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Estimating ConstructionAcross All Trades

Detailed cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, and estimating support across all CSI divisions for general contractors, subcontractors, developers, architects, and owners nationwide.

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WHY TEAMS WORK WITH ECUSA

Estimating Support That Fits Your Workflow

ECUSA works alongside existing estimating teams on individual trades, multiple divisions, and complete project estimates. When bid volume increases or deadlines overlap, we provide additional estimating support without requiring you to add permanent staff.

Project Based Support

Use ECUSA for a single estimate, a specific trade, multiple divisions, or ongoing estimating needs.

Built Around the Bid

We work from your drawings, specifications, scope requirements, and bid schedule.

Support When You Need It

Add estimating capacity during busy bid periods, overlapping deadlines, or when your internal team needs additional help.

Estimating Services

01

Complete GC Estimates

Full estimates organized by CSI division, from sitework through finishes and MEP.

02

Trade Specific Estimates

Detailed estimates for concrete, masonry, metals, drywall, roofing, and other individual scopes.

03

Quantity Takeoffs

Measured quantities from your drawings, organized for review and pricing.

04

Bid Leveling and Scope Review

Side by side subcontractor comparisons to identify gaps, exclusions, and scope differences.

05

Owner and Developer Cost Estimates

Independent cost estimates for owners and developers throughout the design process.

How It Works

01

Send your plans

Upload drawings, specifications, and your bid due date.

02

Scope review

We review the project requirements and confirm trades, scope, inclusions, exclusions, and deliverables.

03

Estimate and takeoff

Our estimators complete the quantity takeoffs and pricing for the agreed scope.

04

Delivery and bid support

Receive your completed estimate and takeoff package, with follow up support as needed.

SAMPLE DELIVERABLE

See Our Work

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ESTIMATE SUMMARY
03 Concrete
04 Masonry
05 Metals
09 Finishes
26 Electrical
TOTAL
CONCRETE TAKEOFF
ITEMQTYUNIT Footings430CY Slab on grade4,500SF Grade beams280LF Piers12EA
Sample page from an ECUSA estimate, with project details marked confidential
Sample Estimating Package
TAKEOFFS
ESTIMATE SUMMARIES
TRADE BREAKDOWNS
Sample budget narrative (proposal) page from an ECUSA estimate, with client details withheld

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is your turnaround?

Turnaround depends on project scope, complexity, and level of detail. Standard projects are typically completed within 5 to 7 business days, while more complex projects generally require 7 to 10 business days.

What file formats do you accept?

We accept plans and specifications in PDF format. Project files may also be shared through Dropbox or another file sharing link.

Which trades do you cover?

We provide estimating support across all CSI divisions, covering complete GC estimates as well as individual trade scopes.

How is pricing determined?

Pricing is based on project scope, complexity, number of trades, level of detail, and turnaround requirements. Each project is reviewed individually and quoted accordingly.

Where do you provide construction estimating services?

Estimating Construction USA is a Florida-based construction estimating company providing estimating services nationwide across the USA. We support commercial and residential projects for general contractors, subcontractors, developers, architects, owners, and construction consultants, from early preconstruction budgets through bid day.

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Have a ProjectComing Up?

Send us your plans, specifications, and bid date. We’ll review the project and determine the estimating support needed for your scope and schedule.