Construction Estimating Services | Construction Take Off
There is only a 10-20% success rate for contractors in the $1.8 trillion US construction industry. Isn’t it challenging to win bids? To succeed, you need precision and strategy, and fortunately, we stand out by combining technology, cost-efficiency, and accuracy. Results? Putting you at the top of the list in a high-stakes market with our construction estimating services.
You can hire us whether for custom homes, multi-family units, or apartment complexes.
You can outsource any commercial building project either buildings to us.
We offer estimates for industrial construction projects, such as factories, and warehouses.
Contractors can enjoy this cost-effective option if they need expert estimating help.
With this, you can well estimate the project’s feasibility, and initial funding and make decisions.
You can use that service as a side insight into your project’s blueprints to compare differences.
#1 Material Takeoff & Construction Cost Estimators Across the USA
- Accurate material Takeoffs and detailed cost analyses.
- Efficient Process of extracting accurate costs with RSMeans, BlueBeam, and PlanSwift.
- On-point Bids that stand out.
- An impressive 96% bid-winning ratio.
KPMG’s Global Construction Survey claims that 80% of projects go beyond budget and ultimately fail due to inaccurate cost estimates, poor project management, and weak decision-making. If you want to win construction project bids or keep your project within the estimated budget get our trustworthy construction cost estimating services and expect:
Kudos to our professional CPE and CCP-certified estimators, who guarantee that your projects stay on schedule and avoid common mistakes like cost overruns and missed deadlines. Plus, we have been featured in major industry manuals like The Builders Exchange. Still not satisfied? Just hand over the data and blueprints, and see yourself!
Trade-Specific Construction Take Off Estimates for All CSI Divisions
- Plumbing
- Mechanical
- Flooring
- Demolition
Essential Deliverables of Construction
Cost Estimates
- Our construction cost estimates provide a well-structured, detailed, and accurate breakdown of all project costs. Here is what you can expect:
- Color-coded materials, quantities, and project details.
- A review of all project addendums, ensuring no important updates are ignored.
- User-friendly blueprints that facilitate on-site performance for contractors and project managers.
- Details regarding overhead expenses, including contingency budgets, permit fees, and taxes if any.
- Real-time calculation of estimated profit margins for your understanding related to the financial scope and return potential.
- A transparent, detailed list that pinpoints exactly what is covered in the construction estimate and exclusions to prevent any doubts.
- Detailed Cost analysis that includes an accurate material list with their quantities and costs and a list of local labor rates, including the hours required.
Our Portfolio of Construction Projects
Our portfolio covers many construction estimates for all commercial, residential, industrial, and civil projects, including:
1: St. Anthony Medical Centers | Healthcare Facility
Address: 6368 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028, United States Scope Of Work: Provided estimates and material takeoffs for structural, mechanical, and electrical components.
2: Restaurante y Pescadería Casa Colombia | Restaurant
Address: Cra. 64 4g-09, Bogotá, Colombia Scope Of Work: Complete kitchen and customer sitting area construction estimate, including HVAC, plumbing, and finishes.
3: Christy Lynn | Retail Center
Address: 9655 Katy Fwy #180, Houston, TX 77024, United States Scope Of Work: Full structural and interior finish material takeoffs with precise cost analysis for this retail space.
4: Brickell Park | Parks & Recreation Centers
Address: Miami, FL 33131, United States Scope Of Work: Detailed material takeoffs for landscaping like hardscape and softscape elements, and structural elements.
5: Dwyer Commercial Real Estate LLC | Offices
Address: 2928 Colerain Ave Suite 100, Cincinnati, OH 45225, United States Scope Of Work: Accurate construction estimate for shop fit-outs, including structural, MEP, and interior finishes.
6: Rilke Schule German School of Arts and Sciences | Educational Facility
Address: 1846 E 64th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99507, United States Scope Of Work: Material Takeoffs Include quantities for structural components, flooring, wall finishes, ceilings, HVAC systems, electrical fixtures, etc.
