Specialty Estimating
Fire protection, low-voltage/data, solar, landscaping and other specialty scopes estimated by trade-specific estimators, not generalists.
What's Included
- Fire protection: sprinkler heads, piping & standpipe systems
- Low-voltage, data/telecom cabling & structured cabling systems
- Solar & renewable energy system takeoff and pricing
- Landscaping, irrigation & hardscape quantities
- Other specialty scopes on request — ask what we cover
What You'll Receive
Every estimate includes these five deliverables, organized and ready for bid day.
Proposal Package
Complete proposal including Scope of Work, Exclusions, and Terms & Conditions.
📄 Includes SOW & T&CBill of Material
Detailed material quantities and specifications for procurement.
📦 Quantities & SpecsCost Summary
Clear breakdown of all costs including labor, materials, and equipment.
💰 Labor & MaterialsMarkup Plans
Digitally marked-up plan sets showing all takeoff quantities.
📐 Digital TakeoffRevisions & Addendums
Tracking and incorporation of all design changes and addendums.
🔄 Change TrackingHow We Estimate Specialty Estimating
Send Plans & Bid Date
Upload drawings and specs through our form, email, or WhatsApp along with your bid due date.
Scope Confirmation
An estimator reviews the set and confirms trade scope, exclusions, and turnaround before starting.
Takeoff & Pricing
Quantities are taken off division by division and priced against current material and labor costs.
Delivery & Review
You receive an itemized estimate ready for bid day, with a call available to walk through it.
Common Questions
What specialty trades do you cover?
Fire protection, low-voltage/data, solar and landscaping are our most requested; if your trade isn't listed, ask — we frequently take on new specialty scopes.
Do you have trade-specific estimators?
Yes — we assign estimators with direct experience in the specialty trade you're bidding. No generalists guessing on fire sprinkler layouts or solar racking.
Can you estimate a scope I don't see listed?
Absolutely. Send us your plans and we'll let you know within 24 hours if we can cover it. We're always adding new specialty capabilities.
Other Services You May Need
Electrical Estimating
Panel schedules, conduit, wire, fixtures & devices, itemized by CSI division.
View ServiceMechanical Estimating
HVAC equipment, ductwork, piping, insulation & controls take-off and pricing.
View ServiceQuantity Takeoff
Digital take-off from plans with material quantities broken out by division.
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