Prebid Estimating LLC | Construction Estimating USA & Canada

Our Comprehensive Estimating Services

We offer a complete range of estimating services for all types of construction projects across the United States and Canada.

Core Estimating Services

Cost Estimating

Detailed cost analysis for construction projects including materials, labor, equipment, and overhead calculations to ensure accurate budget planning.

Material cost analysis
Labor cost calculations
Equipment cost estimation
Overhead & profit margins

Building Cost Estimating

Specialized estimating services for building construction projects including structural, architectural, and MEP systems cost calculations.

Structural cost analysis
Architectural finishes
MEP systems costing
Building envelope analysis

Budget Estimating

Initial budget estimates for project feasibility studies, funding applications, and preliminary planning with cost ranges and contingencies.

Feasibility studies
Funding applications
Cost range analysis
Contingency planning

Construction Estimating

Comprehensive construction estimating services covering all phases from pre-construction to final cost verification and change orders.

Pre-construction estimates
Bid preparation
Change order pricing
Final cost verification

Specialized Estimating Solutions

Freelance Estimating

Flexible freelance estimating services for contractors who need occasional support without the commitment of full-time staff.

Project-based contracts
Flexible scheduling
No long-term commitments
Quick turnaround times

Dedicated Construction Estimator

Dedicated estimator services providing ongoing support for construction companies requiring consistent estimating expertise.

Dedicated estimator support
Regular project updates
Consistent communication
Long-term partnership

Construction Takeoff

Accurate digital quantity takeoff services using advanced software to measure and quantify materials from construction drawings.

Digital measurement tools
Material quantification
PDF and CAD file support
Detailed quantity reports

Residential Estimating

Specialized estimating services for residential projects including single-family homes, multi-family units, and residential renovations.

Single-family homes
Multi-family apartments
Home renovations
Residential additions

Sector-Specific Estimating

Commercial Estimating

Expert estimating services for commercial construction including offices, retail spaces, hotels, and mixed-use developments.

Office buildings
Retail centers
Hotels and hospitality
Mixed-use developments

Industrial Estimating

Specialized estimating for industrial facilities including manufacturing plants, warehouses, distribution centers, and processing plants.

Manufacturing facilities
Warehouse construction
Distribution centers
Processing plants

Preliminary Estimate

Early-stage cost estimates for project planning, feasibility studies, and initial budget development before detailed design.

Conceptual estimates
Feasibility analysis
Budget development
Cost planning

Advanced Construction Services

CPM Scheduling

Critical Path Method scheduling services to optimize project timelines, identify critical activities, and ensure on-time completion.

Project timeline optimization
Critical activity identification
Schedule risk analysis
Progress monitoring

Estimating Consultant

Expert consulting services to improve your estimating processes, train your team, and implement best practices for cost management.

Process improvement
Team training
Best practices implementation
Software selection guidance

Construction Drafting

Professional drafting services including as-built drawings, shop drawings, and construction documentation to support your projects.

As-built drawings
Shop drawings
Construction documentation
Detail drawings

Bid Estimating

Comprehensive bid preparation services including competitive analysis, pricing strategies, and bid package development.

Competitive analysis
Pricing strategies
Bid package preparation
Submission support

CSI Construction Trades We Cover

Our expert estimators provide comprehensive takeoff and estimating services for all CSI MasterFormat divisions. We specialize in accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimation across every construction trade.

MEP Estimating Specialists

We are specialists in MEP Estimating with extensive experience in complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Our team delivers precise estimates for HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, and fire protection systems across commercial, industrial, and residential projects.

Concrete Estimating

Comprehensive concrete estimating including foundations, slabs, walls, columns, and structural elements. We calculate formwork, reinforcement, concrete mixes, and finishing requirements.

Foundation & footing calculations
Slab-on-grade & elevated slabs
Formwork & shoring systems
Reinforcement detailing
Concrete finishes & treatments

Masonry Estimating

Accurate masonry estimating for brick, block, stone, and tile work. We analyze wall systems, veneers, structural masonry, and specialized installations.

