Outsource Your Estimates to Submit 2x More Accurate Bids
A dedicated cost estimator gives you full-time estimating support without the overhead of hiring in-house staff. You get the expertise, accuracy, and responsiveness of an estimator working as part of your team, but with far more flexibility and lower costs. With Discounted Estimating, you get a full-time remote estimator who focuses only on your projects and helps you stay ahead of deadlines.
Discounted Estimating experts deliver accurate construction cost estimates, detailed quantity takeoffs, and bid-ready pricing for every type of project. Get fast, accurate estimates with a dedicated cost estimator handling takeoffs, pricing, value engineering, and change orders all within 24 hours to help you bid smarter and keep projects profitable.
What Your Dedicated Cost Estimator Will Do?
Your dedicated cost estimator handles takeoffs, cost estimates, and bid proposals, manages subcontractor comparisons, and provides support for pre-bid meetings, client calls, and early construction to ensure smooth, accurate project delivery.
Quantity Takeoffs
Our detailed quantity takeoff services provide precise measurements of materials, labor, and equipment. We ensure accurate material takeoffs for all trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and drywall.
Value Engineering
Through value engineering, we identify cost-saving alternatives without compromising on quality. We optimize project costs while maintaining high standards, contributing to project efficiency and client satisfaction.
Change Order Estimating
We offer fast revisions when project scope changes. Our estimators ensure that change orders are accurately priced, reflecting adjustments in labor, materials, and equipment.
Bid Preparation & Filing
Our estimators prepare bid-ready proposals that are ready for submission, streamlining the bidding process for general contractors and subcontractors. We help with bid filing to make sure your project moves smoothly from estimate to winning the job.
Construction Cost Estimates
We deliver comprehensive construction cost estimates offering a detailed breakdown of project pricing. Our estimates include labor, material and equipment costs to ensure transparency and help in budget management.
Subcontractor Bid Leveling
Your dedicated cost estimator compares and analyzes vendor quotes to ensure competitive pricing. We review subcontractor quotes, check their work scope, and compare costs to help you make better decisions and get competitive pricing.
Benefits of Hiring a Dedicated Cost Estimator
Your own full-time construction estimator, fully committed to your projects, helping you stay competitive, save time, and cut unnecessary costs.
- Transparent Pricing, No Hidden Fees
- Proactive Bid Management
- Save 60% vs Hiring In-House
- Increase Bid-Win Ratio
- 24 Hr Turnaround on Estimates
- Access to Specialized Trade Estimators
Deliverables You Will Receive
- Takeoff sheets
- Change Order Estimates
- Labor hours calculations
- Preconstruction Estimates
- Detailed Takeoff Excel sheets
- Equipment and Fixture Counts
- Bid summary with Inclusion and Exclusions
- Marked-up PDF plans with color-coded takeoffs
What Your Dedicated Cost Estimator Will Do?
Your dedicated cost estimator handles takeoffs, cost estimates, and bid proposals, manages subcontractor comparisons, and provides support for pre-bid meetings, client calls, and early construction to ensure smooth, accurate project delivery.
Quantity Takeoffs
Our detailed quantity takeoff services provide precise measurements of materials, labor, and equipment. We ensure accurate material takeoffs for all trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and drywall.
Value Engineering
Through value engineering, we identify cost-saving alternatives without compromising on quality. We optimize project costs while maintaining high standards, contributing to project efficiency and client satisfaction.
Change Order Estimating
We offer fast revisions when project scope changes. Our estimators ensure that change orders are accurately priced, reflecting adjustments in labor, materials, and equipment.
Bid Preparation & Filing
Our estimators prepare bid-ready proposals that are ready for submission, streamlining the bidding process for general contractors and subcontractors. We help with bid filing to make sure your project moves smoothly from estimate to winning the job.
Construction Cost Estimates
We deliver comprehensive construction cost estimates offering a detailed breakdown of project pricing. Our estimates include labor, material and equipment costs to ensure transparency and help in budget management.
Subcontractor Bid Leveling
Your dedicated cost estimator compares and analyzes vendor quotes to ensure competitive pricing. We review subcontractor quotes, check their work scope, and compare costs to help you make better decisions and get competitive pricing.
Trade Specific Construction Estimates
Every project has its own challenges, and that’s why our dedicated construction estimators specialize in different trades. Instead of a “one-size-fits-all” approach, we assign the right estimator for your scope. This helps contractors to get accurate, detailed numbers that reflect real labor, material, and equipment costs.