Why Choose Us for Construction Estimates & Quantity Takeoffs?
Updated, Zip Code Based Database
Our construction cost estimation team maintains an updated cost database that contains the regional pricing across the USA. We ensure accuracy and reliability in our estimates by using zip code-based cost data. The fine accuracy helps contractors avoid costly budget disparities.
Flexible Takeoff Packages
If you manage the in-house construction estimating team you need to set the budget for salaries, training, and software licenses. But if you outsource your construction bid to us and choose takeoff packages starting from $100+, you can save on operational costs and get precise costs that minimize financial risks.
Best Use of Technology
Unlike other construction estimation companies, Kelly Estimating picks up only industry-leading software to improve the accuracy and efficiency of our estimates. The team is experienced in using PlanSwift, Bluebeam, RS Means, and Xactimate to ensure exact construction takeoff estimations.
Certified Construction Estimators
We have construction cost estimators with years of experience and hold certifications from highly regarded organizations such as the American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) and AACE International. Such credibility and expertise ensure best practices in calculating a project estimate.
Efficient Service
First come, first serve is the rule in construction project bidding. So, our expert construction cost estimating team follows a rationalized and simplified process that guarantees quick turnaround times (12 to 24 hrs) to meet tight deadlines and stay ahead of the competition.
Change Order Estimates
Almost 35% of construction projects experience changes and updates in plans for many reasons. We quickly update your cost points, guaranteeing budget consistency. The exact change order estimates deal with cost overruns and keep your financial goals safe.
Precise Bid Estimates
We provide detailed, list-wise cost breakdowns, including labor hours and material quantities by using advanced tools like Excel and PlanSwift. Valid bids increase your chances of securing projects up to 96%. Even, we offer a $1 million accuracy guarantee backed by Errors and Omissions Insurance
Clients Of Kelly Estimating
- General contractors
- Homeowners
- Lenders
- Subcontractors
- Architects
- Remodeling Contractors
- Interior Designers
- Professionals Across the Construction industry
How To Get Construction Project Estimates?
Get our construction estimation services with a few easy steps:
Submit Your Plans & Drawings
Enter details into our Contact Us form and share your drive or portal link, which redirects us to the construction blueprint, design development plan, or drawings. You can share the details in PDF, PLN, TIFF, DXF, DJVU, CAL, CPC, JPEG, DWG, or JPG format.
Begin The Work
If you accept the quote, our construction estimators and material takeoff professionals will start working on your estimate. They use software, updated cost databases, and apply strategies to deliver accurate cost analyses. We also submit the document with markup rates for overhead and profit for reliability.
Receive Your Custom Quote
In just 5-10 minutes, we will send you a detailed quote that covers the scope of work, and the timeline for the project. If you accept the quote, you can move further to pay the amount. We accept credit cards, debit cards, or PayPal transfers.
Final Review & Delivery
In just 12 to 24 hrs, we will share the final document in PDF and Excel files XML, and XLSX with the breakdown of your project costs. We also provide post-estimating support to ensure everything meets your expectations and offer a free addendum if necessary.
Kelly Estimating- Who We Are?
I am Kelly Estimating- A firm committed to the goals of Precision, Performance, and Profitability in construction cost estimation and material takeoffs. We have supported more than 1000 contractors, architects, and developers and achieved a 96% bid-winning ratio by helping them secure projects.
In our construction cost estimating services, we only focus on our client’s needs and use every possible means to satisfy them with accurate estimates. We are continuously on our way to finding more ways to make every step of the construction estimation process efficient and rewarding.
Your success is our mission, and we aim to go beyond your expectations by delivering value, strategic guidance, and clarity that guarantees your projects stay on budget and schedule.
Our Reputation Across the USA Government & Industry Experts
We have served federal and state agencies, top contractors, and industry leaders in the USA with the principles of precision, integrity, and excellence
Services in the Public Sector
- Our construction estimating company has provided estimates for federal, state, and local government projects in the following sectors.
