Residential Estimates Service
Accurate Estimates for Every Home Build and Renovation
Service Squad Estimating provides comprehensive estimating solutions for residential construction projects, including new builds, remodels, and additions. Our team works closely with contractors, builders, and developers to ensure that every estimate reflects real-world costs, local labor rates, and material requirements.
We break down every trade—framing, drywall, finishes, MEP, roofing, and more—to give you a full project scope in an organized format. Whether it’s a single-family home, duplex, or custom residence, our estimates help you avoid overruns and win more bids.
Delivered in Excel or PDF, our estimates are detailed, easy to follow, and tailored to your specific plans and scope.
Drywall & Framing
Comprehensive Drywall Takeoffs & Estimating
Our drywall services cover everything from material quantities to labor costs, ensuring your estimates are precise and actionable. Here’s how we handle drywall:
Exact Material Quantities: We carefully measure gypsum board panels, corner beads, joint compound, fasteners, and accessories—covering partitions, ceilings, soffits, bulkheads, and more.
Labor Scope & Hours: Drawing on field-experienced crews, we accurately estimate time for sheet installation, taping, finishing (up to Level 5), sanding, corner treatment, and cleanup.
Waste & Contingency Planning: Standard scrap percentages are built into estimates, with added buffers for tricky areas to prevent overruns.
Premium Finish Specs: From basic textures to smooth, paint-ready finishes, we adjust estimates based on your requirements—fully prepared for ceilings or feature walls.
Local Code & Material Costs: Our team stays updated on regional cost variations, including advanced materials like mold- and moisture-resistant boards for wet areas.
Full Projects
End-to-End Estimating for Complete Construction Packages
At Service Squad Estimating, we go beyond individual trades. Our Full Project Estimating service is built for contractors, developers, and builders who need accurate, fast, and dependable full-scope construction estimates—without juggling multiple estimators or wasting time on spreadsheets.
What’s Included:
CSI Division Format or Custom Templates
Whether you need estimates broken down by CSI division or custom formats (residential, commercial, renovation), we tailor it to your needs.All Trades Covered
From sitework to finishesValue Engineering Options
We identify cost-saving alternatives and give you clear visibility into where adjustments can be made—without compromising quality.Accurate Labor + Material Costs
Built using real-time market pricing and region-specific labor rates, whether you’re in the US, Canada, or abroad.
Paint & Wallcovering
Paint & Wallcovering Estimating
Our Paint & Wallcovering estimating service delivers fast, accurate takeoffs for interior and exterior surfaces—perfect for painting contractors, general contractors, and developers looking to submit competitive bids with confidence.
We quantify all relevant components, including square footage of walls, ceilings, trims, doors, and specialty surfaces. Estimates include primer, finish coats, labor hours, materials, and equipment—customized to your specified paint types, sheen levels, and coverage rates.
Whether it’s high-end residential, commercial, or institutional work, we factor in prep work, masking, patching, and touch-up cycles. For wallcoverings, we include rolls, adhesive, labor, and waste factors based on pattern matching and cut complexity.
Every estimate is regionally adjusted and built using industry-standard productivity rates to ensure it reflects real-world costs.
Residential Estimating Services
Service Squad Estimating provides comprehensive estimating solutions for residential construction projects, including new builds, remodels, and additions. Our team works closely with contractors, builders, and developers to ensure that every estimate reflects real-world costs, local labor rates, and material requirements.
We break down every trade—framing, drywall, finishes, MEP, roofing, and more—to give you a full project scope in an organized format. Whether it’s a single-family home, duplex, or custom residence, our estimates help you avoid overruns and win more bids.
Delivered in Excel or PDF, our estimates are detailed, easy to follow, and tailored to your specific plans and scope.
Full House Takeoffs
We provide end-to-end quantity takeoffs for every residential trade—structural, architectural, and mechanical—based on your blueprints and project specs.
Renovation and Remodel Estimates
From kitchen upgrades to full home renovations, we deliver accurate estimates that account for demolition, new work, and material reuse.
Custom Home Cost Breakdown
For unique builds, we provide a detailed breakdown of all elements—including custom finishes, layout variations, and specialty items—ensuring budget clarity from the start.
Designed For
- General Contractors
- Subcontractors
- Developers & Real Estate Investors
- Developers & Real Estate Investors
- Architects & Designers (pre-construction budgeting)
- Estimating Departments at Construction Firms
- Owner-Builders needing third-party estimate validation
Our 3-Step Estimating Process for Residential Projects
Submit Your Residential Plans
Upload your architectural drawings, structural layouts, and finish schedules. Our estimators thoroughly review every detail of the home, including layout, materials, and unique design features.
Receive a Comprehensive Estimate
We deliver a detailed quantity takeoff for all scopes of work—framing, drywall, MEP, finishes, roofing, and more—formatted for easy integration into your bids and proposals.
Final Review and Adjustments
Once delivered, we review the estimate with you to address any changes, revisions, or clarifications. Our goal is to ensure your bid is accurate, competitive, and complete for submission.
Our Accuracy Guarantee
Precision You Can Trust
We back every residential estimate with our Accuracy Guarantee. Our expert estimators use the latest software, local pricing databases, and construction experience to deliver takeoffs you can count on.
We review every estimate multiple times to eliminate errors, omissions, or duplications. If something needs revision, we’ll update it promptly—free of charge—so your bids remain competitive and fully informed. With Service Squad Estimating, you get accurate numbers, on time, every time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What types of projects do you estimate?
We estimate residential, commercial, and industrial projects across all major trades—framing, drywall, paint, flooring, concrete, and full-scope construction. Whether you’re bidding on a small remodel or a multi-million-dollar build, we’ve got you covered.
How long does it take to receive an estimate?
Most estimates are delivered within 2–3 business days, depending on project size and complexity. Expedited options are available if you’re working with a tight deadline.
What formats will I receive my estimate in?
You’ll receive your estimate in an organized Excel file and/or PDF, including material quantities, labor hours, and a complete cost breakdown. We can also use your preferred template.
Do you use estimating software?
Yes. We use industry-standard software such as Planswift and Bluebeam, combined with contractor experience and regional pricing data to ensure every takeoff is accurate and bid-ready.
Can you work with projects in my area?
Absolutely. We provide region-specific estimates across the U.S. and Canada, factoring in local labor rates, building codes, and material costs.
Do you sign NDAs for confidential projects?
Yes. We’re happy to sign a non-disclosure agreement to protect your project details and client relationships.
What if I need revisions?
We offer free revisions within the original scope. If project details change significantly, we’ll provide an adjusted quote. Your satisfaction and accuracy are our top priorities.
