In short: NEC-compliant electrical takeoffs covering switchgear, feeders, branch conduit & wire, lighting packages, fire alarm, solar PV, and low-voltage systems priced with NECA manual labor units. Flat fee $85 – $650, 24–48 hours delivery, calibrated to all US ZIP codes.
Electrical Power, Lighting, Low Voltage & Life Safety

Electrical Estimating Services Across All 50 US States & ZIP Codes

NEC-compliant electrical takeoffs covering switchgear, feeders, branch conduit & wire, lighting packages, fire alarm, solar PV, and low-voltage systems priced with NECA manual labor units.

+1 (908) 488-9245

Division Bid Specs

CSI MasterFormat
Div 26–28
Typical Flat Fee
$85 – $650
Standard Delivery
24–48 Hours
Primary Software
Trimble Accubid Anywhere, McCormick Systems

How Our Senior Electrical Estimators Quantify Your Drawings

Electrical bids are won or lost in feeder routing lengths, conduit hanger assemblies, panelboard interrupting ratings, and fixture control packages. We measure exact horizontal runs plus vertical drops using Accubid and McCormick databases paired with NECA labor column adjustments for working height and congestion.

Included in Every Electrical Bid Package

  • Editable CSI MasterFormat Excel Estimate (Material, Labor, Equipment, Sub, O&P columns)
  • Color-Coded Marked-Up Takeoff Drawings (PDF layers for instant visual audit)
  • 5-Digit US ZIP-Code Calibrated Crew Wage & Productivity Sheet (Union / Prevailing / Open-Shop)
  • Bid-Day Scope Inclusions, Exclusions, Clarifications & Addendum Checklist
  • Vendor / Supply-House Quote Request Bill of Materials (Unpriced BOM tab)

Software & Pricing Databases Used

Trimble Accubid Anywhere McCormick Systems ConEst IntelliBid PlanSwift Bluebeam Revu

Bid Pitfalls Prevented

  • ! Missed home-run distances and slab-to-deck riser multipliers
  • ! Unaccounted lighting control packs, emergency inverters, or gear manufacturer lead-time alternates
  • ! Omitted trenching/concrete encasement on underground primary/secondary duct banks

Sample Electrical Line-Item Takeoff Schedule (Div 26–28)

CSI Section Assembly / Material Description Qty & Unit US Base Rate Takeoff Notes
26 24 13 2000A 480Y/277V 3P 4W Main Switchboard (65kAIC) 1 EA $48,500 / EA Includes ground-fault main, SPD, utility CT section
26 05 33 3/4" EMT Conduit w/ Steel Compression Couplings & Hangers 14,800 LF $4.95 / LF Includes boxes, straps, and 12ft deck factor
26 05 19 #12 AWG THHN/THWN-2 Stranded Copper Conductor 52,400 LF $0.78 / LF Includes 8% makeup & pull waste allowance
26 51 19 2x4 Architectural Troffer LED 40W 0-10V Dimmable 215 EA $192 / EA Seismic grid clips, whip, and lamping labor
28 31 00 Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel + Initiating/Notification Devices 94 EA $315 / EA Plenum FPLP wiring, programming & AHJ test

Specialized Electrical Takeoff Scopes (15 Dedicated Services)

Select your exact sub-scope for detailed CSI takeoff specifications and instant ZIP-calibrated pricing.

Div 26–28

Electrical Estimating Service

Bid-ready electrical estimating service calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Commercial Electrical Estimating

Bid-ready commercial electrical estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Residential Electrical Estimating

Bid-ready residential electrical estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Industrial Electrical Estimating

Bid-ready industrial electrical estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Low Voltage Estimating

Bid-ready low voltage estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Lighting Estimating

Bid-ready lighting estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Power Distribution Estimating

Bid-ready power distribution estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Electrical Wiring Estimating

Bid-ready electrical wiring estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Fire Alarm Estimating

Bid-ready fire alarm estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Security System Estimating

Bid-ready security system estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Data and Communication Estimating

Bid-ready data and communication estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Solar Electrical Estimating

Bid-ready solar electrical estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Generator Estimating

Bid-ready generator estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Switchgear Estimating

Bid-ready switchgear estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Div 26–28

Electrical Panel Estimating

Bid-ready electrical panel estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 26–28 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Electrical Estimating FAQs

Pricing, CSI MasterFormat deliverables, ZIP-code wage calibration, and turnaround windows

How much do electrical estimating services cost at Professional Estimating LLC?
Single-scope electrical takeoffs start at $85, with most commercial bids falling between $85 – $650 depending on drawing sheet count and complexity. Send your PDF plans for a firm flat-fee quote within 15 minutes.
How do you calibrate electrical labor and material pricing to my project ZIP code?
Every estimate applies 5-digit US postal-code labor productivity factors, prevailing Davis-Bacon or union local wage schedules when required, regional freight adjustments, and current distributor pricing across CSI Div 26–28.
What software and file formats do you deliver for electrical estimates?
Our electrical estimators run Trimble Accubid Anywhere, McCormick Systems, ConEst IntelliBid and deliver an unlocked, formula-driven Microsoft Excel workbook plus color-coded PDF takeoff markups within 24–48 hours.
Can you handle rush bid deadlines under 24 hours?
Yes. Our dedicated overnight rush desk turns urgent electrical addenda and bid-day takeoffs around in 12–24 hours without sacrificing dual-estimator QA review.

Ready to price your next bid without guesswork?

Send your PDF drawings, specs, and 5-digit project ZIP code. Receive a firm flat-fee quote in 15 minutes and your unlocked Excel takeoff in 24–48 hours.

Flat fee from $80 · Dual-estimator QA review · Unlocked Excel + marked-up PDF layers

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How to request a firm takeoff quote in 15 minutes?

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