Featured Estimates
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.
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
Streamlined. Accurate. Built for Contractors.
Upload Your Plans
Send us your project drawings in PDF, CAD, or any digital format. Whether it’s a single-family home, commercial space, or a multi-unit development, we accept architectural, structural, or design plans. Our team carefully reviews the scope and details to fully understand your project requirements. This allows us to assign the right estimators for the job based on the complexity and trades involved. We also offer NDA agreements if confidentiality is required. Clear plans help us ensure a fast and highly accurate estimate that reflects your real construction costs from the start.
Receive a Detailed Estimate
Once your plans are reviewed, our team of trade-specific estimators begins the takeoff process. Every square foot, linear foot, and material count is captured using advanced software and contractor-level insight. We build your estimate with detailed breakdowns of labor, materials, and waste factors for each trade. Whether it’s paint, drywall, concrete, or flooring, your estimate is tailored to the region, scope, and finish level required. We format the results in a professional Excel sheet or PDF, so you can plug the numbers directly into your bid or budget with total confidence.
Review and Win More Bids
After receiving your estimate, you’ll have the opportunity to review and ask questions. We’re happy to clarify quantities, material selections, or labor rates. If needed, we also provide revisions, value engineering options, or scope adjustments to meet your target budget. Our goal is to help you submit more competitive, accurate bids that win jobs and grow your business. Many of our clients see a significant increase in their win rate by focusing on faster turnaround times and precise takeoffs—without sacrificing time on job sites or managing multiple subs.
Our Accuracy Guarantee
At Service Squad Estimating, we stand behind the precision and reliability of our estimates. Our Accuracy Guarantee ensures that every takeoff and cost breakdown you receive is thoroughly reviewed by trade-specific professionals using industry-standard software and real-time market pricing.
We understand that one small error can cost thousands on a job. That’s why we triple-check our work and stay current with regional labor rates, material fluctuations, and code requirements. If you find any inconsistencies or need clarifications, we’ll revise your estimate promptly—at no extra charge.
Why Choose Us ?
With over 10 years of combined experience in the construction estimating field, we bring expert knowledge and industry best practices to every project we handle. Our team has worked with a wide variety of construction sectors, including residential, commercial, and industrial projects, ensuring that we have the expertise to meet your specific needs.
We specialize in:
Accurate Cost Estimation: We provide detailed cost breakdowns for all aspects of your construction project, from materials to labor costs, so you can plan and budget effectively.
Comprehensive Quantity Takeoffs: Our detailed quantity takeoffs ensure that you know exactly how much material and labor you’ll need for each phase of the project, helping to prevent overruns and delays.
Competitive Project Bidding: We offer expert guidance in preparing accurate bids that help you stay competitive in the marketplace while ensuring profitability.
Project Budgeting and Cost Control: We help you track and control project expenses with our budgeting services, ensuring you stay within financial constraints and deliver projects successfully.
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.
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