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Construction Estimating Services
Backus Estimating provides fast, affordable and accurate construction estimating services customized to your project needs. With over 20 years of industry experience, our professional estimators deliver reliable results that help contractors bid with confidence and win more projects. We cover all trades including concrete, electrical, plumbing and more. Using licensed versions of trusted software such as Planswift, Bluebeam and RS Means, we ensure that every estimate is exact and dependable.
Our commitment to excellence is powered by certifications from leading industries such as AACE and ASPE. These certifications show our commitment to providing accurate and professional work. No matter if it’s a residential, commercial or industrial project, we provide detailed takeoffs and cost estimates to keep your budget on track. With Backus Estimating, you can rely on clear, accurate calculations that support efficient planning and successful bids.
Construction Estimating Software Used At Backus Estimate
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For accurate and reliable cost estimates on your construction project, our experienced team delivers accurate solutions crafted to your needs. We provide the best solutions for your budget problems. We use advanced software and after that our professionals also double check the estimates manually to make sure every estimate is detailed and accurate. Because of all this double checking process we are sure that our estimates are 100% accurate. Our commitment to quality means you receive clear calculations you can confidently use for bidding and planning. Don’t waste time searching for construction estimating services near me. Our expert team is always ready to provide you with the best and fastest estimates.
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Our Construction Takeoff Services
In our construction takeoff services Backus Estimating is offering high quality Material Takeoffs Services and detailed Quantity Takeoff Services. Our experienced estimators exactly measure everything needed for your project, from lumber and concrete to pipes and wires needed. We provide you a clear and exact list of materials, which is the very important first step to create a balanced budget, making an authentic bid and ordering material without any waste. We work with everyone attached with the construction project like contractors, builders, architects and suppliers.
Offering Construction Bid Estimates
We offer highly detailed bidding estimates for general contractors and subcontractors. We calculate costs using updated local rates for materials and labor in your area. This service is perfect for all types of projects from large commercial buildings to small residential projects. We help you submit a bid that is competitive and profitable.
Complete Bid Filing Support
We offer full support to help you file and submit your bids correctly. Our team organizes all your cost details and paperwork, making the entire process smooth and professional. This improves your proposals, saves you time, and increases your chances of winning more work.
Design Estimates For Designers and Architects
We provide early-stage cost estimates for architects and designers. We analyze your drawings and plans to give a clear budget picture during the design phase. This helps create projects that are not only beautiful but also realistic to build, preventing costly changes later.
Detailed Project Cost Estimation
We give you a complete and detailed price for your entire project. Our estimates break down every cost, including materials, labor, equipment, and overhead. This clear picture helps you secure funding, control your budget, and avoid unexpected expenses, ensuring your project’s success from start to finish.
Preliminary and Post Estimation Services
We help at every stage of your project. In the beginning, we provide preliminary budgets to help with planning and getting loans. Later, we deliver final, precise estimates for construction. We also offer estimates after a project is done to compare costs. This service is available for commercial, residential, and industrial projects.
Monthly Estimating Packages for Contractors
We offer special monthly plans for busy contractors. For a fixed monthly fee, you get a dedicated estimating team without the cost of a full-time employee. This saves you money and gives you instant access to expert takeoffs and estimates, helping you manage your workload efficiently and win more bids.
Why Backus Estimate Company?
Winning bids and managing projects is tough and getting accurate cost estimates can be even more tough for the busy contractors. Backus Estimating helps busy contractors save time and energy by handling all of the complex calculations, providing you with precise and affordable estimates. Outsource your stressful calculations to our expert team. We give you very clear and correct cost estimates. These estimates help you plan your budget and see how much you’ll get the profit and also build trust with customers. We also help you find money saving opportunities on materials and labor. We do not just provide numbers, we give power to win more bids because we are giving you a competitive edge. Our fast and comprehensive estimates ensure you have the confidence and have the detailed data needed to win more bids.
We deliver estimates very quickly, usually within 24 to 48 hours. If any client needs more quick estimates we also deliver on an urgent basis on client’s demand.
Our customer support team is always here to help you, any time of day or night. We are also offering FREE consultation online.
Our cost estimates and material lists are fairly priced. The exact price depends on how complex your project is, our starting rates are approximately $50 per hour.
We have a team of professional estimators and engineers,they have deep knowledge about construction industries. They know how to give you accurate cost estimates. They are also skilled at using many different software like PlanSwift and Bluebeam.
We use the latest paid softwares and have senior estimators to double check every detail. Our large database of building costs uses your zip code to make sure the prices for materials are very exact.
Our team is made up of skilled estimators, engineers, specialists and project managers. They are highly expert in their jobs.
Construction Takeoff Services
Our construction estimators have expertise in construction takeoffs in all CSI divisions. We follow the CSI MasterFormat divisions and ASTM International guidelines for our cost estimates.
