INSULATION ESTIMATING SERVICES
We always strive to provide quality services to our clients so that they reach the exact figures in terms of their cost estimates and bid with confidence.
We quantify all types of insulation including loose-fill, rolls, batts, spray board, foam board, liquid foam, cellulose, radiant barriers, vapor barriers, and many more.
Our Deliverables Generally Include:
- Digital takeoff file
- Material lists
- Material & labor costs
- Color-coded marked up plans
- Takeoff summary containing labor hours, total material and labor costs, rentals, equipment, taxes, overheads, profit percentage, etc.
- Complete bid review with inclusion & exclusion sheet
Insulation Estimating Deliverables are:
OUR CLIENTS
- General Contractors
- Insulation Contractors
- Mechanical Piping Contractors
- Fireproofing Contractors
- Acoustical Contractors
- HVAC Contractors
- Pipeline Contractors
- Weatherproofing Contractors
- Roofing Contractors
- EPC Contractors
- Insulation Vendors
- Architects
- Installers
- Distributors
Our Services:
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL BUILDING INSULATION ESTIMATING
Whether you are involved in the installation of insulation in a new building or replacement of an old insulation barrier, we provide estimating solutions to homebuilders, owners, and contractors for commercial and residential new construction and retrofit projects.
We carefully determine the exact amount of cellulose, loosefill, foam board insulation, batts, duct wrap, and all other types of insulations used for thermal/moisture protection, soundproofing, waterproofing of domestic and commercial buildings. Our insulation estimators are well aware of the insulation requirements for various applications like crawl spaces, basement ceilings, metal buildings, spas, hot tubs, and others.
We quantify the following types:
- Blanket & Batt Insulation
- Foam Board Insulation
- Liquid Foam
- Loose-Fill & Blown-in Insulation
- Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)
- Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)
- Radiant Barriers & Reflective Insulation
- Rigid Fiberboard Insulation
- Sprayed Foam & Foamed-in-place
INDUSTRIAL & PIPING ESTIMATING
Our expert insulation estimators have been helping industrial insulation contractors, manufacturers, and engineers with quick and accurate estimating solutions for industrial piping and ductwork insulations
We pride ourselves in being knowledgeable and efficient in bringing the right insulation quantities and costs associated with them for industrial plumbing, mechanical and HVAC systems. With the proper project quantity takeoff, our clients not only get more jobs but also procure the right amount of material and labor to get their job done.
We cover a wide range of industrial systems with all types of insulation material choices like mineral wool, fiberglass, polyisocyanurate foam, calcium silicate, Techlite foam, foam glass, polyethylene, and many more.
MECHANICAL INSULATION ESTIMATION
If you are a busy mechanical insulation contractor, striving to keep up with the long working hours and meeting the schedules of mechanical and plumbing contractors. Not just that, you are also struggling with outdated specifications, incomplete drawing plans, and bid documents.
We can offer assistance by providing mechanical insulation estimating services for mechanical, HVAC duct, HVAC piping, industrial duct, industrial piping, plumbing, equipment, and fire-stopping along with the preparation of complete bidding proposals and a review of bid documents.
For mechanical and piping insulations, we quantify the following systems or materials, but are not limited to:
- Pipe insulation
- Cold storage insulation
- Ductwork insulation
- Equipment insulation systems
- Removable insulation systems
- Tank insulation systems
- Plumbing Pipe
- Central Utility Plants
- Cooling Towers
- Kitchen Exhaust
- Generator Exhaust
- Process Pipe
- Refrigeration Pipe
- Equipment & Tanks
- Petrochemical Pipe
- Tank Farms
- Fireproofing
- Firestopping
- Weatherproofing
- Waterproofing
THERMAL INSULATION ESTIMATING
Being a reliable and professional estimating partner for thermal insulation contractors, we provide the highly accurate cost estimate and exact batts of insulation to avoid reordering issues and cut down on profit.
Our insulation estimators ensure that while installing you have the right amount of insulation in hands by digitally measuring walls and ceiling dimensions. We completely assist our clients through the lifecycle of the project rendering consultation on insulation costs through bid preparation to procurement, project management to close-out.
We provide estimating solutions for all the thermal insulation materials. Few are listed under:
- Fiber Insulation
- Plastic Insulation
- Masonry Insulation Systems
- Extruded Polystyrene
- Enclosed Cavity Foamed Insulation
- Thermal / Ignition Barriers
- Cellulose Insulation
- Cladding Attachment & Continuous Insulation
- Radiant Barrier Insulation
- Roof Insulation
- Deck Insulation
- Nail base Insulation
- Exposed Spray-Applied Insulation
- Exterior Insulation & Finish Systems
- EIFS Specialties
- Weather-Resistive Barriers
FIREPROOFING & FIRE STOPPING ESTIMATING
As fireproofing contractors are involved in fire protection and safety measures therefore the entire process requires high accuracy and attention to detail which starts with the precise quantity takeoff.
