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Land Mark Estimations

Construction Estimating FAQs

Below are answers to the questions we hear most from general contractors, subcontractors, and developers about construction estimating services. If you don't see your question answered here, contact our team directly for a fast response.

General Estimating Questions

What does a construction estimating company do?

A construction estimating company prepares detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates from project plans, helping contractors bid accurately and win more projects without hiring an in-house estimating team.

Pricing depends on project size, scope, and trade — contact our team for a quote specific to your project.

Most estimates, across all trades and project types, are delivered within 24–48 hours of receiving your plans.

We typically need project plans and specifications; some trades also require civil surveys, finish schedules, or equipment schedules depending on scope.

Yes, we provide construction estimating services to contractors across the United States, including Texas, Florida, California, New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, New Jersey, Georgia, and Illinois.

We use industry-standard software including PlanSwift, Bluebeam, Trimble, Accubid, RS Means, Cost Works, and Quest Estimating.

Our estimates achieve a 99% bid-hit ratio, based on historical contractor bid data.

Public Bid Estimating FAQs

What is public bid estimating?

Public bid estimating is the process of preparing detailed, compliant cost estimates for government, municipal, and public infrastructure projects, following the specific bid forms and pricing rules set by the awarding agency.

Yes, our estimators factor in prevailing wage rates and DBE, MBE, and WBE participation goals when preparing public bid estimates.

Yes, we regularly support contractors submitting estimates for UFC and TIPS Job Order Contracting programs.

Commercial Estimating FAQs

What's included in a commercial construction estimate?

A full quantity takeoff, trade-by-trade cost breakdown, material and labor pricing, and a markup schedule tailored to your project scope.

Yes, we regularly estimate tenant improvement and commercial buildout projects.

Yes, our team supports both traditional bid-build and design-build commercial delivery.

Residential Estimating FAQs

Do you estimate remodels and additions, not just new builds?

Yes, we estimate remodels, additions, and new construction alike.

We work with both custom home builders and production builders, as well as developers and remodeling contractors.

Trade-Specific Estimating FAQs

Do you estimate multiple trades on the same project?

Yes — we provide estimating across every major trade, including demolition, earthwork, drywall, framing, flooring, concrete, masonry, roofing, painting, structural steel, landscaping, MEP, interior finishes, insulation, finish carpentry, and furnishing.

Yes, we can provide MEP estimates as a combined package or broken out separately by trade.

Yes, when specified in your plans.

Yes, based on zip-code-specific data for your project location.

Why Choose Land Mark?

Our competitive advantage is built on four pillars of professional reliability.

Fastest Turnaround

Bid deadlines wait for no one. We deliver complete estimates within 24-48 hours without compromising on quality.

Affordable Pricings

Our flat-rate pricing ensures you know your overhead before the project even starts. No hidden fees.

Certified Estimators

Our team holds certifications from ASPE and NIBS, bringing academic rigor to every project takeoff.

99% Bid-Hits Ratios

Our historical data shows that clients using our estimates win 99% of the projects they bid on competitively.

Looking For a 100% Quality And Affordable Estimator For Your Project?

Get in touch with our team of skilled professionals and start winning more bids today.