Building Cost Estimating Services
Why rely on rough estimates when you can get precise figures with our affordable building cost estimating services?
Let us provide accurate home cost estimates with fast turnaround times.
Every home is unique, so an accurate estimate is essential for planning, design, and construction. Whether for new builds, renovations, or improvements, our services support every phase with reliable results.
Able Estimating is your one-stop solution for precise estimates and quantity takeoffs, from square-foot ballpark figures to detailed construction estimates. Our experienced estimators use advanced tools and ZIP code–based pricing with RSMeans and Craftsman, following AACE and AIQS standards for accurate and dependable results.
We assure:
- Accurate, detailed building cost estimates with marked-up plans
- Fast turnaround (24–36 hours) for residential estimates
- Affordable pricing, starting at $200 on average
- Estimates prepared in line with international standards
- Monthly packages from $1,500, saving up to 60% on in-house costs
- Over 85% bid-hit ratio
- 24/7 customer support available
Contact us today and get 30% off on your first cost estimate!
Scope of Our Home Building Cost Estimating Services
Our team has unparalleled experience of delivering estimates for challenging home building projects including:
How We Serve Clients with Building Estimating Services
What’s Included in Our Home Building Cost Estimates?
After reviewing client drawings, our estimators use tools like Planswift for precise on-screen takeoffs. We organize material and labor costs by CSI divisions and deliver results in Excel formats based on client needs.
Our home building cost able estimating services vary by project specifications, but typically include detailed quantity takeoffs and cost breakdowns for accurate planning.
- Concrete takeoff for foundation, driveway, sidewalk, paving, etc
- Masonry takeoff for walls and piers
- Lumber takeoff for structure, millwork, carpentry
- Thermal & moisture protection takeoff for insulation of roof and walls
- Openings takeoff for doors and windows
- Interior/exterior finishes takeoff for drywall. painting, flooring, roofing, wall and pier finishes
- Other specialties takeoff for stairs, toilet accessories, kitchen equipment, and furnishings
- Plumbing takeoff for various fixtures
- Mechanical takeoff for exhaust fan, HVAC systems, etc.
- Electrical takeoff for lighting, alarms, detectors, ceiling fans, TV cables, etc
- Sitework takeoff for site preparation, earthwork, landscaping, etc
- General conditions are also taken into account like permits, taxes, logistics, storage, etc
- Estimation of man-hours and labor costs (skilled and unskilled) involved
- Contingency funds for unforeseen events, inflation, etc are also considered
Construction Estimating Software We Use
Many North American construction companies trust our estimating services—we believe you will too.
Submit Your Plans
Submit your drawings and specifications to receive a quote with pricing, turnaround time, and delivery details. Upload your plans here.
Get a Quote
After reviewing your plans, you’ll receive a quick quote. Once approved, pay via card or PayPal, and we’ll begin your project.
Receive Estimate
After reviewing your plans, you’ll receive a quick quote. Once approved, pay via card or PayPal, and we’ll start your project.
Our Service Areas
Able Estimating has successfully delivered construction estimating services across North America, the Caribbean, and Australia. In the United States, we have experience working in markets including New York, New Jersey, Florida, California, North Carolina, Virginia, Washington, Massachusetts, South Carolina, Oregon, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Minnesota, Illinois, Texas, Georgia, Arizona, Michigan, Missouri, Colorado, Kentucky, Indiana, Louisiana, Alabama, Maryland, Connecticut, and Ohio.