Preliminary Estimating Services
Are you frustrated with managing a project with incomplete drawing plans and the bid deadline is near? No worries! You can get preliminary estimating services from us to get out of these challenges. No matter if you are a contractor, architect, or developer, you can trust Kelly Estimating.
Our preliminary estimates provide the concept of your project’s budget, scope, and design. We help you in boosting the bidding process and secure projects with ensured profit. Let’s get a quick quote!
USA #1 Preliminary Estimating Services We Offer
We are serving the 50 US states with our preliminary cost estimating services. You can choose the required preliminary estimating type from below if you want to win the bid and ensure project success:
Initial Feasibility Estimates
Our preliminary cost estimators assess the overall feasibility of a project at its initial stages. The team creates a rough cost analysis to decide whether a project is easygoing. These estimates are helpful for real estate developers, project owners, and general contractors. The data we need includes:
- Conceptual plans
- Preliminary sketches
- Project specifications and descriptions
We can deliver precise feasibility estimates according to your project’s location, scope, and goals.
Preliminary Cost Analysis for Design Options
This service is important for clients considering different design options at the early stages of a project. It helps specify the most cost-effective design solution based on materials, labor, and complexity. For this, we need:
- Alternative material selections
- Conceptual designs or schematic plans
- Project specifications and descriptions
Whether you are an architect, developer, or contractor, our preliminary cost estimators provide a comparative analysis of costs for different design concepts, so that you can select the best design within budget.
Definitive Planning Estimates
Do you have a well-developed plan and project specifications? You will need our definitive planning estimate. It helps you calculate budget allocation and develop financial strategies. We use the latest software, take data from past similar projects, and get real-time market rates to deliver high-quality estimates. Our team delivers the following:
- Material takeoff with costs
- Labor costs and man hours
- Equipment costs or rentals if needed
Scope Development Estimates
Our scope development estimates also come under preliminary estimates where our team focuses on defining the project’s detailed scope of work. We prepare an estimate if you provide us with the given data:
- Outline of the project concept
- Preliminary project layouts or sketches
- Key material and labor considerations
We evaluate costs by analyzing the given information and getting help from similar past project data that will help us set budgets and identify potential risks.
Change Order Estimates
Our preliminary cost estimating team is professional in handling change order estimates if the scope of the project changes due to client requirements or certain conditions.
We ensure to adjust the costs of materials, labor, calculations for takeoffs, and everything in between accordingly and submit the updated document in a minimum timeframe.
Projects Portfolio
| Sector | Project Name | Location | Scope of Work |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential | Ocean View Condominiums | Stuart, Florida | Provided Delivered cost analysis for design options, trade-specific material, and labor estimates for construction phases. | .
| Commercial | Grand Avenue Retail Plaza | Los Angeles, CA | Preconstruction estimates including material quantities, labor costs, and compliance. |
| Industrial | SolarTech Company,FL | Phoenix, Arizona | Delivered preliminary cost analysis for site prep, substructure, and roofing systems. |
| Public | East Boston Branch of the Boston Public Library Expansion | Boston, Massachusetts | Preliminary estimates for additions, exterior finishes, and MEP system enhancements. |
Deliverables Of Preliminary Estimating Service
We offer a preliminary estimate EXCEL document in CSI MasterFormat which includes the following components:
- Preliminaries such as general requirements, and other initial expenses.
- Quantities and costs of substructures like foundations, footings, and related structural elements below ground level.
- Details about superstructures like walls, roofing, staircases, floors, etc.
- Includes all CSI divisions such as mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP), sitework, etc according to your project scope.
- Labor costs and man hours.
- Bid document that covers total material, labor costs, profit percentage, contingencies, project exclusions, and inclusions.
Why Do You Need Preliminary Estimates?
It offers the following benefits to the contractors, developers, and project owners:
- These estimates ensure accurate budgeting and resource allocation.