Brick & block wall systems
Stone veneer & natural stone
CMU structural walls
Mortar & grout calculations
Masonry reinforcement

Metals Estimating

Structural and architectural metals estimating including structural steel, metal decking, joists, metal framing, and ornamental metals.

Structural steel framing
Metal decking & joists
Cold-formed metal framing
Ornamental metals & railings
Steel connections & fasteners

Wood & Plastic Composites

Estimating for wood framing, heavy timber, engineered wood products, plastic composites, and specialty wood systems.

Wood framing & sheathing
Engineered wood products
Heavy timber construction
Plastic composite decking
Wood truss systems

Thermal Protection

Insulation and thermal protection estimating including building insulation, roof insulation, fireproofing, and vapor barriers.

Building insulation systems
Roof insulation & assemblies
Fireproofing & firestopping
Vapor & air barriers
Weather barriers

Sitework Estimating

Comprehensive site development estimating including earthwork, utilities, paving, landscaping, and site improvements.

Earthwork & grading
Site utilities & drainage
Paving & parking lots
Landscaping & irrigation
Site concrete & hardscape

Openings Estimating

Doors, windows, and openings estimating including architectural doors, storefronts, curtain walls, and specialty glazing.

Architectural doors & frames
Windows & curtain walls
Storefront systems
Glazing & skylights
Hardware & accessories

Interior & Exterior Finishes

Comprehensive finishes estimating including drywall, plaster, flooring, painting, wall coverings, and exterior cladding.

Drywall & plaster systems
Flooring & carpeting
Painting & wall coverings
Ceiling systems
Exterior cladding & siding

Electrical Estimating

Complete electrical systems estimating including power distribution, lighting, low voltage systems, and specialty electrical.

Power distribution systems
Lighting & controls
Low voltage systems
Fire alarm & security
Electrical service & gear

MEP (HVAC) Estimating

Specialized mechanical, electrical, and plumbing estimating with emphasis on HVAC systems, ductwork, piping, and controls.

HVAC systems & equipment
Ductwork & air distribution
Piping & plumbing systems
Building automation controls
Energy recovery systems

Plumbing Estimating

Complete plumbing systems estimating including water supply, sanitary drainage, fixtures, and specialty plumbing systems.

Water supply & distribution
Sanitary drainage systems
Plumbing fixtures & equipment
Gas piping systems
Storm drainage

Fire Protection Estimating

Fire protection systems estimating including sprinklers, fire alarms, suppression systems, and fire-rated assemblies.

Fire sprinkler systems
Fire alarm & detection
Special suppression systems
Fire-rated construction
Fire stopping materials

Note: Our estimators are trained in all CSI MasterFormat divisions and stay current with the latest materials, labor rates, and construction methods across the United States and Canada.

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Our Project Portfolio

Explore our completed projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Each project showcases our precision in estimating and takeoff services.

Industrial | Electrical

Liberty Terminal Modernization Project - Tank Farm A Substation

Electrical Scope

$8.2M Electrical Estimate

Completed 2024

Gulf Coast, USA

Comprehensive electrical estimating for the Tank Farm A Substation modernization at Liberty Terminal. This project involved complete electrical system upgrade including medium voltage distribution, motor control centers, and process automation systems.

13.8kV primary substation design & equipment
480V/277V motor control centers (MCCs)
Process automation & SCADA systems
Explosion-proof electrical installations
Lightning protection & grounding systems
Emergency backup power systems
Cable tray & conduit routing
Hazardous area classification compliance

Boulder Airport Hangar

Project estimating completed

Industrial Construction Estimating

Industrial | Aviation

Boulder Airport New Hangar Development - Henderson, NV

18,500 sq. ft.

$5.8M Estimate

In Progress (2025)

Henderson, NV

Complete estimating services for the new hangar development at Boulder Airport. This project includes construction of a state-of-the-art aircraft hangar with office spaces, maintenance facilities, and specialized aviation infrastructure.

