OUR SERVICES
WE SPECIALIZED IN
Complete Estimates
These are the estimates of a complete Building covering;
- For residential, commercial, public, and industrial buildings.
- For repairs/ remodels.
- All divisions from 1 thru division 32.
- Allowances, alternates, By others, etc.
- Addendums, notes, specs, etc.
Single Trades
We are experts in the following single trades;
- Demo, Site, Pavements, SOE, Landscaping.
- Concrete, Rebars, Formwork, Masonry.
- Metals, Caulking, Lumber, Drywall, Finishes.
- Roofing, Exterior, Painting.
MEP Estimates
We are highly specialized in MEP estimates because.
- We Cover, Lighting Fixtures, Gears (Panels, Transformers, Main Disconnect means), Receptacles, Switches, Conduits, and Wiring.
- In HVAC all equipment like RTUs, ACs, Heaters, Fans, Diffusers/Grilles, and Ducts
- Plumbing Fixtures like water closets, Sinks, Tubs and showers, Pumps, Heater, Pipes, and drains.
ALL SUB-SERVICES DO WE OFFER?
Demolition
Structure, Walls, Flooring, Ceiling, CMU, Exterior Finishes, Interior Finishes, Roof, Openings,
Shoring, Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, Site, Cabinetry, etc.
Formwork
Concrete Footings, Walls, Slabs, Grade Beams, Piers, Columns, Retaining Walls, Concrete Stairs, etc.
Masonry
Concrete Masonry Units, Brick Masonry Units, Veneers, Precast Sills, Copings, Pier Caps, Thru-wall Membrane Flashings, Steel Angles, Weeps, Scaffolding, etc.
Insulation
Wall insulation, Foundation Waterproofing, Roof insulation, Floor insulation, Rigid insulation, Fire Proofing, Fire Stopping, etc.
Metals
Structural Steel, Connection Plates, Base Plates, Lintels, Awnings, Canopies, Metal Decks, Grating, Stud Walls, Ladders, Metal Pan Stairs, Railings, Bracings, etc.
Lumber
Structural Lumber, Joists, Rafters, Trusses, Deck Framing, Wooden Beams, Stud Walls, Headers, Columns, Blockings, Soffits, Fascia, Rough Carpentry, Sheathing, etc.
Drywall Takeoffs
Studs, Blockings, gypsum boards, Backer Board, Liner Panels, Tracks for Studs, Bracings, Nails, Screws, Taping, Setting Compound, etc.
Flooring
Flooring w/subfloors, Vinyl Flooring, Carpet, Tiles, Mats, Marble, Stone, Wall Base, Transition Strips, Saddles, etc.
Painting
Wall Paints, Ceilings, Soffits, Doors, Windows, Railings, Ducts, Beams, Columns, etc.
Ceilings
Gypsum Board Ceilings, Acoustical Ceilings, Bead Board Ceilings, Coffered Ceilings, Tray Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Beam Ceilings, Soffits, Crown Moldings, etc.
ROOFING
Flat Roofing, Shingle Roofing, Felt Paper, Soffits, Flashings, Vents, Ice and Water Shields, Gutters, Downspouts, Scuppers, etc.
Façade Repair
Parapet Rebuild, Sill Replacement, Brick Masonry Replacement, Mortar Repair, Caulking Replacement, Repaint Railings, Repaint Brick, Pointing Bricks, Stucco Refinishing, etc.
OPENINGS/STOREFRONT/GLASS PARTITIONS
Doors, Windows, Hardware, Storefronts, Skylights, Gable Vents, Bilco Doors, Shutters, Window shades and Blinds, etc.
Fire Protection
Sprinkler Heads
Sprinkler Pipes
Pumps
Fire Extinguisher
Plumbing
Hot Water, Cold Water Pipes, Sanitary Pipes, Waste Pipes, Storm Pipes, Connections, Bends, Hose Bibs, Valves, Traps, RPZ, Fixtures, HWH, Pumps, Accessories, etc.
Mechanical (HVAC)
Ducts, Diffusers, Grills, Dampers, Exhaust Fans, Heaters, Air Handling Units, Roof Top Units, Condensing Units, Chillers, etc.
Electrical
Light Fixtures, Receptacles, Switches, Junction Boxes, Electric Panels, Low Voltage Fixtures, Conduits, Electrical Wiring, etc.
Communication
Data/Telephone/TV Outlets Speakers Intercoms Communication Equipment etc.