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MEP(Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) Estimating Services
Backus Estimating offers quick, correct and low cost MEP estimating services to help you win more construction bids. Our expert estimators have deep knowledge and the latest tools to give you the most accurate cost estimates. Our team has over 20 years of experience and provides complete mechanical, electrical and plumbing takeoffs, including HVAC, ductwork, piping and fireproofing systems.Our expert MEP estimators can calculate all the small details of your project. From HVAC systems to wires and pipes, we make sure everything is covered. You can trust us for affordable estimates that help avoid mistakes and keep your project on track.
Concrete Estimating Services
If working on sidewalks, driveways and paving, getting correct concrete estimating is the very first and important step as well as the most complex part for a busy contractor. So, Backus Estimating makes your life easier by providing correct concrete takeoffs and cost estimates. This helps you bid with confidence on your projects. Our professional concrete estimators follow industry standards. Because of this you get highly accurate estimates for all your Division 3 (concrete) needs. We give you precise calculations to help you win more bids and eliminate financial issues.
Painting Estimating Services
Get precise painting estimating services for all your home and business projects. With over 20 years in the business, Backus Estimating helps painting contractors save time and avoid expensive errors. We carefully consider everything, like getting surfaces ready, using multiple paint layers, and different finishes. We know every project is special, so we make our reports just for you. They include detailed lists of materials, different material choices, and prices adjusted for your area. Let us take care of your interior and exterior painting estimates so you can focus on making your business bigger.
Metals Estimating Services
Our professional estimators provide accurate and dependable metal estimating services. We help you with all types of metal, including structural steel, rebar and other items of metal. This service helps you break down the costs and eliminate waste from your projects.
Our team of experienced metal estimators and engineers double check the estimates before delivery. This ensures you receive exact metal takeoffs. We measure all metal componentsย like decks, trusses, railings, stud framing, joists, gratings, castings carefully.
Masonry Estimating Services
Backus Estimating offers correct masonry estimating services that make you stand out. Our team of professional estimators checks everything carefully in Division 4 masonry. They count every detail from bricks and CMU walls to special clay/glass masonry. Nothing is missed, including mortar, grout, veneer, bond beams, lintels, insulation, flashing, and reinforcement. We also handle difficult restoration work. Our masonry estimates also cover clear labor costs and man hours breakdowns for best work. We use advanced software like AccuBid, Planswift and Bluebeam. For best project planning, we also offer 3D masonry design services.
Drywall Estimating Services
Get the error free drywall estimating services and takeoff solutions to make your bidding process easier. We help you avoid bidding too high or too low which saves you money on every project. When we prepare your drywall estimates, we make sure to count every single item you’ll need. This is super important because it helps you know the exact costs and avoids any cost surprises later. We quantify materials including Metal Furrings, Thermal Insulation, Screws, Clips, Gypsum Board Ceiling, Joint Sealant, Drywall Mud, Cementitious Backer Board, Sheetrock Panels, Corner Beads, Gypsum Wallboard, Drywall Taping, Blocking, Backing, Metal Studs, Sheathing, Bracings, Acoustic Ceiling, Joint Tape, Acoustic Insulation, Drywall Sheets in drywall estimates.
Sitework Estimating Services
At Backus Estimating, we simplify your projects by providing efficient sitework estimating services, making it quick and accurate. As a contractor, landscaper, developer or builder, our services assist you in bidding intelligently and saving dollars. We provide thorough cut and fill estimates, grading, and more. You can trust us to return complete takeoff reports and 3D maps within only 24 to 48 hours. Our team of professionals knows that sitework estimating takes time and can be confusing. That is why we provide easy to understand, well organized reports with all the numbers you require to plan your project correctly.
Lumber Takeoff Services
If you need fast, accurate and affordable lumber takeoff services, Backus Estimating can help. Our experienced estimators provide reliable lumber takeoffs for wood framing which include studs, trusses, LVL beams, TJI joists and PSL beams. Mostly contractors, farmers and vendors use these services. We cover all residential, commercial and industrial projects. Our estimates will give you a detailed financial picture which helps you make decisions and stand first in the bidding process.
Our Clients
| General Contractors | Remodeling Contractors |
| Homebuilders | Architects |
| Subcontractors | Vendors |
| Developer | Designers |
Our Range of Construction Estimating Services
Commercial Estimating Services
Backus Estimating is a leading company providing expert commercial estimating services, covering a wide range of projects like hospitals, schools, colleges, universities and malls. With over 20 years of experience, our qualified commercial building cost estimators can handle every kind of project. They carefully check every detail of project plans and drawings to deliver accurate commercial building cost estimates.
We serve a huge group of clients which includes builders, general contractors, subcontractors, engineering companies, architects, designers, investors, owners and developers, helping them get high quality cost estimation. We understand that commercial estimating requires deep technical knowledge. Our estimators have vast experience with commercial takeoffs and estimation. Also in new construction, renovations, restorations and additions. Every project is reviewed by senior project managers to ensure accuracy.
Residential Estimating Services
No matter what kind of home you are building, simple or complex you can count on us for accurate residential estimating services, to keep your project on track. We offer estimates to Residential Contractors, Subcontractors, Home Owners, Homebuilders, Developers, Investors, Lenders and Architects.
