We quote each estimate after we see your plans, so the price matches the work. Quotes are free. Send your plans and we will confirm the scope, price and timeframe before any work starts.
At a Glance
- Service
- Construction estimating, quantity takeoff and bill of quantities
- Who it is for
- Builders, subcontractors, developers and owner-builders
- You send
- Plans as PDF or CAD, and a note of what you need priced
- You receive
- A free quote, then the takeoff and priced estimate
- Timeframe
- Most residential estimates take 1 to 3 business days. Larger projects take longer, and we confirm the timeframe in your quote
- Office
- 26 Bendemeer Way, Palmview QLD 4553. We work with clients across Australia
How Our Estimating Prices Work
We do not list fixed prices, because projects differ so much. A single trade estimate for a small house is a very different job from a full tender for a commercial building. Instead, we look at your plans and quote for the actual work.
The quote tells you what is included, the price and the timeframe. You decide whether to go ahead.
What Is in a Quote
Scope
What we will measure and price, and what is not included.
Price
The price for the work, confirmed before we start.
Timeframe
Most residential estimates take 1 to 3 business days. Larger projects take longer.
Deliverables
A takeoff and priced estimate, and a material schedule if you need one.
Review
You review the estimate and we make agreed adjustments.
Next steps
Send the plans, or call us if you want to talk the job through first.
What Affects the Price of an Estimate
These are the main things that change how much work an estimate takes. Knowing them helps you get a quote that fits.
| What affects the quote | Why it matters | What helps |
|---|---|---|
| Size of the project | More floor area and more elements mean more to measure | Send the full plan set, or only the sheets you need priced |
| Number of trades | Each trade adds its own items and prices | Tell us which trades to include |
| Level of detail | A budget estimate is quicker than a full priced tender | Tell us what the estimate is for |
| Quality of the drawings | Clear, complete drawings are faster to measure | Send the latest PDF or CAD plans and the specification |
| Deadline | A short deadline can change what we can offer | Tell us the closing or quoting date when you send the plans |
| Changes to the plans | Revised plans mean the takeoff has to be updated | Send revised plans, and we will confirm the change in scope and price |
What We Quote For
Single trade estimates
One trade priced, such as concrete, framing, roofing or plumbing.
Trade estimatingRenovations and extensions
Work on existing homes, including the join with the old.
Renovation estimatingWhy We Quote After Seeing the Plans
A fair price for the work
The price follows the size and detail of your project.
No surprises
Scope, price and timeframe are confirmed before work starts.
Free to ask
Quotes are free, so you can send the plans and compare.
Related Estimating Services
How It Works
Send your plans
Email the plans and tell us what you need priced.
We confirm the scope
We confirm what is included and send a quote and timeframe.
We take off and price
We measure the plans and prepare the priced estimate.
You review and adjust
You review it and we make agreed adjustments.
Important Note
Prices depend on the project, so we do not publish a price list. Our estimates are prepared from the drawings and information you supply. Our terms are on the terms and conditions page. Thinking about hiring or outsourcing? Read Outsourced vs In-House Estimating.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an estimate cost?
It depends on the size and detail of the project. We quote after we see your plans, and the quote is free.
Do you charge for a quote?
No. Send your plans and we will give you a free quote with the scope, price and timeframe.
Can you price just one trade?
Yes. Many clients send plans for one trade, such as concrete, roofing or plumbing, and we quote for that scope only.
How long does an estimate take?
Most residential estimates take 1 to 3 business days. Larger or more complex projects take longer, and we confirm the timeframe in your quote before work starts.
What if the plans change?
Send the revised plans and we will confirm the change in scope and price before we update the estimate.
How do I get a quote?
Email your plans to info@nextronestimating.com.au, call +61 468 251 702, or use the estimate request form.
Get a free quote
Send your plans for a free quote. Email info@nextronestimating.com.au or call +61 468 251 702, or use the estimate request form.
Request an estimate