Firestopping Estimating Services
The need for effective firestopping and fireproofing solutions arises to ensure the safety of buildings because last year almost 83% of the total property damage was caused by fire incidents. If you are looking for fireproofing or firestopping estimating services for pipelines, pipe joints, walls, floors, ceilings, etc, you can outsource your project to Kelly Estimating!
We focus on providing precise, budget-conscious estimates by focusing on quality material choices, accurate takeoff and pricing, and timely bid submission. Let’s not lose bids for your next firestopping project.
Fireproofing & Firestopping Estimating Services | Material Takeoffs
We serve all busy contractors, property owners, and construction developers in the USA with accurate firestopping and fireproofing estimating services. Firestopping, also understood as compartmentation, is an important part of passive fireproofing. Here is what we cover and the materials we quantify:
Fireproofing Structural Elements
Fireproofing steel structures such as beams, columns, and other load-bearing elements maintains the building’s integrity during a fire. So, we delivered cost estimates for materials to protect such components. Our fireproofing estimators quantify the square footage or volume required for these materials without overestimating or falling short. The quantifying required materials include:
- Intumescent coatings
- Cementitious
- Fireproofing sprays
- Fire-resistant wraps
Walls and Floors
We also take care of your walls and floors and provide firestopping estimates to prevent the spread of flames, smoke, and toxic gases between compartments in a structure. If your project contains gypsum or cement boards, we quantify their requirements based on project specifications, ensuring proper coverage. We estimate the materials needed to seal penetrations, gaps, and joints, such as:
- Firestop sealants
- Mineral wool
- Silicone-based caulks
Penetration Firestopping
It is an estimate for sealing openings created by pipes, cables, ducts, or conduits that pass through fire-rated walls or floors. Our firestopping estimators provide measurements of the material your project demands for each penetration, according to size and type, to help contractors procure and install the necessary products. Our estimates cover materials:
- Firestop collars
- Intumescent wraps
- Fire-resistant pillows
- Fire caulks
Ceilings and Roofs
To prevent structural collapse in case of fire, get the fireproofing estimate for ceilings and roofs. Our fireproofing cost estimating team includes fire-rated tiles and grid systems in the suspended ceilings’ takeoff to ensure complete fire protection. We quantify materials like:
- Spray-applied fireproofing
- Fire-resistant insulation
- Thermal barriers
Pipe Joints and Pipelines
You cannot make the pipes fireproof, but can do things to make them more fire-resistant. While calculating the costs and quantifying the materials required we consider the diameter, length, and specific application requirements, ensuring a detailed and accurate takeoff for all piping systems. Our firestopping estimates include materials:
- Fire-retardant coatings
- Heat-resistant wraps
- Fire-rated insulation
You’ll Get The Following Deliverables
- Excel Spreadsheet
- Labor rates according to man hours
- Easy-to-understand mark-up plans
- Material quantities and rates
- List of inclusions & exclusions
- A Summary of Estimate, that includes overhead expenses, percentage for profit, bid reviews, etc.
Fireproofing Takeoff Services
Here is a list of materials that our estimators accurately quantify for the projects:
- PBI
- Brick
- Corriboard
- Perlite boards
- Asbestos cement
- Treated lumber plywood
- Treated vegetable fiber
- Aramid (para and meta)
- Fire-retardant treated wood
- Concrete
- Coated nylon
- Cement render
- Gypsum boards
- Pipe concealment
- Pipe identification
- Flame retardant cotton
- Penetration firestopping
- Hangers and supports
- Standpipes
- Mineral wool
- Intumescent paint
- Service connections
- Fire-suppression sprinkler
- Flow and measurement
- Carbon foam (CFOAM)
- Melamine and modacrylic
What Do Firestopping Estimating Company Offer?
Our only goal is to provide accurate firestopping estimates so that you’ll never lose any bids. For this purpose, you can reach us for any of the following services:
Change Order Estimates
Orders usually experience changes in their scope, material preferences, and unforeseen site conditions. No worries! We will provide you with accurate change order estimates to help you manage the timely execution and budget. You will get the final document and the quantities in CSI MasterFormat.
Budget Estimation for Large-Scale Projects
For all the fireproofing or firestopping budget estimates of large-scale projects such as hospitals, high-rise buildings, and industrial facilities we are always up. You will get a detailed document containing expenses, profit margin, exclusions, inclusions, labor, and material costs according to local zip code-based pricing.
