🔨 Trades We Estimate

Accurate Estimates for Every Florida Construction Trade

From concrete and masonry to MEP, roofing, drywall, sitework, and beyond — we cover every trade with Florida-specific pricing, CSI MasterFormat deliverables, and 24–48 hour turnaround.

Pricing From $750 Florida Labor Rates CSI MasterFormat 24–48 Hr Turnaround
18+Trades Covered
5,000+Estimates Completed
$2B+Florida Projects Estimated
24–48 HrStandard Turnaround
67Florida Counties Served
How Trades Stack Up

How Each Trade Fits Into a Florida Build

Every trade estimate is sequenced the way it’s actually built — structure first, then envelope, then systems, then finishes — so your bid package reads the way a GC expects.

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  • 1Roofing & envelope trades — roofing, windows, doors, and stucco priced to Florida wind and HVHZ requirements.
  • 2MEP rough-in trades — electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection sequenced and priced before drywall closes the walls.
  • 3Interior & finish trades — drywall, flooring, painting, and trim priced last, after rough-in inspections pass.
  • 4Structure & foundation trades — concrete, masonry, framing, and steel priced first, since every other trade depends on them.
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Trade 01

Concrete & Foundations Estimating

Precise concrete takeoffs and cost estimates for slab-on-grade, foundations, footings, walls, columns, and elevated decks — with Florida-specific slab thickness requirements, post-tension allowances, and dewatering costs built in.

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Slab-on-Grade & Foundations

Concrete volumes for slab-on-grade, thickened edges, grade beams, spread footings, continuous footings, and pile caps — measured from structural drawings with rebar or post-tension quantities included.

Slab Volume (CY)Rebar (LB/TON)PT CablesVapor Barrier
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Elevated Decks & Parking Structures

Post-tension elevated slabs, precast double-tee decks, cast-in-place concrete frames, and parking garage structures — priced with Florida wind exposure and coastal environment requirements.

Post-TensionPrecastPT GarageShoring
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Dewatering & Subgrade Prep

Florida’s high water table makes dewatering a significant cost on most foundation scopes. We price well point systems, sump pumps, subgrade stabilization, and crushed stone base as separate line items.

Well PointsSubgrade StabilizationStone Base
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Concrete Mix & Placement Costs

Ready-mix concrete pricing by PSI rating, pump placement, finishing (broom, trowel, exposed aggregate), curing compounds, and concrete testing allowances — adjusted for Florida’s hot weather concrete requirements.

Ready-MixPump PlacementFinishingTesting
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Tilt-Up Concrete Panels

Casting slab, panel design reinforcement, reveals, blockouts, lifting inserts, crane erection, bracing, sealing, and painting — the dominant Florida industrial construction method estimated accurately.

Panel QuantitiesCrane ErectionRevealsPanel Sealer

✅ Concrete Estimates Include

  • Concrete volumes in CY by placement area
  • Rebar quantities in LB/TON by bar size
  • Post-tension cable quantities and stressing allowances
  • Formwork — SOG edge forms, wall forms, elevated deck shores
  • Dewatering allowances based on site conditions
  • Testing and inspection cost allowances
  • Florida hot-weather concreting admixtures

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Trade 02

Masonry & CBS Block Estimating

Concrete masonry unit (CMU) and concrete block & stucco (CBS) construction is the backbone of Florida residential and low-rise commercial building. We estimate every block, core fill, lintel, and stucco application with Florida-market labor rates.

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CMU Block Walls

8″, 10″, and 12″ CMU wall quantities in SF and block count — including reinforcement, grout fill, bond beams, control joints, and lintels for openings. Interior and exterior wall types priced separately.

Block Count (EA)Grout FillLintelsBond Beams
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CBS Residential Construction

Complete CBS block and stucco packages for Florida custom homes — exterior walls, interior bearing walls, columns, window and door bucks, tie beams, and stucco system including scratch coat, brown coat, and finish coat.

CBS BlockTie Beams3-Coat StuccoWindow Bucks
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Brick Veneer & Stone

Face brick, thin brick, natural stone veneer, and manufactured stone quantities — measured in SF with mortar, ties, flashing, weep holes, and sealant priced by system and substrate type.

Face BrickStone VeneerMortarFlashing
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Stucco & EIFS Systems

Traditional 3-coat stucco, one-coat stucco, EIFS (exterior insulation and finish systems), and acrylic finish systems — by substrate type, with Florida coastal zone moisture requirements addressed.

