Construction Estimating & Quantity Takeoff Services — All Trades, All 50 States
Accurate Estimates.
Winning Bids.
Union Estimating delivers professional construction cost estimates and quantity takeoffs for every trade — drywall, electrical, framing, concrete, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, masonry, and more. Serving GCs, subcontractors, and developers nationwide with 48–72 hour turnaround.
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What We Do
Precision Estimating.
Every Trade.
From drywall takeoffs and electrical estimating to concrete, framing, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and masonry — Union Estimating delivers certified, bid-ready estimates for GCs, subcontractors, developers, and federal agencies across all 50 states.
Cost Estimating
Trade-by-trade cost breakdowns for bids, budgets, and feasibility studies.
Quantity Takeoffs
Precise material quantities across all CSI divisions.
Bid Support
End-to-end bid prep, subcontractor pricing, and competitive analysis.
Federal Projects
IGEs and engineer estimates in full FAR compliance.
Who We Are
The Estimating
Firm That Delivers.
Union Estimating is a nationwide construction cost estimating and consulting firm serving General Contractors, Subcontractors, Developers, Architects, Engineers, Owners, Construction Managers, Government Agencies, Municipalities, and Federal Contractors.
We provide Construction Estimating, Quantity Takeoffs, Bid Management, Cost Consulting, Value Engineering, Preconstruction Services, DOB Reports, Independent Government Estimates, and more — all under one roof. Pricing for contractors is sourced from our proprietary database and live supplier and vendor quotes. RSMeans is used exclusively for government and DOB projects.
Our estimates are accurate, defensible, and delivered fast. Every number we put on paper is verified, documented, and ready to win.
48–72 Hour Turnaround
Standard delivery for most projects. Rush 24-hour options available. We meet your bid deadline or we tell you upfront.
Live Vendor Pricing
Contractor bids use our proprietary database built from real project history and current supplier quotes — not generic national averages.
All Trades, All CSI Divisions
Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, concrete, framing, roofing, masonry, sitework, painting, flooring, millwork, and more.
Certified Estimators
Our team includes ASPE-certified and experienced construction cost professionals with backgrounds in GC, sub, and owner-side estimating.
Fixed-Fee Quotes
You get a firm fee before we start — no hourly billing surprises. Scope, price, and turnaround confirmed upfront.
Nationwide Coverage
We serve GCs, subcontractors, developers, architects, engineers, owners, and government agencies across all 50 states.
What We Do
Featured Services
Construction Cost Estimating
Detailed line-item cost estimates for commercial, residential, industrial, and government projects — all trades, all CSI divisions. Delivered in 48–72 hours.
Learn MoreQuantity Takeoffs
Precise material quantity takeoffs from your plans — drywall, concrete, framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and more. Digital and manual takeoff methods.
Learn MoreBid Management
Full bid package preparation, scope review, subcontractor leveling, and bid submission support — so you submit competitive, complete bids every time.
Learn MoreGovernment & Federal Estimating
Independent Government Estimates (IGEs), FAR-compliant federal bid support, and public infrastructure cost analysis for agencies, municipalities, and federal contractors.
Learn MoreCost Reports
Certified construction cost reports for lenders, DOB permit filings, insurance replacement cost analyses, and feasibility studies — accepted by banks, city agencies, and insurers.
Learn MoreSubcontractor Estimating
Trade-specific estimates for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, concrete, framing, roofing, masonry, painting, flooring, sitework, and more — priced from live vendor quotes.
Learn MoreExplore Union Estimating
See Real Estimate Samples
Actual deliverables from past projects — drywall, electrical, concrete & more.
Browse SamplesOur Story & Track Record
How we built a nationwide estimating firm from the ground up.
Read Our StoryConstruction Estimating Blog
Trade guides, cost breakdowns, and bidding strategy for contractors.
Read the BlogOur Process
How Our Process Works
Submit Your Plans
Upload your drawings, specs, and bid documents through our secure portal. Any format accepted — PDF, CAD, Revit, or paper scans.