With a profound understanding of fireproofing and fire stopping processes, our insulation estimators carefully review the plans to calculate the sprinkler heads, smoke detectors, etc and identify different insulation material types and fire ratings required for the unique conditions and unusual shapes.
We provide complete fireproofing consultancy services including estimation and preparation of bidding proposals. Our takeoffs contain each line item detailed description by building codes, insulation type, UL design, fire ratings, and thickness, and color-coded plans which makes it easy to understand.
We totally understand which type of insulation is required for fireproofing particular components.
Components that we quantify for fireproofing:
- Steel, Beams & Column
- Pipes, Pipelines & Pipe Joints
- Floor, Walls, Roofs, Ceilings
- Vessels, Tanks, Piping & Supports
- Flanges / Valves, Ducts, Metal Stud Framing
- Cable Trays, Control Panels, Actuators
- LPG Containers
DAMP PROOFING & WATERPROOFING ESTIMATING
Our expert insulation estimators specialize in offering estimating services to the waterproofing contractors in the selection of right insulating materials and the relative material and labor costs associated with installation. Based on the requirements of the clients, we produce comprehensive estimating reports measuring all the details like control joints, concrete walls, roofs, ceilings, attics, foundations, decks, wires, electric trays, ventilation pipes, beams, and columns, etc.
We quantify all types of waterproofing materials including:
- Hydrophilic Systems Of Waterproofing
- Hydrophobic Systems Of Waterproofing
- Bituminous Waterproofing
- Dampproofing
- Positive-Side Waterproofing
- Negative-Side Waterproofing
- Mechanical Seal
- Topical Sealers
- Penetrating Sealants
ROOF ESTIMATING SERVICES
Many roofing contractors rely on our professional estimators for quality services delivered to them within fast turnaround times. We provide assistance with cost estimates and detailed shop drawing to ease on-site roofing installation.
While understanding the unique requirements of commercial and residential roofing conditions, we carefully measure tapered insulation, metal roofing, fasteners, etc to produce the accurate roofing bids.
To get our clients ahead of their competition, we prepare a detailed and accurate estimate with a thorough scope of work to avoid unnecessary surprises. We render complete estimating reports including materials, labor, demolition costs, permits, logistics, overheads, profit margins, etc.
We prepare estimates for all types of roof insulation and quantify the following materials:
- Steep Slope Roofing
- Shingles
- Asphalt Shingles
- Metal Shingles
- Slate Shingles
- Wood Shingles & Shakes
- Concrete & Clay Roof Tiles
- Metal Tiles
- Natural Roof Coverings
- Roofing & Siding Panels
- Cladding Attachment Systems
- Metal Roof & Wall Panels
- Plastic-surfaced Wall Panels
- & Composite-Surfaced Panels
- Fabricated Wall Panel Assemblies
- Fiber-Reinforced Cement Siding
- Metal Siding
- Vinyl Siding
- Wood Siding & Shingles
- Rainscreens
- Membrane Roofing
- Built-up Bituminous Roofing
- Modified Bituminous Membrane Roofing
- Single-ply Plastic Membrane Roofing
- Fluid-Applied Roofing
- Coated Foamed Roofing
- Sheet Metal Roofing
- Metal Flashings, Copings & Fascias
- Flexible Flashing
- Flashings, Copings & Fascias
- Gutters & Downspouts
- Roof Expansion Joints
- Roof Drains
- Roof Curbs
- Roof & Ridge Vents
- Roof & Attic Fans
- Roof Hatches, Smoke & Relief Vents
- Roof Walkways
- Pipe and Penetration Flashing Systems
- Roof Pipe Support Systems
- Roof Fall Protection
- Rooftop Grease Containment Systems
- Snow Guards
- Roof Snow Melting
- Roof Pavers
Buildit Estimating Strategy for Mechanical Insulation Estimating Services.
Our estimators at Buildit Estimating are prepared to handle even the most complicated projects. They are fully aware of the uniqueness of each project in terms of timelines, location, manufacturers, and crew size. Our estimating process begins with a comprehensive assessment of drawing plans, specifications, and bid papers to define the scope of work. Later, utilizing the finest insulation software, such as Planswift, FastWRAP, and others, a digital takeoff quantifies all of the materials and output to EXCEL spreadsheets. The insulating layers, jacketing, adhesives, paints, and other materials are precisely measured to determine the material and labor costs.