3-Coat StuccoEIFSAcrylic FinishLath

🌴 Florida CBS Construction Note

CBS (concrete block and stucco) is the dominant residential construction method in Florida — not wood frame. Our masonry estimates use Florida-specific block and mortar pricing, Florida labor productivity rates for masonry crews, and include tie beams, hurricane strapping integration, and stucco systems as part of the standard package.

✅ Masonry Estimates Include

  • Block count by size and type (SF and EA)
  • Mortar and grout quantities by CY/bag
  • Horizontal and vertical rebar by size and spacing
  • Lintel quantities and sizes per opening schedule
  • Stucco system by coat and SF of wall area
  • Scaffolding and equipment allowances
  • Florida masonry labor rates by county

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Trade 03

Lumber & Wood Framing Estimating

Detailed lumber and framing takeoffs for floor systems, wall framing, roof framing, sheathing, and engineered lumber — organized by level and system, priced with current Florida lumber market pricing.

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Wall Framing

Exterior and interior wall framing in LF of plate and stud count — including headers, king studs, jack studs, cripples, blocking, and specialty framing around openings and utility chases.

Plate LFStud CountHeadersBlocking
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Roof Framing & Trusses

Stick-frame roof rafter takeoffs or pre-engineered truss counts by type — with ridge boards, hip and valley rafters, collar ties, hurricane clips, and all Florida wind uplift fastening requirements priced in.

Trusses (EA)Hip / ValleyHurricane ClipsFascia
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Engineered Wood Systems

LVL beams, I-joists, TJI floor systems, parallam posts, and glulam beams — quantities and sizes from structural drawings, with installation hardware and bearing requirements included.

LVL BeamsI-JoistsParallamGlulam
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Sheathing & Underlayment

Wall sheathing (OSB, plywood, ZIP system), roof sheathing, and floor sheathing quantities in SF — with fastener patterns, tape, and weather-resistant barrier for Florida’s high-humidity environment.

Wall Sheathing (SF)ZIP SystemRoof DeckWRB

🌴 Florida Framing Note

Florida’s Florida Building Code requires enhanced fastening schedules, hurricane straps at every rafter-to-plate connection, and prescriptive or engineered wind uplift resistance. Our framing estimates include Florida Product Approval-compliant connectors, rated sheathing nailing patterns, and coastal zone fastening upgrades as standard items.

✅ Framing Estimates Include

  • Lumber quantities in BF and LF by size and species
  • Truss or rafter count with engineering allowances
  • Hurricane strap and connector quantities per FBC
  • Sheathing by type and SF — wall, roof, floor
  • LVL and engineered lumber by linear foot and size
  • Fasteners, nails, and hardware by system
  • Temporary bracing and framing labor by floor level

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Trade 04

Roofing & Waterproofing Estimating

Steep-slope and low-slope roofing estimates for Florida’s demanding wind environment — shingle, tile, metal, TPO, EPDM, and modified bitumen systems priced with Florida Product Approval requirements and HVHZ wind uplift ratings included.

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Concrete & Clay Tile Roofing

The most common premium roofing choice in Florida — tile quantities by SF and SQ with Florida Product Approval-rated tile, mortar set or mechanically attached, battens, felt underlayment, and HVHZ-compliant attachment details.

Concrete TileClay TileSQ QuantitiesHVHZ Fastening
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Metal Roofing Systems

Standing seam, exposed fastener, and snap-lock metal panel quantities in SF — with Florida-rated clips, sealants, trim, ridge, eave, and valley details. Preferred for commercial and high-end residential projects statewide.

Standing SeamMetal PanelsRidge / TrimClips
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Low-Slope & Flat Roof Systems

TPO, EPDM, modified bitumen, and built-up roofing quantities in SF — with tapered insulation for drainage, cover board, flashings, walkway pads, and roof drains. Florida scupper and overflow requirements included.

TPO / EPDMModified BitTapered InsulationFlashings
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Underlayment & Secondary Water Barrier

Florida Building Code requires a secondary water barrier (SWB) in most roofing installations — peel-and-stick SWB, 30# felt, synthetic underlayment, and self-adhering systems quantified and priced by product and zone.

SWB (FL Code)Peel-and-StickSynthetic FeltValleys
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Waterproofing & Below-Grade Systems

Below-grade waterproofing membranes, planters, green roof assemblies, balcony waterproofing, and traffic coating systems — with drainage composite, protection board, and Florida’s moisture-critical detailing requirements.