Scope Confirmation
We review your documents and confirm the scope, trade coverage, and turnaround time before starting. No surprises.
Estimate & Takeoff
Our estimators perform a detailed quantity takeoff and price each line item using live vendor quotes and our project-history database.
Delivery & Support
You receive a formatted Excel estimate with annotated markups. We answer scope questions and provide revision support after delivery.
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What Our Clients Say
Rafael Alvarez
MGM Contractors
"We hired Union Estimating a few years ago and it's been our go to company ever since, very professional and easy to work with they go above and beyond to make sure everything it's done the right way, always delivering a great estimate on a timely matter. I have nothing but great things to say about them — I highly recommend them!"
Daryl F. Scherer
President, DTS Electric Inc
"Dan and his Team are a top shelf estimating powerhouse. Their attention to detail during and after the bid/take off process is unmatched. Our bid hit rate to date is approx. 22%. If you're looking for a change or starting up, I would highly suggest Dan and his Team."
Derwin Cain
"Union Estimating is awesome. I trusted them with multiple projects and they delivered on time every time. Takeoff was extremely detailed and didn't miss a thing. One of the best investments I've made."
Mario Gutiérrez
General Contractor, Central Valley CA
"Bilal and his team at Union Estimating have delivered every estimate on time and within budget. Every Walmart remodel estimate we have requested has been delivered. Communication is key — email, text, calls — all responded within appropriate time frames. Money well spent."
Houdes Ferreira
"Very helpful, professional and on time with all my estimates."
Fred Woodley
"Union Estimating has provided detailed affordable takeoffs for projects for us for nearly 5 years now."
James Thornton
Thornton Construction Group
"Switched to Union Estimating after struggling with in-house estimates. The accuracy and turnaround time are night and day. Our project managers now bid with confidence."
Sandra Reyes
SR Commercial Builders
"Outstanding service from start to finish. They handled a complex multi-trade estimate for a hospital renovation and nailed every division. Will absolutely use them again."
Kevin Okafor
"Fast, accurate, and professional. Union Estimating turned around a full electrical and mechanical takeoff in under 48 hours. Exactly what we needed to hit our bid deadline."
Patricia Nguyen
Nguyen & Associates GC
"We've used Union Estimating on over a dozen projects now. Consistent quality every time. Their estimates hold up in the field — no surprises, no gaps."
Trades We Estimate
Every Trade. Every Division.
Whether you need a drywall takeoff, electrical estimate, concrete bid, or a full multi-trade package — we cover every CSI division with the same precision and speed.
Nationwide Coverage
Serving Contractors Across the USA & Canada
Why Union Estimating
The Estimating Firm
Contractors Trust.
Union Estimating is a nationwide construction cost estimating firm serving General Contractors, Subcontractors, Developers, Architects, Engineers, Owners, Government Agencies, and Federal Contractors. Contractor bids are priced from live vendor quotes and our proprietary project-history database. Government and DOB cost reports use RSMeans — the industry standard for defensible third-party cost analysis. 48–72 hour turnaround, all trades, all 50 states.
Certified Estimators
Every estimate is prepared by experienced, trade-certified estimators — not offshore labor or automated software. Our team has deep knowledge across all CSI divisions and project types.
RSMeans & Live Pricing
Contractor bids use our proprietary live-supplier pricing database. Government and DOB cost reports use RSMeans cost data — the industry standard for defensible, third-party cost analysis.
48–72 Hour Turnaround
Standard delivery is 48 to 72 hours for most projects. Rush delivery is available for urgent bid deadlines. We work around your schedule — not the other way around.
Every Trade, One Firm
Drywall, electrical, concrete, framing, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, masonry, sitework, painting, flooring, and more — all CSI divisions covered by a single estimating team.
Federal & Government Ready
We prepare Independent Government Estimates (IGEs), engineer estimates, and FAR-compliant bid support for federal agencies, municipalities, and government contractors.
4.9-Star Rated
Union Estimating holds a 4.9-star Google rating across verified client reviews. Our estimates are accurate, defensible, and delivered on time — every time.
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