Residential Construction
Estimating Services
Detailed cost estimates for new homes, remodels, and additions.
An accurate estimate is the foundation of every residential project. It sets your bid price, protects your profit margin, and helps you avoid budget overruns once construction starts. A single missed item can turn a profit into a loss.
Estimexa prepares residential construction estimates for builders, remodelers and contractors across the USA. We measure every quantity on your plans, price materials and labor for each trade, and deliver an estimate you can use to bid, budget or present.
How Residential Estimating Works
- Send your plans. PDFs, CAD files, scans, hand sketches, or any format. Tell us the scope: a full house, a remodel or a single trade.
- We review the scope. If anything on the plans is unclear, we ask before we start.
- Takeoff and pricing. We measure quantities and price them using current US material and labor costs.
- Delivery. Your estimate is reviewed and delivered within 24 hours.
What Your Estimate Includes
- Material quantities for each trade, measured from your drawings
- Material and labor costs, listed separately
- A trade-by-trade breakdown organized by CSI division
- A summary page showing the total project cost
- Notes on any assumptions or items not shown on the plans
Residential Projects We Estimate
- New custom homes: single-family builds of any size, from starter homes to luxury residences
- Multi-family housing: duplexes, townhomes and small apartment buildings
- Remodels and renovations: whole-house renovations, kitchens, bathrooms and basement finishes
- Additions: room additions, second stories, and garages
See What You’ll Receive
Before you send your plans, you can review a sample residential estimate to see the format, the level of detail and how costs are broken down.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a residential estimate take?
Most residential estimates are delivered within 24 hours of receiving complete plans. Very large or complex projects may take a little longer, and we’ll tell you upfront if that’s the case.
How much does a residential construction estimate cost?
It depends on the size and type of project and the number of trades included. Send your plans for a free quote. You pay per project, with no contract or subscription.
Can you estimate just one trade?
Yes. Whether it’s framing, roofing, drywall, or a full home, we can estimate a single trade or the entire project.
What if my plans change after I get the estimate?
Send us the updates. Revisions are free.