Below-Grade WPBalcony CoatingTraffic DeckDrainage Mat

✅ Roofing Estimates Include

  • Roof area in SQ and SF by slope and system
  • Florida Product Approval product specifications noted
  • HVHZ-compliant fastening for Miami-Dade and Broward
  • Secondary water barrier per FBC requirements
  • Flashings, drip edge, valleys, and trim by LF
  • Gutters, downspouts, and scuppers where required
  • Tear-off and disposal for re-roof projects

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Trade 05

Drywall & Interior Finishes Estimating

Wall and ceiling drywall, metal stud framing, insulation, specialty boards, and all interior finish materials quantified and priced by area, room, or floor level — with Florida mold-resistant board requirements and fire-rated assembly costs built in.

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Metal Stud & Track Framing

Non-structural metal stud and track quantities for all interior partitions — by stud gauge, spacing, and height. Fire-rated assemblies, shaftwall systems, and stairwell enclosures measured and priced separately.

Metal Studs (LF)TrackShaftwallFire-Rated
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Drywall Board Quantities

Standard, moisture-resistant, mold-resistant, impact-resistant, Type X, and abuse-resistant gypsum board quantities in SF by area — with Florida’s humid climate requiring mold-resistant board in bathrooms, kitchens, and Florida rooms as code minimum.

Standard GWB (SF)Mold-ResistantType XImpact Board

Finishing Levels & Taping

Taping, mudding, and finishing priced by finish level (Level 3, 4, or 5) — with Level 5 skim coat specified for areas receiving gloss or semi-gloss paint, sconces, or critical lighting. Textured finishes priced separately.

Level 3 / 4 / 5Skim CoatTextureReveals
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Specialty Ceilings & Soffits

Suspended acoustic tile (ACT) ceilings, drywall ceilings and soffits, exposed structure areas, specialty gypsum systems, and tray ceiling assemblies quantified in SF by type and height.

ACT Ceilings (SF)Drywall CeilingsSoffitsTray Ceilings
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Batt & Rigid Insulation

Batt insulation in exterior walls and ceilings, closed-cell spray foam for Florida energy code compliance, rigid foam sheathing, and sound batt in interior partitions — all measured in SF by R-value and assembly type.

Batt InsulationSpray FoamRigid FoamSound Batt

✅ Drywall Estimates Include

  • GWB SF by board type and thickness
  • Metal stud and track LF by gauge and height
  • Finishing level specified per area or room
  • Mold-resistant board per Florida humidity requirements
  • Fire-rated assembly costs by UL design number
  • ACT and specialty ceiling SF by system
  • Accessories — corner bead, J-trim, reveals, casing beads

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Trade 06

Flooring & Tile Estimating

Complete flooring takeoffs and cost estimates for all flooring types — porcelain and ceramic tile, luxury vinyl plank, carpet, polished concrete, epoxy, hardwood, and terrazzo — organized by room, area, or building level.

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Porcelain & Ceramic Tile

Floor and wall tile quantities in SF by tile size, pattern, and grout joint — including substrate (uncoupling membrane, mortar bed, CBU), grout, sealers, and trim pieces. Large-format tiles and rectified edges priced accurately.

Floor Tile (SF)Wall TileLarge FormatGrout / Sealer
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Luxury Vinyl Plank & Tile (LVP/LVT)

LVP and LVT quantities by SF — floating, glue-down, and loose-lay installations. Florida’s slab-on-grade construction makes moisture control critical; moisture mitigation systems priced as a standard inclusion.

LVP (SF)LVTMoisture MitigationTransitions
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Polished Concrete & Epoxy Floors

Concrete grinding, densifier, polish, and sealer for polished concrete floors — or shot blasting, primer, broadcast aggregate, and epoxy top coat for industrial epoxy floors. Widely used in Florida commercial and industrial projects.

Polished ConcreteEpoxy CoatingDensifierBroadcast Chip
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Carpet & Carpet Tile

Broadloom carpet and carpet tile quantities in SY and SF — by specification, pattern match waste, pad type, and installation method (stretch-in or glue-down). Common in Florida office and hospitality projects.

Broadloom (SY)Carpet Tile (SF)PadTransitions

Terrazzo & Specialty Flooring

Poured-in-place and precast terrazzo, natural stone (marble, travertine, granite), rubber flooring, resin flooring, and raised access floors — measured and priced by specialty contractor rates.

