ABOUT ICON ESTIMATING

Icon Estimating delivers Construction Estimating Services built for speed, accuracy, and success. No delays. No surprises. These are estimates that power your project from blueprint to building.

Construction Estimating Services – Accurate, Fast & USA-Wide Solutions

Looking for reliable and accurate construction estimating services in the USA? At Icon Estimating, we deliver fast turnaround, precise construction takeoff services, and cost estimates tailored for contractors, developers, and construction firms nationwide. Whether you’re planning a residential build or a complex commercial project, we simplify your pre-construction phase — with accuracy you can count on. 

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About Us

Icon Estimating is a trusted name in the US construction industry for delivering construction takeoff services, detailed cost estimating, and outsourced estimating support. Our estimators utilize industry-leading software, such as PlanSwift and Bluebeam, to prepare reliable material and labor takeoffs — delivered directly to Excel, ready for your bid submission.

With deep expertise in CSI divisions, we offer scalable solutions for:

  1. General contractors
  2. Developers
  3. Residential builders
  4. Subcontractors
  5. Estimating firms outsourcing their overflow work

Our estimates empower you to bid competitively and build profitably.

Our Services

General Contractor Bids

We excel in providing competitive bids for general contractors. Our experienced team meticulously evaluates project requirements, materials, labor, and other essential factors to deliver accurate and detailed bids. With our reliable bidding services, you can enhance your chances of winning contracts and securing successful projects. Trust us to provide comprehensive and competitive bids that align with your goals and budget.

Lumber

We specialize in providing precise lumber estimates for your construction needs. Our dedicated team of professionals delivers detailed lumber takeoffs, ensuring you have the right amount of lumber for your project. With our reliable services, you can optimize costs, streamline planning, and proceed with confidence. Trust Icon Estimating for accurate lumber estimates and enhance your construction process

Concrete

We offer dependable concrete estimates to support your construction projects. Our experienced team provides detailed assessments of the concrete materials required based on your project's specifications and design. With our precise concrete estimates, you can optimize your concrete procurement, minimize waste, and stay within budget. Trust us to streamline your planning process and ensure a smooth construction journey

Sitework

We specialize in providing comprehensive sitework estimates to facilitate your construction endeavors. Our expert team meticulously evaluates the requirements for site preparation, grading, excavation, and other necessary groundwork. With our accurate sitework estimates, you can efficiently plan your construction process, avoid surprises, and stay on budget. Trust us to deliver reliable results and help you lay a strong foundation for your project's success.

Finishes

We offer dependable finishes estimates to enhance your construction planning. Our skilled team meticulously evaluates the materials and labor needed for the finishing touches of your project, including interior and exterior elements. With our precise finishes estimates, you can ensure a seamless and aesthetically pleasing result. Trust us to provide accurate assessments that help you optimize costs and achieve the desired outcome.

Drywall

We specialize in providing reliable drywall estimates to support your construction projects. Our expert team carefully assesses the quantity of drywall materials required based on your project's specifications. With our precise drywall estimates, you can efficiently plan your resources, reduce wastage, and maintain your budget. Trust us to deliver dependable results and ensure a smooth and successful drywall installation.

Metals

We offer thorough and reliable metals estimates to bolster your construction plans. Our expert team meticulously calculates the quantity and specifications of metal materials needed for your project. With our accurate metals estimates, you can optimize your metal procurement, minimize excess materials, and stay within budget. Trust us to provide precise assessments and ensure a seamless integration of metal components into your construction project.

Roofing

We specialize in providing precise roofing estimates to support your construction projects. Our expert team meticulously evaluates the roofing materials and labor requirements based on your project's specifications. With our accurate roofing estimates, you can plan efficiently, optimize costs, and ensure a durable and secure roofing system. Trust us to deliver dependable results and help you achieve a successful and long-lasting roof installation.

Electrical

We are experts in providing reliable electrical estimates to support your construction projects. Our dedicated team meticulously evaluates the electrical materials and labor needed based on your project's specifications. With our precise electrical estimates, you can plan efficiently, optimize costs, and ensure a safe and compliant electrical system. Trust us to deliver dependable results and help you achieve a successful electrical installation.