- Builds trust among clients with reliable cost predictions.
- Facilitates financing with credible estimates.
- Reduces the chances of cost overruns.
- Helps architects and designers stay within budget.
- Helps you win bids for projects that are in the preliminary phase.
How Do We Quantify Preliminary Takeoffs?
Our preliminary estimators access and understand the given project documentation, including conceptual drawings and specifications. We use PlanSwift, and BlueBeam, to get dimensions and quantities such as square footage, linear measurements, and volumetric data for primary components like foundations, walls, roofs, and finishes.
Our estimators get help from assumptions-based data from historical projects and consider factors like project scale, location, and design intent. With this process, we ensure detailed and accurate takeoffs in your preliminary estimates.
Our Commitment To Our Clients!
- Ensure a 96% bid-winning ratio.
- We believe in transparency, honesty, accuracy, and reliability. Our clients trust us and always speak positively about their experience because we are committed to:
- 24/7 customer support team to assist with your queries and concerns.
- Expert estimators certified with American estimator organizations like AACE & AIQS
- Budget-friendly packages that are customized according to your needs.
- Quick turnaround time of a minimum of 12 hours and a maximum of 24 hours.
- Provide preliminary estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial projects in all 50 US states.
- We use advanced software for takeoffs such as PlanSwift, and BlueBeam, and for cost accuracy, we use RSMeans and zip code-based databases.
Benefits of Outsourcing Preliminary Estimates
There are various benefits of outsourcing preliminary estimating services to us. You can start planning early by knowing the project costs which will help you make better decisions about design options, material selection, and overall feasibility. By outsourcing, you can save the cost of spending your in-house team and buying premium software.
You can easily stay within financial limits with the help of early planning. Moreover, early cost estimates help you find out possible budget overruns or design challenges early on without spending a big amount and wasting time. It also helps you in negotiations with contractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
Are You Ready To Submit Winning Bid?
If you want to grab the project, you need to submit a bid that contains a well-documented preliminary estimate of the project. For this, submit your project plans, designs, and requirements to us. We will share a detailed quote with you to help you understand the scope, deliverables, pricing, and timeline. If you accept the quote, send the payment through PayPal or a Credit/Debit card. Then wait for a few hours and we will deliver an EXCEL document with your preliminary cost estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
At What Project Stage Should I Need a Preliminary Estimate?
Preliminary estimates are essential when the project designs are incomplete like they are at 30%, 60%, or 90% completion stage. Our preliminary estimating service helps you assess feasibility, allocate budgets, and refine project scope before moving further for detailed planning.
Do You Offer Revisions if Project Details Change?
Yes! If project details or scopes change within a specific time, our estimators provide updated estimates according to the new requirements, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
How Do You Ensure Accuracy in Preliminary Estimates?
We ensure accuracy in preliminary estimates by getting help from similar historical data, advanced estimating software, and location-based cost databases. Our team adjusts estimates for factors such as project size, location, materials, labor rates, and timelines. Preliminary estimates have an accuracy range of -25% to +25%, which depends on the level of project details provided.
How Much Time Do You Take to Deliver a Preliminary Estimate?
Our turnaround time is 12-24 hours which depends on the project complexity.
Client Reviews
I needed a preliminary estimate for my commercial landscaping project that should help me during initial planning. I didn’t have much data but the team discussed everything with me and provided accurate costs even with limited designs and helped me in finalizing my budget. Truly reliable!
John M., General Contractor
We reached out to Kelly Estimating to get the project’s detailed scope to submit the bid. Their estimates were professional and delivered a well-structured bid document that had all the risk factors and costs for easy budgeting. Highly Recommended! –
Sarah K., Commercial Contractor
Our client requested cost evaluations for multiple design options, during the initial phase of the project. They delivered preliminary cost analyses that aligned perfectly with our conceptual designs. They also helped us to stay within the client’s budget.
Michael T., Architect
