services

Considering the big change that Building Information Modeling (BIM) has brought in the construction industry, QTO Estimating has started working on BIM modeling. BIM is an innovative and modern technology that is being adopted & implemented by many countries around the globe. It makes the construction process simpler, faster, and more reliable. So if your company also follows the BIM methodology then don’t forget to take benefit of our BIM modeling services.

Project Leads

Soon we are going to start offering free construction leads to general contractors and sub-contractors. We will be able to provide you with detailed information about the upcoming tenders and projects that will be taking place in your region or state. This will include each and every detail related to tenders; like bid dates, project drawings, specifications, and addenda. This valuable service will allow you to get advance notice of upcoming construction projects & tenders in your region.