HVAC

We specialize in providing accurate HVAC estimates to support your construction projects. Our experienced team carefully assesses the HVAC materials and labor required based on your project's specifications. With our precise HVAC estimates, you can plan efficiently, optimize costs, and ensure a comfortable and efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system. Trust us to deliver dependable results and help you achieve a successful HVAC installation.

Plumbing

We excel in providing detailed plumbing estimates to support your construction projects. Our expert team meticulously evaluates the plumbing materials and labor requirements based on your project's specifications. With our accurate plumbing estimates, you can efficiently plan resources, optimize costs, and ensure a reliable and efficient plumbing system. Trust us to deliver dependable results and help you achieve a successful plumbing installation.

Waterproofing

We specialize in providing reliable waterproofing estimates to support your construction projects. Our dedicated team meticulously evaluates the materials and labor required for effective waterproofing based on your project's specifications. With our precise waterproofing estimates, you can plan efficiently, optimize costs, and ensure long-lasting protection against water damage. Trust us to deliver dependable results and help you achieve a successful waterproofing installation.

Material Suppliers

Material suppliers play a vital role in construction cost estimation, especially when clients have limited knowledge about the quantity of materials required for a project. They provide valuable insights and advice on the types and quantities of materials needed, helping clients to make informed decisions

Manufacturers

In construction cost estimation, manufacturers play a crucial role in helping clients determine the quantity of materials needed for a project. They can provide valuable insights into the amount of material required for a specific task and offer estimates that help clients plan and budget effectively.

UFC/ TIPS Job Order Contracting

At our company, we specialize in providing top-quality estimation services to United Facilities Criteria (UFC). We understand that accurate and reliable cost estimation is crucial for successful project planning and execution.

Why Choose Us

Because you deserve fast, accurate, and affordable construction estimates tailored to your project’s exact needs — no guesswork, just results.

  1. Fast Construction Estimating Services– Turnaround as quick as 24–72 hours
  2. PDF to Excel Construction Takeoff– Professionally formatted for instant use
  3. Freelance Construction Estimators– Skilled, flexible, and always deadline-ready
  4. UFC Job Order Estimating– For government & military contracting needs
  5. Decade-long experience– In residential, commercial, and MEP systems
  6. Outsource Construction Estimating Services– Ideal for overloaded in-house teams

We know time is money, and accuracy is everything.

Our Services

Residential Construction Estimating Services

We help residential builders and subcontractors with itemized material and labor takeoffs, accurate to the nail.

Commercial Estimating Services

From retail spaces to multi-floor offices, our commercial estimates are tailored to your scope, specs, and bid timelines.

MEP Construction Estimating

Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing estimations require precision — our specialists ensure you never overbid or under-quote.

Bid Estimating Services

Need estimates to win your next project? We offer construction bid estimating services designed to improve your hit ratio.

Our fast turnaround time gives you more time to study our precise estimates
and compare them with quotes from subcontractors/suppliers. Make
informed decisions with confidence. Know More.

We prioritize your needs and offer expert technical support to address your
queries. Our team of estimators is always ready to assist you. Simply
schedule a time, and we’ll be there to discuss and provide solutions that
empower your construction projects. Your success is our commitment.

We understand the significance of accurate pricing in the ever-changing
market landscape. Our estimates are not only reliable but also highly
competitive, considering the current volatility and price instability. With our
precise pricing, you gain a significant advantage, increasing your chances of
winning bids and achieving success in your construction endeavors.

How Our Process Works

We make the process simple and stress-free:

  1. Upload Your PDF Plans – Or share via Dropbox/Google Drive
  2. We Review & Quote – Within hours
  3. You Approve & We Begin – Estimating starts immediately
  4. Excel Takeoff Delivered – Easy-to-read, editable, and ready for proposal

Our experts utilize tools such as PlanSwift construction estimating and Bluebeam estimating services to expedite delivery and enhance accuracy.   

