Detailed cost estimates and material takeoffs for new homes, additions, remodels and multi-family housing, priced for the area where you build.
Margins in residential construction are thin. A missed run of siding, an underestimated framing package or a forgotten allowance can wipe out the profit on a house. Our residential estimating services give home builders, remodelers and residential subcontractors a complete, line-by-line view of what a project will really cost before they sign a contract.
We measure every room, wall and roof plane from your drawings, then price materials and labor using current rates for the project’s zip code. Whether you are pricing a single custom home, a kitchen and bath remodel or a 40-unit townhouse development, the estimate follows the same careful method.
Typical turnaround is one to two days for most homes, with larger plan sets taking a little longer. Need the bigger picture first? A budget estimate can show whether a design fits your client’s budget before detailed work begins.
A complete package that follows how houses are actually built, from the ground up.
Excavation, footings, slabs, crawlspaces and basement walls with concrete and rebar quantities.
Studs, plates, headers, joists, trusses and sheathing counted wall by wall and floor by floor.
Shingles, underlayment, flashing, siding, trim, windows and exterior doors.
Drywall, insulation, flooring, tile, cabinets, countertops, paint and millwork by room.
Plumbing fixtures, electrical devices and HVAC equipment sized to the plans.
Clearly listed allowances, assumptions and exclusions so homeowners know what is covered.
A four-step routine that keeps every house estimate consistent and easy to review.
We check floor plans, elevations, sections and specs, and flag anything missing before we begin.
Quantities are measured digitally and grouped by area and trade for easy checking.
Material and labor costs are matched to your zip code and current supplier conditions.
You receive an organized report with totals by trade, ready for your proposal or bid.
Custom home builders use our estimates to price designs with confidence and explain costs to homeowners. Remodeling contractors rely on them to quote kitchens, baths, basements and additions without spending evenings on takeoffs. Developers and investors use them to check feasibility on spec homes and small subdivisions.
Residential subcontractors, such as framers, drywall installers, roofers and flooring companies, can order a takeoff for their trade only. Architects and designers also use our numbers to keep a design within the client’s target budget.
Knowing where the money goes helps you make better decisions with your clients. These are the items that move a home budget the most.
Complex footprints with many corners, bump-outs and roof valleys use more material and labor than simple rectangles of the same area.
Slab-on-grade, crawlspace and full basement foundations differ widely in excavation, concrete and waterproofing costs.
Cabinets, countertops, flooring and fixtures can double the interior cost between a builder-grade and a luxury home.
Slopes, poor soil, tree removal and long utility runs add cost that never shows on the floor plan.
Crew costs vary greatly between regions, which is why we always price for the project location.
Local energy codes affect insulation levels, window performance and HVAC sizing.
Our estimators understand how houses go together, from wood framing to finish carpentry.
Costs reflect your local market, not a national average that may be far off.
Swap finishes or change square footage and we update the numbers quickly.
Common questions from home builders and remodelers.
Most homes are estimated in one to two days. Large multi-family projects or incomplete drawings may need a little more time.
Yes. We account for demolition, existing structure and as-built conditions shown on your plans or photos.
Yes. Subcontractors can order a takeoff and estimate for a single trade or a group of trades.
Yes. We can price alternates, such as standard and upgraded finishes, so homeowners can compare choices.
Upload your house plans and get a clear residential estimate quote from our team.
