Waterproofing Estimating Services
Forte Estimating specializes in waterproofing estimating services for contractors and subcontractors who are bidding waterproofing scope on residential, commercial and industrial projects. Our estimator’s take on the job have a combination of hands-on trade experience and detailed takeoff software that shows a realistic bid-ready waterproofing estimate and current material and labour pricing with the assistance of waterproofing cost estimate and foundation waterproofing estimate.
From the specialty subcontractor bidding waterproofing work directly to the general contractor, where waterproofing is a component of a larger bid package, our staff supplies the trade-specific information that is required to accurately price the work in order to be competitive.
Provided plans and specifications exist, we create a fully waterproofing takeoff services package organized and ready to be submitted directly to suppliers for material pricing, or it can serve as a basis for your bid review.
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What Is Waterproofing Estimating?
Waterproofing estimating involves estimating membrane, coating and drainage materials for water exposed building components and below grade walls and foundations.
Waterproofing membrane/coating is measured in square footage, drainage board in square metres, protection board in square metres and flashing/termination details at transitions/penetrations.
The amounts are not insignificant, either, as they also directly affect material ordering and planning the project schedule when the project is awarded, and an incorrect takeoff of the waterproofing can cause trouble long after the award has been won.
Our Waterproofing Takeoff Process
All waterproofing takeoff services projects start with reviewing all involved drawings and specifications and documentation of a quantity takeoff organized into the categories that are most important to accurately price the project.
After quantities are measured, a second estimator checks the takeoff for accuracy, before pricing is applied, to catch the any measurement errors or scope gaps before they hit your bid.
What's Included in Our Waterproofing Estimate
Deliverables are a membrane quantity schedule by application area and a separate detailing schedule for flashing, terminations and joint treatments.
Files are provided as spreadsheets and PDF and can be tailored to your company’s preferred takeoff template or bid format, if you have one.
Key Considerations for Waterproofing Estimating
The selection of the waterproofing system (fluid-applied, sheet or cementitious) can have a significant impact on material cost and labor productivity; our estimators verify the specified system prior to finalizing the quantities. We take extra care in detailing penetrations and terminations because they are a large proportion of the failures and extra expenses for a waterproofing job if not taken care of.
Residential vs. Commercial Waterproofing Estimating
Residential waterproofing is usually restricted to foundation walls and the below grade areas of rooms, and commercial waterproofing may involve below grade parking structures, as well as much greater levels of detailing requirements.
Why Trade Contractors Choose Forte
Our estimators know the waterproofing trade inside and out, not from a drawing set — which is why specialty subcontractors select Forte for waterproofing bids. That knowledge of the trade helps us to understand scope details a generalist estimator may not see, keeping your margin safe before we even put a number on the table.
We also provide flexible waterproofing estimating pricing—one-off project pricing or a monthly retainer for subcontractors bidding on the waterproofing scope on a regular basis and looking for a reliable, dependable estimating partner.
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Call us now and upload your construction project plans with all the specific details to explain the scope of work that includes construction drawings, specifications and other specific documentation.
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Our expert team of BIM Estimators manages to deliver the final draft for review and consult through an email or call to consult and finalize the construction project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you estimate different types of waterproofing systems?
Yes, we can estimate fluid-applied, sheet membrane and cementitious waterproofing systems based on the requirements of your project.
Do you have drainage board and protection board in the estimate?
The quantity of drainage and protection boards is included in our standard takeoff along with the quantity of primary waterproofing membrane.
Do you estimate plaza deck and below-grade parking waterproofing?
Yes, we can estimate waterproofing for a complex horizontal waterproofing, like a plaza deck, below-grade parking structure, etc.
How to deal with detailing at penetrations and terminations?
These areas are quantified separately by linear footage because a transition requires more labour per linear footage than open field membrane application.
How fast can you provide a waterproofing quote?
For most projects, waterproofing quotes can be finalized in 24-48 hours, and often they can be ready within 3-5 business days for larger and more complex projects.
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