- sitework & Civil Works: Earthwork, Grading, Paving, Utilities
- concrete Estimating: foundations, Slabs, Formwork, Reinforcement
- masonry & Metals: Blockwork, Structural Steel, Rebar, Welding
- carpentry & Woodwork: framing, Millwork, Finish Carpentry
- thermal & Moisture Protection: insulation, Roofing, Waterproofing
- openings: doors, Windows, Glazing, Storefront Systems
- interior & Exterior Finishes: Drywall, Flooring, Ceilings, Paint, Coatings
- mechanical: Ductwork, Piping, Equipment, Controls
- Electrical Estimating: Wiring, panels, Lighting, Fire Alarms, Low-Voltage
- Plumbing & Fire Proofing: piping, Fixtures, Sprinkler Systems
- landscape & Site Improvements: Hardscape, Irrigation, Planting
Software We Use
- PlanSwift
- Bluebeam Revu
- AutoCAD
- RSMeans Data
- Revit
- Trimble Accubid
Clients We Help Win More Bids
Our dedicated takeoff estimators work with all clients across the construction industry. Whether you’re a general contractor, subcontractor, vendor, property manager, or even a real estate developer, we provide the estimating support you need to stay competitive, win bids, and deliver profitable projects.
Residential Construction
- Custom Homes
- Multi-Family Housing
- Townhouses & Subdivisions
- Apartments & Condominiums
Commercial Construction
- Office Buildings
- Retail Stores & Shopping Centers
- Restaurants & Hospitality Projects
- Schools, Universities & Healthcare Facilities
Industrial Construction
- Oil, Gas & Petrochemical Projects
- Warehouses & Distribution Centers
- Manufacturing Plants
- Power & Energy Facilities
Why Choose Discounted Estimating as Your Dedicated Cost Estimator?
Save More, Win More
We cut out the overhead of full-time staff while delivering the same quality of an in-house estimating department. That means lower costs for you and more profitable bids.
Nationwide Coverage
No matter where you’re bidding, our team supports contractors across all 50 states, using up-to-date local labor and material pricing.
All Trades, All Divisions Covered
From civil and concrete to mechanical, electrical, and finishes, our dedicated estimators handle trade-specific CSI takeoffs and cost breakdowns for every scope.
Consultation & Ongoing Support
We’re not just about numbers, we join pre-bid meetings, client calls, and procurement discussions, giving you expert backup throughout the project cycle.
Save Up to 50% on Estimating Costs with us
Ready to take your bidding process to the next level? Outsource your dedicated cost estimator today and get fast, accurate, trade-specific takeoffs, detailed construction cost estimates, and bid-ready proposals all without the overhead of in-house staff.
Upload your plans now and start winning more projects with confidence. Don’t wait, let Discounted Estimating help you save time, reduce errors, and maximize profits on every project.
Areas We Serve
We proudly provide dedicated cost estimating services across all 50 states in the USA, supporting contractors, builders, and subcontractors wherever your projects are located. Our estimators understand local codes, labor rates, and material pricing to keep your bids competitive in every region. We serve contractors nationwide, including:
How to Get Started with Your Dedicated Cost Estimator?
Send Us Your Plans
Upload your project drawings, specifications at plans.discountedestimating@gmail.com or bid documents. Our team carefully reviews all details to understand the scope for accurate estimating.
Quick Review & Quote
Within 5-10 minutes, we provide a free, transparent quote based on your project. You’ll know exactly what our dedicated cost estimator will deliver.
Approve & Make Payment
Once you’re satisfied with the quote, we send a secure invoice. Payment confirmation ensures your project moves into the estimating phase.
Receive Your Detailed Estimate
After payment clearance, our dedicated estimator prepares a complete, accurate construction cost estimate including takeoffs and bid-ready estimates.
Hear From our Happy Clients
James L.
“We hired Discounted Estimating for value engineering on a large retail project in Atlanta, Georgia, and they saved us thousands without compromising quality. Their team really knows how to keep costs competitive.”
Kelly R.
“The bid preparation services from Discounted Estimating are top-notch. Our subcontractor proposals in Denver, Colorado are now clear, professional, and win-ready. Couldn’t be happier.”
Anthony W.
“We needed fast change order estimating when project scope shifted on a hospital build in Chicago, Illinois. Discounted Estimating responded within 24 hours and kept us on schedule.”
Laura K.
“Discounted Estimating has been a game changer for our industrial estimating needs in Seattle, Washington. Their subcontractor bid leveling helped us compare vendor quotes fairly and choose the best deals.”
5/5 from 3269+ Reviews
FAQs
How Fast Can I Get an Estimate from A Dedicated Cost Estimator?
We deliver most construction cost estimates and quantity takeoffs within 24 to 48 hours, depending on project complexity.
Can I Outsource only Quantity Takeoffs without Full Cost Estimating?
Yes, you can choose stand-alone construction takeoff services if you only need accurate material and labor quantities.
Do You Offer Bid Strategies Consulting in Addition to Estimating?
Yes, your dedicated estimator can consult on bid strategy, value engineering, and pricing to strengthen your proposals.
How Secure Are My Drawings and Project Documents with Discounted Estimating?
All project files are transferred through secure systems, ensuring confidentiality and data protection.