Concrete estimating services
Concrete takeoffs and estimates: footings, slabs, walls, elevated decks, formwork and rebar tonnage. Delivered in Excel, referenced to drawings.
Accurate numbers, ready for your bid
Concrete is often one of the largest cost items on a project. We take off every cubic yard, square foot of formwork and pound of rebar so your concrete bid is complete and accurate.
From residential foundations to multi-story structures, each quantity is referenced back to the drawing it came from.
What's included
- Footings, grade beams and pile caps
- Foundation and retaining walls
- Slabs on grade and elevated decks
- Formwork contact area
- Rebar and mesh tonnage
- Finishing, curing, embeds and accessories
What you receive
- Excel estimate with quantities, unit costs and totals by CSI division
- Marked-up drawings showing where every quantity came from
- Scope notes listing inclusions, exclusions and assumptions
- Revisions if addenda or revised drawings are issued before your bid date
Who it's for
Concrete subcontractors, foundation contractors and general contractors.
Concrete estimating questions
Do you include rebar?
Yes. We calculate rebar by size and weight from the structural drawings and schedules.
Do you separate materials and labor?
Yes. Concrete, rebar, formwork and finishing are priced separately so you can adjust any part.
How much does it cost?
Every project is priced individually based on size and scope. Send your plans for a free review and we will reply with a fixed price and delivery date.
How do I send my plans?
Email them to support@buildbetterestimates.com, share a Dropbox or Google Drive link, or send them on WhatsApp.
Ready to bid with confidence?
Send your plans today for a free review and a fixed quote.