Residential Estimating and Commercial Estimating projects require a similar approach for the construction estimate. Building a precise Construction Estimate has many components: Accurate quantity take-offs Proper crew sizing Applicable labor rates Production rates Material costs Subcontractor quotes Equipment costs Logistics and Environmental considerations Eliminating emotional ties for a particular Drawing from past experience Using […]
Responsible Estimates
Low Bids Benefit Building Owners
Does the owner benefit from the lowest bid? Not always. Scenario: A company needs to expand it’s facility. Their accounting department has established a project budget that can not be exceeded and, if adhered to, the project is feasible. The committee agreed that minimizing design and consultant fees would leave more for constructing the building. The project design begins and takes months […]
I Got it, I Got it, I Got it… No you Got it
This was the project you wanted; no needed. You’ve heard about the project coming for sometime now and it’s here. You have a great working relationship with all the players; the Architect, Inspectors, Fire Marshall and you know the owner well. It is perfectly suited for your company, right in your wheelhouse, ideally located and there for the taking. You think, okay this […]
A Formula for Success
Our Formula for Success Chianelli Estimating – We make a Promise – and then deliver! We take our promises seriously and deliver even more in terms of quality than what our clients expect. We stick to the schedule established for your estimate and deliver it to you when you need it. Chianelli Estimating clients are […]