Construction Cost Estimation Services
Get Accurate Building Cost Estimates at Affordable Rates!
Why rely on rough estimates when you can get precise figures with our professional building cost estimating services? We provide highly accurate estimates at budget-friendly rates with a fast turnaround time.
Every home is unique, and an accurate building cost estimate is crucial for effective planning. Whether it’s new construction, renovation, remodeling, or improvements, having a detailed cost estimation helps at every phase—from initial planning and design to the final construction document estimate.
At Smart Estimations, we offer a one-stop solution for all your estimating needs. Our expert cost estimators use advanced tools and software, incorporating zip code-based pricing for materials and labor with RS Means and Craftsman data. We ensure precision in every estimate, following the strict guidelines of industry-leading organizations like the American Association of Cost Engineers (AACE) and the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS).
Trust us to deliver detailed and reliable building cost estimates tailored to your project needs!
How We Serve Our Clients Through Building Estimating Services
At Smart Estimations, we provide precise and reliable building cost estimating services tailored to a diverse range of clients, including residential contractors, developers, investors, lenders, home builders, architects, and vendors. Our expertise ensures accurate cost projections for every phase of construction, from planning to completion.
Who We Help & How
Homebuilders & Residential Contractors
We provide preliminary budget estimates that allow homebuilders and contractors to offer accurate quotes to their clients. Our estimates, based on square footage costs, help avoid unexpected cost fluctuations, ensuring transparency and confidence throughout the project.
Homeowners
Homeowners rely on our estimates to:
- Set an initial budget
- Verify contractor pricing
- Plan material procurement
- Understand labor and man-hour requirements
- Negotiate effectively
If homeowners lack drawing plans, we also offer drafting and design services alongside our cost estimating solutions.
Architectural Design Firms
We assist architects in staying within budget constraints while exploring multiple design variations. Our estimates help ensure feasibility throughout the design phase.
Subcontractors & Trade-Specific Contractors
Professionals specializing in lumber, drywall, painting, flooring, plumbing, HVAC, and more turn to us for bid estimates that increase their chances of winning projects, setting profitable margins, and managing procurement efficiently. Additionally, we offer:
- Bid filing assistance
- Markup strategy guidance
- Bidding network profile management
Our Building Cost Estimating Services
Preliminary Estimates, Budget Estimates, Design Estimates & Bid Estimates Feasibility Reports Procurement & Change Order Management Legal Claims Assistance Proposal Filing Consultation Project Scheduling New Project Leads Subcontractor Marketing CAD Drafting
With Smart Estimations, you get more than just numbers—you get a strategic partner in construction cost estimation.
- Planswift
- Bluebeam
- Quest Estimating
- Planswift
- Bluebeam
- Quest Estimating
- FastDUCT
- IMHS Mark Systems
- Trimble
What’s Included in Our Home Building Cost Estimating Services?
At Smart Estimations, we provide detailed and accurate home building cost estimates tailored to each client’s project specifications. Our process begins with a careful review of the drawing plans, followed by advanced on-screen takeoff using industry-leading software like Planswift.
Our Process
Blueprint Analysis & On-Screen Takeoff
- We import blueprints into Planswift for precise point-and-click measurements.
- Every quantity is categorized based on material and labor costs, aligned with CSI divisions.
- Separate line items are included for each floor and section of the project.
Deliverables in Client-Preferred Format
We provide detailed takeoffs in Excel format, structured in:
- CSI MasterFormat
- UniFormat
- Cost Code Breakdown
- Custom Formats as per client needs
What Our Home Building Cost Estimation Covers
Our estimates include a comprehensive takeoff for:
Concrete Work – Foundation, driveway, sidewalks, paving Masonry – Walls, piers Lumber & Carpentry – Structural framing, millwork Thermal & Moisture Protection – Insulation for roofs and walls Openings – Doors, windows Interior & Exterior Finishes – Drywall, painting, flooring, roofing, wall finishes Specialties – Stairs, kitchen equipment, toilet accessories, furnishings Plumbing – Fixtures, piping Mechanical Systems – HVAC, exhaust fans
By choosing Smart Estimations, you ensure a precise, organized, and cost-effective home building process.
Call Us Today
Smart Estimations
- +17372828012
- info@smartestimations.com