Electronic Safety and Security
Daylight/Occupancy/Vacancy Sensors
Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)
Remote Annunciation Panel
Horns
Strobe
Pull Station etc.
Sitework
Excavation, Backfill, Grading
Asphalt/Concrete Pavements
Curbs
Sidewalks
Parking Strips/Sign
Signages
Fences
Landscaping
Utility Lines (water, sewerage, storm, gas)
Catch Basins / Septic Tanks etc.
SOE and Underpinning
Timber Leggings, Soldier Piles, Steel Piles, Heel Blocks, Waller, Rakers, Underpinning Concrete and Laggings, Shoring, etc.
Quantity Takeoff
Forte Estimating provides quick and efficient quantity takeoff services for general contractors, subcontractors and developers that require accurate material and labour quantity estimates prior to bidding. Our qualified estimators take all your drawings and measure them with the accuracy that your bid requires, whether you are in need of a single quantity takeoff service for your residential remodel or construction quantity takeoff services support for your multi-trade project.
Construction Material Takeoff
By having Forte complete the material take-off services, the contractors can order only what is required for the project — no more, no less. We are your construction materials estimator and take the drawings and turn them into deliverable lists of materials with the suppliers available to you, ensuring that there is no waste, no last minute shortages and no over spending on your material budget.
Construction Cost Estimating
Our construction cost estimating services turn quantity takeoffs into complete, bid-ready cost estimates. Forte provides you with numbers you’ll feel good about at the bid table whether you’re looking for home project cost estimator for a remodel or need full cost estimation in construction projects support for a commercial build, Forte uses current regional material and labor pricing.
Construction Bid Preparation
Accurate winning numbers are not enough, it takes a full, nicely put together bid. Bid preparation services include both bid writing services and proposal development services, enabling contractors to deliver competitive, professional and timely bid packages, every time. Whether it’s government bid preparation or handling private commercial projects, we take care of all the details that matter when it comes to winning bids.
Construction Budget Preparation
It’s important for owners and developers to have a realistic number to work with prior to a project breaking ground. Construction Budget Preparation service consists of estimating costs and quantity takeoff services, to create accurate budgets throughout the project, for building cost estimation, not only at the feasibility stage but until completion of the final design.
Insurance Claim and Property Damage Estimating
In the event of a disaster, speed of turnaround isn’t the only factor that matters, accurate documentation is equally important. Our Insurance Claim Estimates service helps homeowners, contractors and insurance adjusters with complete property damage estimates utilizing Xactimate and other industry-standard estimating platforms. Whether you’re in need of a water damage estimate or fire damage estimate, our team will supply the paperwork that insurance companies are looking for.
Steel Detailing
Forty Steel Detailing is a professional steel detailing services USA that steel fabricators, general contractors and structural engineers rely on to convert design drawings to accurate shop packages for construction. We are a committed structural steel detailing team providing a range of structural steel shop drawings
Drafting
Forte Estimating offers drafting services USA contractors, engineers, architects and developers drafting services to deliver accurate, code-compliant construction drawings. Whether you’re looking for CAD drafting services, architectural drafting services
Frequently asked questions
We now have an FAQ list that we hope will help you answer some of the more common ones.
1. What is included in takeoff spreadsheets?
A typical takeoff includes quantities of material required for construction like CMU blocks, concrete, joists, rafter, columns, MEP, paint, Finishes, etc. All the items are listed in an excel spreadsheet with units of measure and quantity provided for each line item. A wastage factor of 15-20% can also be applied to account for material waste during construction.
2. How to get started with obtaining an estimate?
Share your project drawings with us through email. Mention the project location, scope, and due date in the email. We will send you a proposal for the takeoff/estimate.
3. What payment methods do you accept?
You can pay through a bank account, Western Union, Payoneer, etc. Just one click fast methods.
4. What will be your final output?
We will provide takeoffs/estimates in excel format w/ working colored/Markup drawings. You can check the takeoff quality from colored working drawings. We also fill bid forms if available.
5. Do you do pricing also?
We also do pricing of construction projects. But we recommend most of the contractors to do it by themselves, if possible. Because each company/state has its own laws, inflation rates, etc. We interlink estimates with bid forms so that when the contractor does pricing, bid forms automatically update.
6. Do you provide samples?
Yes, we can provide you with free samples of our previous estimates before getting started. We can also do a sample project at a discounted price if necessary.
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