Get a Fast, Accurate Quote Today

Don’t lose out on another project due to estimating delays or inaccuracies—Trust Icon Estimating for fast, accurate, and affordable construction estimating services USA-wide.

Upload Your Plans or Request a Custom Quote

We proudly serve general contractors, developers, and subcontractors across the nation.

Serving Nationwide — Wherever You Build

Are you looking for construction estimating services in your area? We serve all 50 states — including Texas, California, New York, and Florida — with local insight and national expertise.

Still unsure? Hear what our clients say, or check out our portfolio of successful bids and completed estimates.

Contact us today, and let’s simplify your next project.

How to get started with us.

1. Submit Your Drawing Plans

Upon receiving your drawing and specifications, we will generate a quote that encompasses the invoice, turnaround time, and delivery date. We accept Pdf format, and your plans can be in various formats such as bid set, schematic, design development, construction document, or conceptual drawings. You can share your plans with us through a Dropbox link or portal link, or you can attach the file on the contact page and provide us with complete details by filling out the form.

2. Get A Quote

After reviewing your plans, we will promptly provide you with a quote. If you agree to the quote, you can pay the invoice using a credit card, debit card, or PayPal. Our team will then commence work on your project.

3. Get Estimate

You will be provided with an estimate that includes the quantities and pricing for all materials and labor. Our estimate and takeoff sheet will be delivered in EXCEL format, using either our template or the client’s template, as requested.

Why Icon Estimating

Our Projects

Icon Estimating is a well-established construction cost estimating organization that provides material takeoff services to clients.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Material takeoffs are available in PDF and Excel formats. It contains a list of all the materials and tasks needed for the project. Each item is listed division by division and is referenced with the specific drawing from which the quantity is calculated.
Send us the project plans and drawings along with your takeoff and estimate needs to receive a free quote that includes costs and a turnaround time. After the proposal has been approved, we will send you an online-payable invoice.
The project’s cost is determined by the size of the project and the scope of work involved, which can range from $100 to $10,000. For a single-trade residential project, the cost is approximately $100. However, if the project involves all trades, from the groundwork to the finishes, the estimated cost could be around $800. Additionally, for multi-story commercial building projects, the estimated cost could be as high as $8,000.
No, we don’t charge for reviewing plans before placing an order. We offer this service as a courtesy to our customers and to ensure that we can meet their expectations and specifications.
The size, complexity and scope of the project determine our turnaround time, which can be anywhere between 3 and 12 working days. We avoid taking on rush jobs because they affect the quality of our work.
Our services are available in the USA only.
We use Planswift and Bluebeam for estimation
A construction cost estimate is a necessary part of the planning process for any construction project. It gives the client or owner an idea of the likely cost of the project, based on the scope of work and the current market conditions.
Pre-bid and post-bid meetings are part of the services we offer. These meetings help us communicate clearly with everyone involved in the project and prevent any misunderstandings, delays or extra costs.
It is challenging to give a precise response because the closure rate and the number of jobs won as a result of estimates depend on the particular conditions of the client and how they choose to modify their overhead and profit percentages. According to our experience, however, we can estimate that on average, our clients have a respectable chance of getting 1 out of every 4 jobs they submit bids for using our services, with profit margins that satisfy their expectations.
Construction cost estimation is the process of predicting the cost of building a physical structure. Accurate cost estimation is important because it allows developers to know how much money they need to raise, and it also allows them to determine whether a project is feasible.
Estimators use a variety of methods to calculate the expected costs, including material pricing lists, square footage calculations, and assembly time standards. They also take into account the unique circumstances of each project, such as the location, climate, and type of construction.
One common mistake is failing to account for all of the costs associated with the project. For example, many estimators only Include the cost of materials and labour in their estimates. However, there are numerous other costs that must be considered, such as the cost of permits and inspections. Another mistake is failing to take into account the difficulty of the project. Finally, many estimators do not allow for contingencies.
The estimator should get involved as early as possible in the process so that he or she can accurately assess the scope of the work and identify potential problems. By staying involved and informed, the estimator can help to ensure that the construction project stays on track and on budget.