Construction Estimating Services In California

Construction Estimating Services in California

Backus Estimating provides affordable and trustable construction estimating services in California to meet your expectations for the project. We give you the confidence of winning maximum bids. Our team has 20 years of experience in their specific fields, so they are used to delivering high quality results that give contractors a competitive edge and also the confidence to win more projects. We cover all kinds of trades including concrete, electrical, plumbing etc.

We use the latest software such as Planswift, Bluebeam and RS Means. Our ASTM International and ASPE certifications aren’t just pieces of paper, they are our commitment to providing you with accurate, professional work. Whether your project is residential, industrial or commercial, we deliver detailed takeoffs and cost estimates designed to keep your budget perfectly on track. 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 experienced team delivers accurate solutions crafted to your needs. You can confidently use our estimates for bidding and planning on projects. 

See What Your Project Will Cost Before You Build

Construction Takeoff Services California

 In our California construction takeoff services we are covering detailed Material Takeoff Services & Quantity Takeoff Services. Our professional estimators exactly measure everything that is needed for your project, from concrete to pipes, lumber and wires needed. We provide you with an exact and clear list of materials. This first step is very important to create a balanced budget, ordering material without any waste and making an authentic bid. We work with everyone in projects like architects, contractors, builders and suppliers.

Quantity Takeoff Covers

  • Material sizes and measurements.
  • The quantity of all materials and equipment needed.
  • Material Quantity Wastage (e.g., we include a detailed amount of waste material, typically 5% to 10%).
  • Specifications of material including manufacturers, vendors, and suppliers.

A detailed quantity takeoff accounts for each and every element that contributes to the project’s overall timeline.

Material Takeoff Covers

  • Measurements : Amounts are listed in specific units like concrete in cubic meters, square meters for flooring and pipes in feet.
  • Exact Number of Materials : The specific count of things like doors, windows, handles and light fixtures.
  • Details of Materials : Quality, types, sizes and exact requirements for each material. Such as a relevant kind of steel or a specific brand of paint.
  • Material Specifications: We will tell you about the best manufacturers, vendors and suppliers.

Your Partner in Winning Bids in California

Managing projects and winning bids is becoming very complex for contractors in California as the construction rate is increasing one after the other. In this advanced world of construction if contractors go busy in estimating the costs accurately they will miss the opportunity of getting more bids. In this case Backus Estimating is the best choice because it helps busy contractors of California to save time and energy by handling all of the complex calculations, providing you with accurate and affordable estimates. We give you clear and correct cost estimates. These estimates help you plan your budget and see how much you’ll get the profit. Our comprehensive estimates ensure you have the confidence and have the detailed data needed to win more bids. 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.

Advantages of Outsourcing Your Estimating

Contractors in California who outsource cost estimating to Backus Estimating feel less stressed and get better results. Our clients receive professional assistance without hiring a full time cost estimator and also no need of paid softwares. We provide affordable pricing services that understand special needs of building in California. We help California construction businesses get bigger.

The reasons why outsourcing succeeds

Specialized Skills and Equipment

Our estimators have been doing this for a long time. We also use the best and newest software and tools to create our estimates. This means you get a very detailed and correct estimate. This helps you plan your project without any surprises. While working with us, you get the benefit of our professional estimator’s deep knowledge and experience with California’s unique building codes and market conditions.

Right Bids

A strong bid shows that you are professional and trustable, anyone can easily trust by looking at the professional estimates.When your bid is linked to our accurate estimates, it will be much stronger. We make sure your numbers are just exact, not too high or too low. This helps you get more work because clients will trust you more, a critical factor in California’s construction environment.

Save Time and Money

Having a look at all the costs for a project takes a lot of time and effort. When you let us manage the estimating, you free up your time to concentrate on what really matters, managing your team and engaging with clients and other stuff like improving working strategy. This way keeps money in your pocket by ensuring your valuable time isn’t wasted on number crunching.

Focus on Your Strengths

Your real skill is developing, not guessing numbers. We take the guesswork out of estimating. This will help you to focus on what you do best managing and building your project in California. You can be more efficient when you are not worried about the small details of cost calculations.

Win More Projects

Our better estimates give you a big advantage over your competitors. When your bid is properly researched and accurate, it increases your chances of winning more projects. Our detailed and professional estimates show clients that you are serious and ready to get the job done right, giving you an important edge in California’s fast paced market.

What You Will Get From Backus Estimating

  • Certified Experts: Our team consists of certified estimators with over 20 years of estimating experience. Their expertise translates directly into bids that are both accurate.
  • Pinpoint Accuracy: Our estimates are backed by our massive, constantly updated cost database and customized using real data from past projects.
  • Complete Estimating Solutions: We offer expert takeoffs even from incomplete plans, master leading estimating software and provide trade specific cost breakdowns.
  • Always Available For Support: You will get 24/7 chat and email assistance and a dedicated project manager is also available for complex information.
  • Quick Results: With a 24 to 48 hour standard turnaround and we also provide emergency 12-hour service so you will never miss a bid deadline.
  • Affordable Services: Our services cost 40% less than in-house estimating. We offer volume discounts for repeat clients. Save money on estimating.

Our Clients

We work with a huge range of clients, providing assistance that helps them save time and avoid extra chaos. Whether your project is big or small, we provide the solutions that you need.

  • General Contractors
  • Homebuilders
  • Subcontractors
  • Developer
  • Remodeling Contractors
  • Architects
  • Vendors
  • Designers

Covering All CSI Divisions

We manage all aspects of your project from the foundation to the final paint, by strictly following the industry-standard CSI MasterFormat guidelines. This ensures your cost estimate is not only complete and includes every single trade and material, but also that it’s perfectly organized and meets industry standards. By providing you with a detailed list of quantities, measurements, and unit types, we give you the most reliable tools to accurately plan and budget your work for your California construction job.

We offer comprehensive coverage across all construction trades; some examples follow:

  • Sitework
  • Earthwork
  • Masonry
  • Concrete
  • Finishes
  • Drywall
  • Painting
  • Flooring
  • Roofing
  • Lumber
  • Millwork
  • Metals
  • Rebar
  • Structural Steel
  • Door/Window
  • Electrical
  • Mechanical
  • Plumbing
  • HVAC
  • Ductwork
  • Thermal/Moisture Protection
  • Insulation

From Blueprint to Budget
Let’s Nail Your Numbers

Conclusion

Winning projects in California’s competitive construction market is tough, but Backus Estimating provides the accurate construction estimates you need to win more bids and increase your revenue.When you outsource your estimating to our professional & certified estimators, you get more than just numbers. You get a real advantage like detailed bid winning and project managing stuff. We build our estimates on our 20 years of experience, our use of technology and on our expert’s deep knowledge.

We provide reliable, quick and affordable construction estimating services in California that are made for California’s market needs. We give you the confidence of winning maximum bids and detailed information you need to get any project, no matter if it is big or small.