Div 01–48 · General Construction Division
Preliminary Estimating Services — ZIP-Code Calibrated Across the USA
Bid-ready preliminary estimating calibrated to your exact US project ZIP code — itemized CSI Div 01–48 material quantities, local union/open-shop labor man-hours, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and editable Excel BOQ delivered in 24–48 hours.
Quick Scope Facts
CSI DivisionDiv 01–48
Starting Flat Fee$120
Typical Range$120 – $950
Turnaround24–48 Hours
SoftwareBluebeam Revu
Quantities & Assemblies Measured in Preliminary Estimating
- Complete Preliminary Estimating material, fixture, assembly, and accessory takeoff from PDF/CAD/BIM plans
- General conditions, supervision, temporary utilities, and site logistics
- Subcontractor scope leveling matrix & alternates pricing
- ZIP-code-calibrated union or open-shop crew productivity rates
Expensive Bid-Day Scope Gaps We Catch
- ! Unpriced architectural-to-structural drawing discrepancies between plan sets
- ! Underestimated general conditions, crane picks, winterization, or phasing costs
- ! Missing addendum updates or alternate bid schedules on bid day
Benchmark CSI Div 01–48 Line Items
| CSI Code | Description | Qty | National Base | Specification Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 50 00 | Temporary Facilities, Fencing & Site Controls | 8 MO | $4,250/MO | Includes temp power pole, sanitary, perimeter fence |
| 03 30 00 | Cast-in-Place Foundation & Slab-on-Grade (4,000 PSI) | 485 CY | $238/CY | Includes #4/#5 rebar, vapor barrier, pump & finish |
| 05 12 00 | Structural Wide-Flange Steel Framing (A992) | 64 TON | $4,180/TON | Fabricated, primed, erected w/ high-strength bolts |
| 07 54 00 | 60-Mil Mechanically Attached TPO Roof System | 18,400 SF | $8.65/SF | R-30 polyiso tapered insulation & flashings |
| 09 29 00 | 5/8" Type X Gypsum Board on 3-5/8" 20GA Metal Studs | 26,200 SF | $6.45/SF | Level 4 finish, acoustic batt infill included |
Related General Construction Takeoff Services
Active US ZIP-Code Cost Benchmarks for Preliminary Estimating
99506 · Jber, AK (124.4)
99615 · Kodiak, AK (123.1)
99697 · Kodiak, AK (124.9)
99654 · Wasilla, AK (125.4)
99687 · Wasilla, AK (123.6)
99779 · Tok, AK (127)
99780 · Tok, AK (127.8)
99801 · Juneau, AK (126.4)
99850 · Juneau, AK (125.3)
99901 · Ketchikan, AK (123.7)
99950 · Ketchikan, AK (123.5)
99540 · Indian, AK (124.9)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Preliminary Estimating FAQs
Pricing, CSI MasterFormat deliverables, ZIP-code wage calibration, and turnaround windows
What is included in your preliminary estimating package?
Every preliminary estimating deliverable includes an unlocked CSI Div 01–48 Microsoft Excel workbook with itemized material quantities, waste allowances, 5-digit US ZIP-code calibrated labor hours and crew rates, color-coded PDF takeoff markups, and bid-day scope inclusions/exclusions.
How much does preliminary estimating cost and how fast is delivery?
Fees start at $120 (typical commercial range $120 – $950) based strictly on drawing sheet count and complexity—never a percentage of bid value. You receive a firm quote in 15 minutes and completed takeoffs in 24–48 hours.
How do you calibrate general construction 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 01–48.
What software and file formats do you deliver for general construction estimates?
Our general construction estimators run Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff (OST) and deliver an unlocked, formula-driven Microsoft Excel workbook plus color-coded PDF takeoff markups within 24–48 hours.
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