Bid Estimates for Firestopping Projects
Get accurate bid estimates to help contractors submit competitive proposals. Our expert firestopping cost estimators analyze project plans and specifications to ensure every firestopping element is accounted for. We help you secure more bids while avoiding unexpected costs.
The Firestopping Estimation Process We Follow
Our technical process of calculating accurate material takeoff and repeating firestopping estimates begins with analyzing architectural and engineering drawings to identify fire-rated areas, penetrations, and expansion joints.
We cross-check specifications and make a list of materials required as firestop sealants, intumescent coatings, mineral wool, and fire-rated panels based on structural elements and fire zones. For quantity takeoff, we use software like Planswift and Bluebeam to perform digital takeoffs that measure dimensions for walls, floors, ceilings, and penetrations.
Our estimators calculate the precise quantities for each material. Then by using RS Means for ZIP code-specific data, we calculate labor and material pricing, and by combining all the details we expert the data into the Excel document after assuring the quantity and accuracy.
Hit the Best Firestopping Estimators in the USA
We are your top estimating choice because we earn the reputation and respect in this industry by satisfying thousands of clients. Here is why we stand out:
Professional & Certified Team
Our firestopping estimating team is professional and certified by the American Association of Cost Engineers (AACE) and the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS). They comply with local building codes and follow industry standards.
Timely Estimates
You don’t need to worry about missing bids when you get the fastest service of 12-24 hours. Within this timeframe, you will get the detailed document of your firestopping estimate in CSI MasterFormat and ensure a 96% bid-winning ratio.
Advanced Estimating Tools
We use the latest estimating software, including Planswift and Bluebeam, to prepare precise estimates. With these efficient tools, there will be no room for error and we can analyze project plans and measure the material perfectly, ensuring no detail is overlooked.
Localized Pricing
You will not get the general or inaccurate pricing because we use BIM and zip code based local pricing data that regularly updates according to the market conditions. You can stay within your budget and manage finances easily.
How to Get Started For Firestopping Estimates
Follow 3 simple and easy steps and get the well-documented firestopping estimating service
Submit the project details, blueprints, design layout, and construction plan in any of these files: PDF, PLN, DWF, CAL, OSX, TIF, DJVU, CPC, DWG, TIFF, DXF.
After the team reviews your plans, they will share a quote, including delivery time and service fee. Submit the payment through PayPal, or credit/debit cards.
In less than 24 hours, you will have your fireproofing or firestopping estimate including all the details in an Excel spreadsheet.
The Portfolio of Firestopping & Fireproofing Projects
Here’s a table summarizing the information you provided:
| Project Name | Location | Scope of Work | Estimating Services Offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford Medical Center- Commercial Project | Stanford, CA | Firestopping estimate for walls, floors, and ceilings; fireproofing HVAC systems. | Budget estimates for fire-rated panels, insulation, and fireproof coatings. | Provided a competitive bid that follows all safety standards. |
| Apple Park or Apple Campus 2 – Commercial Project | Cupertino, CA | Fireproofing of structural steel beams and columns; firestopping mechanical systems. | Preconstruction estimates including material quantities, labor costs, and compliance. | Achieved 96% accuracy, ensuring no material shortages during construction. |
| Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport- Commercial | Miami, FL | Fireproofing for ceilings and steel structures and firestopping for plumbing systems. | Handover completed material takeoff estimate and also delivered change order estimate to adjust material needs during construction. | Solved cost overruns by accurately delivering changes in materials and labor. |
| Rockford Housing Authority Apartments- Residential Project | Rockford, IL | Firestopping for floors and walls in apartments. | Conceptual estimates for fire-retardant-treated wood, silicone sealants, and insulation. | Delivered precise cost calculations, ensuring compliance with residential safety codes. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Difference Between Firestopping and Fireproofing Estimates?
The main difference between the firestopping and fireproofing estimates is the former is concerned with sealing gaps, joints, and penetrations in fire-rated walls, floors, and ceilings to prevent the spread of fire, smoke, and gases. The latter focuses on applying materials to structural elements, like beams and columns, to protect them from the effects of fire and heat.
How Do You Ensure the Accuracy of a Firestopping Estimate?
We consider the building’s design and detailed review of all penetrations and joints to provide an accurate estimate. Moreover, We calculate material and labor pricing by using software, RS Means, and the local zip code pricing database. Moreover, the professional QA team carefully reviews each estimate delivered.
Can You Provide Estimates for Projects Anywhere in the USA?
Yes, our firestopping estimating services are available throughout the USA. We provide accurate estimates to contractors, builders, developers, and property owners of all 50 states.
