Preliminary Estimating Service
We are providing highly accurate preliminary estimate services which are very useful. If you need early cost estimates but don’t have full project details yet.
If you’re just starting 30% plans, halfway through 60% or nearly done 90%, Backus Estimating offers exact preliminary estimates to keep your project on track. This shows you if your project fits on your budget or not. We have 20 years of experience in all kinds of projects, industrial commercial and also the residential ones. We use preliminary softwares and our own database. This helps us give you reliable cost ideas per square foot. We work with local suppliers to get the best prices. This means your project can start smoothly and you know all your expenses.
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OUR CLIENTS
We help many different businesses with their preliminary project costs. Our services make sure everyone starting the construction projects gets clear and reliable estimates. This helps them make smart decisions and win. We serve to:
- General contractors
- Trade contractors
- Architectural firms
- Engineering design firms
- Real estate developers
- Homeowners
- Venders
- Retailers
- Lenders
- Appraisers
Softwares We Use In Preliminary Estimate Services
We have many expert preliminar construction estimators that use their expert knowledge and advanced paid softwares to deliver efficient estimates. We will help you plan with confidence and avoid making expensive mistakes.
Softwares we use in preliminary estimating services:
- Cost Works Value
- FastPIPE
- Planswift
- FastDUCT
- Trimble
- Bluebeam
- RS Means
- Quest Estimating
- Xactimate
- RFMS
How We Give You Preliminary Cost Estimates
Every building project moves through different steps. You need a different kind of cost estimate on every step. We offer preliminary estimating services to match these early stages:
Rough Order Magnitude Estimate
- Done very early in a project
- Helps decide if a project is worth pursuing
- Accuracy range: -50% to +50% of final cost
Ballpark Estimate
- Gives clients a general idea of costs
- Based on early sketches and plans
- Usually within 20% of actual cost
Budget Estimate
- Created during planning phase
- Uses past project data for better accuracy
- Typically -10% to +25% of final cost
Definitive Estimate
- Most detailed and accurate estimate
- Includes every material and labor cost
- Only 5-15% variance from actual costs
Residential Projects In Preliminary Estimate Services
We provide estimates for many types of residential projects like Single-Family Residential Houses, Multi-Family Residential Houses, Duplex/Triplex Houses, Custom homes, Modular homes, Apartments, Bungalows, Townhouses, Mansions, Condominiums, Home additions, Home improvements and Remodeling.
Commercial Projects Portfolio In Preliminary Estimation
We offer estimates for a wide range of commercial projects. This includes Retail Spaces , Restaurants and Cafes, Medical Facilities, Fire Stations, Police Stations, Libraries, Courts, Prisons , Office Buildings , Hotels and Motels, Bus and Subway Facilities, Parking Garages, Warehouses, Educational Facilities , Condominiums, Shopping Centers and Malls, Theaters and Museums, Sports Auditoriums and Stadiums, Exhibition Buildings and Convention Centers, Airport Facilities, High-Rise Buildings, and Large-Scale Warehouses and Distribution Centers.
Industrial Projects Portfolio In Preliminary Estimate Services
We also provide preliminary estimates for many industrial projects, including Oil and Gas, Power Generation, Chemical, Petrochemical, Refinery, Mining & Metals, Pharmaceutical Plants, Food Processing, Wastewater Plants, Hydrocarbon Processing, Marine , Drilling Platforms, Bio-fuels, Paper and Pulp, Polymers, Fertilizers, Refrigeration, Pumping Stations, Packaging, and Manufacturing.
Why Choose Backus Estimating
Tired of stressful, time consuming estimates? Outsource to our expert team. We do not just provide numbers, we give power to win more bids by giving you a competitive edge. Our fast and comprehensive estimates ensure you have the confidence and data needed to win more bids.
Additionally you will get:
☑️Pinpoint Accuracy: Our estimates are backed by our massive, constantly updated cost database and customized using real data from past projects.
☑️Certified Experts: Our team consists of certified estimators with over 20 years of industrial estimating experience. Their expertise translates directly into bids that are both accurate.
☑️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.
☑️Complete Estimating Solutions: We offer expert takeoffs even from incomplete plans, master leading estimating software and provide trade specific cost breakdowns.
☑️Affordable Services: Our services cost 40% less than in-house estimating. We offer volume discounts for repeat clients. Save money on estimating.
☑️Always Available For Support: You will get 24/7 chat and email assistance and a dedicated project manager is also available for complex information.
Get affordable estimates from our professional preliminary estimators, we are also available for online services. Consult Now!
How To Get Estimates?
Want a fast, accurate and affordable estimate for your project without any delay? Just follow these simple steps to get the construction cost estimating services you need:
STEP 1: Upload Your Plans
- Accept ALL file types (PDFs, CAD, Blueprints, even sketches)
- Mobile friendly upload portal
STEP 2: Instant Quote and Approval
- Receive price and timeline within 15 minutes (guaranteed)
- Multiple payment options (Credit Card, PayPal, Wire Transfer)
STEP 3: Get Your Estimate
- Custom Excel or PDF with full cost breakdown
- Trade specific material and labor costs
Areas We Cover In Preliminary Estimate Services
We reach clients across North America, Caribbean and Australia. In US we serve all states also in major cities like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Phoenix, Philadelphia, San Antonio, San Diego, Dallas, San Jose, Austin, Jacksonville, 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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