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For planning residential building construction, a proper cost estimate provides insight into potential costs, aiding in calculating markups, allocating budgets, obtaining financing, quoting prices to clients, and negotiating with contractors and subcontractors through our residential estimating services.
Link Estimation is best in the business, with seasoned expert estimators specializing in residential construction estimating services. After thoroughly analyzing plans, we digitally take off the quantities using the latest software and consult our construction cost database and RSMeans for zip-code pricing on your residential estimate. We perform a breakdown of labor costs, accounting for union and prevailing wages, including standard time and overtime. The bill of materials is listed in CSI MasterFormat divisions or by the pattern of CSI costs in EXCEL spreadsheets, making it easy for you to review and send to your vendors for pricing.
Portfolio of Residential Estimating Services Projects
- Single-Family Residential Houses
- Multi-Family Residential Houses
- Duplex/Triplex Houses
- Custom homes
- Modular homes
- Apartments
- Bungalows
- Townhouses
- Mansions
- Condominium
- Home additions
- Home Improvements
- Remodeling
Why Choose Link Estimation?
Detailed Accuracy: Our residential estimating services ensure highly detailed and accurate estimates, giving you confidence in your project’s financial planning.
Cost-Effective Solutions: Benefit from market-competitive rates, designed to provide exceptional value without compromising on quality.
Fast Turnaround: We deliver estimates promptly to meet your deadlines, helping you stay on track with your project schedules.
Flexible Pricing: Reduce overhead costs by paying only for the estimating services you need, when you need them.
Increased Efficiency: Boost your bidding capacity and win more projects by leveraging our expertise and accurate estimates.
Bid Consultation: Receive expert guidance on optimizing your bids to secure more contracts and increase your win rate.
24/7 Support: Our dedicated team offers round-the-clock chat and email support to assist you with any queries or needs.
OUR RESIDENTIAL ESTIMATING SERVICES INCLUDES
In our residential estimating services, we provide comprehensive quantity takeoffs for various construction elements. Our detailed takeoffs include:
- General Conditions: Permits, taxes, logistics, storage, etc.
- Sitework: Site preparation, excavation, backfilling, earthwork, landscaping.
- Concrete: Foundation, driveway, sidewalk, paving.
- Masonry: Walls, piers.
- Wood/Plastic Composites: Structural lumber, millwork, carpentry.
- Thermal & Moisture Protection: Roof and wall insulation.
- Doors & Windows: Detailed descriptions and quantities.
- Metals: Structural steel reinforcements, metal railings.
- Interior/Exterior Finishes: Drywall, plastering, painting, flooring, tiling, roofing, wall and pier finishes.
- Plumbing Fixtures: Detailed listing.
- Mechanical: Exhaust fans, HVAC systems.
- Electrical: Lighting, alarms, detectors, ceiling fans, TV cables.
- Other Specialties: Stairs, toilet accessories, kitchen equipment, furnishings.
- Contingencies: Budget allowances for unforeseen costs.
- Labor Costs and Man-Hours: Detailed breakdown based on project requirements.
We tailor our takeoffs to meet the specific needs of your project, ensuring all materials and components are quantified accurately, whether for supply purposes or detailed project planning.
Why you should use our Residential Estimating Services
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For Residential Contractors
Detailed Accurate Residential Bid Estimates
New Construction Residential Estimates
Our seasoned estimators and engineers use the latest pricing from local vendors and the RSMeans database to provide precise estimates. Our services include:
- Accurate and quick bid estimates with marked-up plans
- Assistance with smart bid filing
- Bidding network profile management
- New project lead generation
- Subcontractor marketing
From simple homes to complex apartments, our expertise and advanced software allow us to quickly prepare material, labor, and man-hour estimates. We serve residential contractors in all 50 states, ensuring timely and accurate quotes so you can focus on your site work.
For Trade Contractors
- Excavation & Sitework
- Earthwork
- Landscaping
- Concrete
- Masonry
- Plastering
- Painting
- Framing
- Drywall
- Tiling
- Flooring
- Glazing
- Joinery
- Gyprock
- Lumber
- Carpentry
- Electrical
- Mechanical
- Plumbing
- Insulation
- Doors & Windows
- Accessories
- Equipment
- Furnishings
1. Submit your drawing plans:
When you submit your drawing plans and specifications, we prepare a quote including the invoice, turnaround time, and the delivery date of the estimate. Click here to upload plans
2. Get a Quote
Once we review the plans, you'll receive a quote promptly. Upon acceptance, you can pay the invoice using a credit card, debit card, or PayPal. Our team will then begin working on your project.
3. Receive Estimate
You will get an estimate detailing all material and labor quantities along with their pricing. We provide the estimate and takeoff sheet in EXCEL, our own template, or a client-specific template, based on your preference.
What is Included
Our services provide detailed estimates for all types of renovations and remodeling projects. We offer material takeoffs and labor cost breakdowns, helping contractors accurately present figures to clients, manage budgets, and plan renovations efficiently.
Preliminary estimates cover a comprehensive breakdown of material and labor costs, including preliminaries, substructures, superstructures, finishes, fittings, services, external services, and contingencies. This helps investors and developers make informed decisions and identify potential hidden costs.
Our final estimates verify comparative bids from contractors, ensuring they meet market value. This quality control aids in negotiating better terms and ensuring the bids from general contractors and subcontractors align with industry standards.
For multi-family and apartment projects, we provide detailed estimates and assist with value engineering. We identify high-cost items and trades to optimize budgets, ensuring profitability and cost-effectiveness for large residential investments.