- In the US Army Corps of Engineers, we helped in multiple infrastructure projects including road and bridge constructions, and provided accurate budgeting and resource allocation cost assessments.
- In the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) we assisted with our detailed construction and renovation estimates, in the development of medical centers.
Collaborating with Experts
- Our construction estimators successfully delivered high-value projects, such as:
- Estimates for airport development, including terminal expansions and infrastructure.
- Assisted in high-tech manufacturing plants in partnership with renowned technology companies to estimate costs for production facilities.
- Luxury commercial real estate properties include office buildings and retail centers.
You May Know Our Founder, Kelly Parker, from Her Appearance on Shark Tank.
With an impressive track record, Kelly has a proven history of successfully running construction companies.
See Why Our Clients Believe in Us!
Sarah Mark
“Adjusting and trusting an external estimator was quite tough, but the results stunned us. Their team saved our money and time. Their precise construction cost estimates and attention to detail helped us in winning more projects.”
Mark Evans
“Outsourcing estimates felt risky as I thought only an in-house team would understand our needs. But their services proved me wrong. They are flawless in every aspect, and their commercial estimates and takeoffs are reliable as they focus on local pricing.”
Michael Thompson
“Before finding this construction estimating firm, we were just inconsistent with our bids (overestimation or underestimated costs). But their team offers us clarity in our cost structures and provides competitive, well-detailed estimates. Boom! We got a strategic edge.”
Lisa Bennett
“We partnered with a few other estimators before, but Kelly’s construction estimating team won our trust. Their accuracy and timely delivery helped us win major contracts. Highly recommended!”
James Anderson
“We are a growing construction firm, so we need support to stay competitive. This construction estimating service offered customized solutions, and their expertise in plan analysis and cost interpretation simplified our bidding process and improved project success rate.”
Browsing Construction Estimating Services Near Me?
WE SERVE THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, including all 50 states for your convenience. We only follow a transparent, consultative approach, and our construction cost estimators help contractors win contracts by combining detailed, data-driven estimates. Our collaborative process of estimation takes your opinion and requirements along with our expertise and gives incredible results of more winning bids, and project execution within budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Do Your Construction Estimating Packages Cost?
Our estimates and takeoff service cost depend on the project’s scope and requirements. However, we charge 150$+ for small residential, commercial, or industrial projects, and for complex and detailed projects (conceptual, preliminary, or detailed), we charge 200+.
Do You Offer Support Beyond Construction Estimating?
Yes, we are up for consultancy regarding bid strategy, offer negotiation support and post-estimate support like addendums. Our team is up 24/7 for your queries and provides insights to help you close deals.
What Information Do I Need to Submit for A Construction Estimate?
To ensure an accurate estimate, we need:
- Project plans and drawings such as blueprints and CAD files.
- Details regarding materials, finishes, and special requirements.
- Project Timeline
- Scope of work
- Project locality for localized pricing adjustments
Which Areas Do You Serve with Construction Estimation Services?
We offer nationwide services across the United States, from California, Texas, Florida, and New York to Illinois, Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia, Washington, and Colorado. For accuracy, we use zip code-based cost databases and consider regional differences in labor and material costs.
Can I Place an Urgent Estimate Order?
Yes, you do so, as we accommodate urgent deadlines, Already, our turnaround time is 12 to 24 hours.
What Is Your Process to Provide Accurate Construction Cost Estimates?
Our accuracy process is quite simple as we follow certain steps:
- We do project analysis for a detailed review of your project plans, specifications, and requirements.
- Our team performs labor and material quantity takeoffs, including related CSI divisions by using Xactimate, BlueBeam, RS Means, and Planswift.
- Then, we apply region-specific pricing based on zip codes and consider all price fluctuation factors and market trends.
- Apply markup rates for overhead and profit.
Then, we cross-check the final deliverable to ensure reliability.