Steel frame hangar structure with clearspan design
60' x 200' aircraft storage capacity
Aviation-grade concrete apron & taxiway connection
Specialized HVAC for aircraft maintenance
Aviation fuel system integration
Fire suppression systems for aviation facilities
Office & maintenance workshop areas (3,200 sq. ft.)
Security & access control systems
Aircraft electrical power supply systems
Stormwater management & environmental compliance

Project Specifications:

Clear Height: 35 feet

Hangar Doors: 60' wide x 25' high

Foundation: Deep pier & grade beam

Roof: Standing seam metal

Scope of Work:

The estimating scope included comprehensive quantity takeoff and cost analysis for:

Site preparation & grading
Structural steel framework
Concrete foundations & slab
Metal building systems

Mechanical & electrical systems
Fire protection systems
Interior finishes & offices
Exterior site improvements

Commercial | Hotel Renovation

The Hotel Elysee Renovation - 60 E 54th St, New York, NY

85,000 sq. ft.

$18.5M Estimate

Completed 2023

Midtown Manhattan, NY

Complete renovation estimating for the historic Hotel Elysee in Midtown Manhattan. This luxury boutique hotel renovation included facade restoration, guest room modernization, lobby redesign, and full MEP systems upgrade while maintaining historic preservation requirements.

Historic facade restoration & preservation
Guest room & suite modernization (112 rooms)
Lobby & public space redesign
MEP systems comprehensive upgrade
Kitchen & restaurant renovation
ADA compliance improvements
Energy efficiency upgrades
Fire & life safety systems

Commercial | Education

University of North America Renovation - Fairfax, VA

125,000 sq. ft.

$24.8M Estimate

Completed 2024

Fairfax, VA

Comprehensive renovation estimating for the University of North America campus in Fairfax, VA. This major educational facility upgrade included classroom modernization, laboratory renovations, administrative office redesign, and campus infrastructure improvements to enhance the learning environment.

Classroom & lecture hall modernization (45 rooms)
Science & computer laboratory renovations
Administrative office space redesign
Library & study area upgrades
Campus-wide MEP systems upgrade
ADA compliance & accessibility improvements
Energy-efficient lighting & HVAC systems
Exterior facade & campus signage improvements

Residential

Modern Single-Family Home Development - Miami, FL

15 Units @ 3,500 sq. ft.

$8.7M Estimate

Completed 2023

Estimating services for a luxury single-family home development featuring modern architectural designs, smart home technology, and premium finishes.

Custom architectural features costing
Smart home technology integration
Landscape and pool package
Energy-efficient systems analysis

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

Prebid Estimating LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website prebidestimatingllc.com (the "Site") or use our estimating services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

Request a quote or estimate
Contact us via email or phone
Submit project plans or blueprints
Subscribe to our newsletter
Apply for employment

This information may include:

Name, email address, and phone number
Company name and job title
Project details and specifications
Construction drawings and blueprints
Billing and payment information

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

IP address and browser type
Pages visited and time spent on Site
Referring website and exit pages
Device information and operating system

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide accurate construction estimates and takeoff services
To communicate with you about your projects
To process payments and invoices
To improve our website and services
To send periodic emails about company updates
To comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist in our operations (e.g., payment processors, cloud storage providers)
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
Secure servers and firewalls
Regular security assessments
Limited access to personal information

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Project files and estimates are typically retained for 7 years for business and tax purposes.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to access your personal information
Right to correct inaccurate information
Right to delete your personal information
Right to restrict processing of your information
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10.

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9. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Site and services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. International Data Transfers

As we operate in both the United States and Canada, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

By Email: Carl@prebidestimating.com

By Phone: +1 (213) 416-7966

By Mail:
Prebid Estimating LLC
10940 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1600
Los Angeles, CA 90024
United States

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2025.

Contact Us

Get in touch with our team at any of our offices across North America.

Head Office - California

Address
10940 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1600
Los Angeles, CA 90024
United States

Email
Carl@prebidestimating.com

Phone
+1 (213) 416-7966

Regional Office - New York

Address
480 Bedford Road Suite 3201
Chappaqua, NY 10514
United States

Email
Carl@prebidestimating.com

Phone
+1 (213) 416-7966

Canada Office - Toronto

Address
401 Bay Street, 16th Floor
Toronto, ON, M5H 2Y4
Canada

Email
estimating@prebidestimating.com

Phone
+1 (343) 860-2235

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