Our goal is to give you the numbers you need quickly, so you can move forward without any delay. We deal with all kinds of residential projects. However it is a new building, renovations or additions. With the help of expert residential construction estimators, we help you control budgets through precise takeoffs and detailed reports. If you are looking for a reliable company for residential estimates, Backus Estimating is here to help with customized solutions for your project. Our deliverables in residential estimates are digital takeoff EXCEL files, material types & quantities, material & labor costs, coloured marked up plans and complete takeoff summary.
Industrial Estimating Services
Getting industrial estimating services right matters a lot whatever you are building, factories, power plants or storage facilities. Our expert estimators help contractors, engineers and investors across North America with accurate cost estimates. We offer industrial estimation for new builds, renovations and remodels. We understand industrial projects need special attention. That is why we use experienced methods and modern tools to give you reliable estimates.
We guide you from your first plan to final construction. Our team finds possible cost problems early. This helps you plan your budget better and avoid hidden expenses. We deliver fast and detailed estimates and takeoffs to EPC firms, developers and joint ventures. You can also get your estimates checked by construction cost estimating professionals. With the help of Backus Estimating, you will save money on estimates while improving accuracy and keeping your projects on time and on budget every time.
Our Services Areas
We provide construction estimating services throughout the United States, reaching clients in all 50 states and major cities like New York, Los Angeles, Texas, Florida, Chicago, New Jersey, Houston, California, Phoenix, North Carolina, San Antonio, San Diego, Dallas, San Jose, Austin, Jacksonville, Arizona, San Francisco, Indianapolis, Columbus, Fort Worth, Charlotte, Seattle, Denver, Washington D.C, Boston, Detroit, Nashville, Memphis, Portland, Atlanta, Miami, New Orleans, Minneapolis, St Louis, Baltimore, Tampa, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Sacramento, Las Vegas, Orlando, Raleigh, Cleveland, Kansas City, Oakland, Albuquerque, Milwaukee, Omaha, Tulsa, Wichita, Bakersfield, Honolulu and more.
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How To Begin With Us!
Upload Your Plans
To bะตgin your construction projะตct, sะตnd us your plan documะตnts. You can do this by filling out a form on our wะตbsitะต. Wะต accะตpt various typะตs of plans in PDF format, likะต Bid sะตt, Schะตmatic, Dะตsign Dะตvะตlopmะตnt, Construction documะตnt, and concะตptual drawings. You can also providะต a Google Drive or portal link.
Get A Quote
Aftะตr wะต rะตcะตivะต your plans, weโll rะตviะตw them and send you a quote. This quotะต will include our pricะต and thะต timะต it will take to complete your project. If you agrะตะต to thะต quotะต, our ะตstimators will gะตt to work.
Receive Estimate
Youโll gะตt a dะตtailะตd ะตstimatะต that covะตrs both matะตrials and labor quantitiะตs. Wะตโll provide takeoff shะตะตt in an easy-to-use Excel format.
Damage and Claim Services
Our ะตstimator can handlะต different typะตs of damagะต and disastะตr situations, likะต firะต damagะต, flood damagะต, ะตarthquakะต damagะต, and similar incidะตnts.
Fires
We calculate the full cost of repairing your property after a fire including smoke cleanup, soot removal, structural repairs and replacing damaged systems. Our detailed estimates help you recover fully and rebuild safely.
Hurricanes
From wind torn roofs to flood soaked walls, we accurately price all repairs related to hurricanes. Our estimates cover water damage mitigation, structural drying, roofing replacements and mold prevention so you can restore your property correctly.
Cyclones
Tornados leave lots of destruction. We help you clear the rebuild. Our estimates include demolition, hauling costs, foundation repairs and full reconstruction to get your property back to new condition.
How Backus Estimating Helps Contractors Win More Bids
At Backus Estimating, we help contractors in securing more projects by delivering accurate and reliable construction estimating services and takeoff services. Our highly experienced team carefully creates every estimate to make sure it is clear and detailed and easy to understand. We provide affordable monthly takeoff packages that help reduce the high costs of keeping in house estimators and to make things even more better.
We cover a huge range of services including roofing, plumbing, mechanical and more. Contractors can get a clear picture of their project costs and profit margins by working with us. This allows them to bid confidently and increase their chances of winning more bids.
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Frequently Asked Questions
OUR PRICING PLANS
A pricing table assists users in selecting a suitable plan by simply and clearly differentiating product/service features and prices. Use this as supporting text for your plans.
Single trade
$150 – $800This is best for your small projects or any single trades. These given prices are rough, final cost depends on exact plans and the scope of your project.
Residential
$600 – $1200Perfect for your home projects and any kind of renovations. Prices are roughly mentioned above, final cost depends on the scope of the project.
commercial
$600 – $1500This is Ideal for offices, shops and business projects. Mentioned above are the average rates, final rates depend on exact size and complexity of the project.
Multifamily
$1200 – $5000Best for apartments and huge housing projects. Prices are averagely given above and the final cost depends on exact size, scope and complexity.