PROJECT SIZE DEFINITIONS (SF GUIDELINES)
To help clients select the correct package, project sizes are generally defined by approximate square footage (SF).
Commercial square footage is based on ceiling SF per floor
(Not gross building footprint. Multi-story buildings are calculated per level.)
Multifamily projects are self-explanatory and follow industry norms.
These ranges are guidelines only. Final pricing is always confirmed after plan review.
RESIDENTIAL PROJECT SIZE GUIDE
Single-Family Residential
| Size | Approx. SF |
|---|---|
| Small | Up to 2,500 SF |
| Medium | 2,500 – 4,000 SF |
| Large | 4,000 – 6,000 SF |
| Huge | 6,000 – 10,000 SF |
| Ginormous | 10,000+ SF |
Multifamily / Large Residential
| Size | Typical Description |
|---|---|
| Small | Duplex / Triplex |
| Medium | 4–10 units |
| Large | 10–30 units |
| Huge | 30–75 units |
| Ginormous | 75+ units |
COMMERCIAL PROJECT SIZE GUIDE
(Based on ceiling SF per floor)
| Project Size | Approx. SF (Per Floor) |
|---|---|
| Small | Up to 5,000 SF |
| Medium | 5,000 – 15,000 SF |
| Large | 15,000 – 30,000 SF |
| Huge | 30,000 – 75,000 SF |
| Ginormous | 75,000+ SF |
Examples:
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A 3-story building with 20,000 SF per floor = Large
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A warehouse with 90,000 SF single floor = Ginormous
OUR STANDARD ESTIMATING PROCESS
(Included in Every Package)
All estimating services follow our standardized, professional workflow to ensure consistency, accuracy, and bid-ready deliverables.
1. Client Setup & Pricing Configuration
We create a dedicated client account including company logo, contact details, labor rates (union or open shop), and either client-specific vendor pricing or our standardized pricing database.
2. Plan & Specification Survey
Complete review of drawings and specifications to confirm scope, labor assumptions, bid requirements, alternates, and project conditions.
3. Plan Markups
Clear, color-coded plan markups showing measured quantities aligned with plans and specifications.
4. Trade-Specific Takeoff Reports
Organized takeoff summaries by plan name and trade to ensure transparency, auditability, and scope clarity.
5. Bid-Ready Deliverables
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Excel takeoff spreadsheets
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Professional bid proposal including:
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Prepared for / Prepared by
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Company branding & logo
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Inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications
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Ready for direct submission to the RFP contact
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Each package below includes this workflow with varying levels of revisions, coordination, and support.
GENERAL CONTRACTOR (GC) COMPLETE PLAN TAKEOFF PACKAGES
5️⃣ GC STARTER – COMPLETE PLAN TAKEOFF
“Trade-Separated Quantities You Can Trust.”
Pricing (Commercial)
| Project Size | Price |
|---|---|
| Small | $840 |
| Medium | $1,400 |
| Large | $2,240 |
| Huge | $4,200 |
| Ginormous | $7,000 |
Residential
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Single-family: $840
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Multifamily / large residential: $1,400+
Success Fee: $1,000 Per Awarded Projects Only
GENERAL CONTRACTOR (GC) COMPLETE PLAN TAKEOFF PACKAGES – COMPARISON CHART
| Feature | GC Starter | GC Professional | GC Partner (Monthly) | GC Win-Assist Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Target User | GC needing clean trade-separated takeoffs | GC submitting bid-ready estimates | GC needing ongoing preconstruction support | GC pursuing high-value, high-risk bids |
| Standard Estimating Workflow | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| All-Trades Takeoff | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Trade-Separated Plan Markups & Reports | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Client-specific Labor & Vendor Pricing | ❌ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Plan/Spec Coordination & Revisions | 1 revision | Up to 3 revisions | Priority, ongoing | Priority + Advanced scope gap analysis |
| Bid-day Support / Sub Scope Notes | ❌ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ + negotiation prep |
| Budget & Conceptual Estimates | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Value Engineering & Alternate Pricing | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ included |
| Risk & Clarification Strategy | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ included |
| Strategic Support Fee | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | $1,000–$3,000 (based on project size) |
| Success Fee | ❌ | $1,500 | $2,000 | $3,000 |
In essence:
GC Starter: Clean, trade-separated takeoffs; perfect for single projects with minimal overhead.
GC Professional: Adds bid-ready deliverables, trade scope notes, allowance checks, and bid leveling; suitable for frequent bidding.
GC Partner: Ongoing monthly GC preconstruction support with conceptual budgeting, priority turnaround, and multiple pricing profiles.
GC Win-Assist Premium: Full strategic plan takeoff including value engineering, alternate bid scenarios, risk analysis, and post-bid negotiation support; aimed at high-value or complex GC projects.
