Our Estimating Services for Contractors and Builders
Every project is different, and so is every bid. Browse our services by project type, send us your plans, and get a clear, detailed estimate built on local labor rates and current material costs, so you can bid with confidence.
Our Range of Construction Estimating Services
Every project is different, and your estimate should be too. A one-size-fits-all number rarely survives contact with a real job site. That’s why we built our estimating support around the work contractors actually bid, from small jobs to large builds. Whatever you’re pricing, you get the same careful approach. We read your plans closely, measure every quantity, and apply local labor rates and current material costs. We flag scope gaps early and document assumptions so nothing surprises you later. Browse the services below to find the one that fits your next project. If you don’t see an exact match, send us your plans, and we’ll help.
Construction Estimating Services
Budgets begin with plans. We turn them into accurate numbers so bids are based on facts.
Apartments Estimating Services
Hundreds of doors, windows, and fixtures? We count them all, plus shared systems and amenities.
Residential Estimating Services
Clients want fair prices and zero surprises. Our residential estimates deliver both, house after house.
Industrial Estimating Services
Heavy steel, process piping, big electrical loads. Our estimators price industrial complexity without cutting corners.
Renovation Estimating Services
Behind every old wall waits an unknown. Our renovation estimates include allowances, so surprises stay affordable.
Home Addition Estimating Services
Where does old structure end and new begin? Our estimates carefully price that tricky connection.
Your Next Bid Deserves Better Numbers
Send us your plans, and we’ll return a clear, detailed estimate based on local rates. No guesswork, no missed items. Just numbers you can bid with. Upload your drawings today and see how much easier winning work can feel.
Multi-Family Residential Estimating Services
Scale changes everything. We price repeated units and shared spaces to show accurate per-unit costs.
Construction Bid Estimating Services
Bids are races. We deliver complete, checked numbers before your deadline, so you submit confidently.
Quantity Takeoff Services
How much drywall, concrete, or lumber do you really need? Our takeoffs give exact counts.
Remodeling Estimating Services
Kitchens, baths, basements: we price remodels down to the very last tile and cabinet pull.
Xactimate Estimating Services
Water, fire, or storm damage? Our Xactimate estimates give adjusters clear line items to approve.
Blueprint Estimating Services
Every line, symbol, and note on your blueprints means money. Our estimators read each one.
Why Contractors Choose Design and Bids
Contractors hire Design And Bids because one bad number can wipe out a whole job’s profit. We price every bid with local labor rates, current material costs, and clear scope notes. You get estimates you can trust, delivered on time, so you can bid with confidence and win more work every year.
- 99% bid accuracy rate
- 15–20 hours saved per bid
- Estimates within 3–5% of final project cost
Frequently Asked Questions
What information do you need to start an estimate?
Send us your plans, specs, addenda, and the bid due date. Also tell us where the project is located, so we can use the right local rates. If something’s missing, we’ll let you know early on.
How long does it take to get an estimate?
It depends on the project size and how clear the drawings are. Most estimates take 24 to 48 hours. Rush delivery is available when your bid deadline is close, so please tell us your due date upfront.
How do you keep your estimates accurate?
We take quantities from the drawings and use current local prices and labor rates. Then a second person reviews the numbers and exclusions before we send it out. That catches mistakes before they cost you money.
Do you work with contractors outside my area?
Yes, we work with contractors all across the US. Distance doesn’t matter. We adjust for local wages, taxes, and material prices in your county, so the numbers match where you’re actually building.
What if the plans are missing details or unclear?
We tell you right away and write down our assumptions. We either clear up anything unclear with you or include it as an exclusion. That way, you won’t be stuck paying for work nobody priced.