Structural steel estimating
Structural and miscellaneous steel takeoffs by piece and tonnage: beams, columns, joists, deck, stairs and railings.
Accurate numbers, ready for your bid
Steel is priced by weight and piece count, and missing connections or miscellaneous items can cost you. We take off structural and miscellaneous steel from the drawings and schedules.
You get tonnage by member type along with piece counts that support fabrication and erection pricing.
What's included
- Beams, columns and bracing
- Steel joists and joist girders
- Metal roof and floor deck
- Stairs, railings and ladders
- Embeds, lintels and miscellaneous metals
- Connection and erection allowances
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
Steel fabricators, erectors and general contractors.
Structural steel estimating questions
Do you provide tonnage?
Yes, total tonnage and a breakdown by member size and type.
Do you include miscellaneous metals?
Yes, stairs, railings, lintels and embeds are taken off separately from structural steel.
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.