Construction Estimating Services in California

California construction combines strict code requirements, seismic design, energy compliance and a large volume of public work. Accurate takeoffs and complete bid packages matter, because scopes are detailed and bid windows are short.

How we support California contractors

We price masonry, concrete, tile, MEP, roofing, drywall, sitework and solar scopes from your drawings, and prepare structural drafting, permit drawings and shop drawings. Our solar plan sets and estimates are built for installers working across California jurisdictions and utilities.

Public bidding in California

California public projects are advertised on state and local portals such as Cal eProcure and agency or district sites. Public works projects are generally subject to prevailing wage requirements; the California Department of Industrial Relations publishes prevailing wage determinations. Always confirm the rates stated in your solicitation.

Permit drawings and code

California projects are governed by the California Building Standards Code, including Title 24 energy requirements. We prepare permit drawings to your jurisdiction's checklist; drawings that require an engineer's seal are reviewed and sealed by an engineer licensed in California.

Project types we estimate in California

• Commercial: offices, retail, self-storage, hospitality and mixed-use buildings
• Residential and multifamily: custom homes, remodels, townhomes and apartment communities
• Industrial and warehouse: distribution, manufacturing, tilt-up and metal-building projects
• Public and institutional: schools, healthcare, civic buildings and public works
• Solar: residential, commercial and ground-mount PV

Trades in demand

Contractors in California commonly request masonry, concrete, MEP, roofing, drywall and framing, tile and sitework takeoffs and estimates, plus shop drawings and permit drawings. We estimate every CSI division from 01 to 33.

How an estimate for a California project works

1. Upload plans, specifications and addenda with the bid date.
2. We review the solicitation and confirm scope, price and turnaround.
3. We measure and price the work, including local wage requirements stated in the solicitation.
4. You receive Excel and PDF files and support on addenda and post-bid clarifications.

Markets we support include Los Angeles, San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, the Inland Empire and Orange County. Estimating is done remotely, so project location within California does not limit coverage. Read our guides on the pre-bid process, post-bid process and construction solicitations.