TerrazzoNatural StoneRubber FlooringRaised Access

✅ Flooring Estimates Include

  • Floor quantities in SF / SY by area and finish type
  • Substrate and underlayment by system
  • Pattern and cut waste factors applied by tile size
  • Moisture mitigation for Florida slab-on-grade
  • Transitions, thresholds, and base molding by LF
  • Demolition and disposal of existing flooring
  • Floor prep — grinding, patching, self-leveling where needed

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Trade 07

Painting & Coatings Estimating

Interior and exterior painting quantities and costs for all surfaces — drywall, concrete, masonry, stucco, metal, and wood — with Florida-specific exterior coating requirements for UV resistance, humidity, and coastal salt-air environments.

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Interior Painting

Wall, ceiling, and trim painting quantities by SF and LF — primer coats, finish coats, sheen level, and surface type. Separate pricing for accent walls, textured surfaces, and specialty finishes (faux, metallic, epoxy).

Walls / Ceilings (SF)Trim (LF)Primer CoatsSpecialty Finish
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Exterior Painting & Coatings

Exterior stucco, masonry, wood, and metal surface painting with Florida-rated UV-resistant and mold-resistant coatings. Coastal environments within one mile of saltwater require enhanced corrosion-resistant coating systems.

Stucco ExteriorUV-ResistantCoastal CoatingsMasonry Paint
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Structural Steel & Metal Coatings

Primer, intermediate, and finish coat systems for exposed structural steel — SSPC surface prep standards, rust-inhibitive primers, and topcoats specified for Florida’s humidity and coastal zone exposure categories.

Steel PrimerSSPC StandardsFinish CoatGalvanizing
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Epoxy & Industrial Coatings

Epoxy floor coatings, wall coatings for commercial kitchens and healthcare facilities, and chemical-resistant coatings — with proper surface preparation, primer coat, and topcoat system pricing per MPI and manufacturer specs.

Epoxy FloorsKitchen CoatingsChemical-ResistantMPI Standards

✅ Painting Estimates Include

  • Wall and ceiling SF by surface type and coat system
  • Doors and frames priced by EA
  • Trim and millwork by LF
  • Florida exterior coating system per exposure zone
  • Surface preparation — filling, caulking, sanding
  • Masking, protection, and cleanup allowances
  • Stripe painting and line marking for parking lots

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Trade 08

Electrical Estimating

Complete electrical cost estimates from service entrance to devices — service and distribution, feeders, panelboards, branch circuits, lighting, emergency power, and low-voltage systems priced to NEC and Florida Electrical Code requirements.

Service & Distribution

Utility service entrance, main switchboard, transformers, and distribution panelboards — sized per electrical load calculations, Florida utility requirements, and coordination with FPL, Duke Energy, or TECO service specifications.

Service EntranceSwitchboardDistribution PanelsTransformers
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Lighting Systems

Interior and exterior lighting fixture counts, branch circuit rough-in, conduit and wire, dimming controls, and occupancy sensors — with Florida Energy Code Title 24 compliance costs and LED fixture specifications.

Fixtures (EA)Branch CircuitsDimmersFL Energy Code
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Emergency & Standby Power

Diesel generators, automatic transfer switches, UPS systems, and emergency distribution — sized for Florida’s life-safety requirements for healthcare, high-rise, and public buildings under FBC emergency power provisions.

Generator (KW)ATSUPSLife-Safety Circuits
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Low-Voltage & Data Systems

Structured cabling (Cat6/6A), fiber optic, fire alarm, access control, security cameras, audio/visual, and nurse call systems — rough-in and device pricing by specification and system type.

Data / Cat6Fire AlarmAccess ControlAV Systems

✅ Electrical Estimates Include

  • Service entrance and metering equipment
  • Conduit quantities by type (EMT, RMC, PVC) and size in LF
  • Wire by gauge and circuit type in LF
  • Fixtures, devices, and panels by EA with labor
  • Florida Energy Code compliance costs
  • Emergency power system — generator, ATS, wiring
  • Low-voltage systems as separate line items or package

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Trade 09

Plumbing Estimating

Domestic water, sanitary waste, roof drainage, natural gas, and fixture rough-in for all project types — with Florida’s elevated water table, high water pressure variations, and reclaimed water system requirements built into every estimate.

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Domestic Water Systems

Cold and hot water piping in copper, CPVC, or PEX — from meter to fixtures, with recirculation loops, pressure-reducing valves, backflow preventers, and water heater connections sized and priced per fixture unit counts.

Copper / PEXRecirc LoopBackflow PreventerWater Heater
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Sanitary Waste & Vent

Sanitary drain, waste, and vent piping in PVC, cast iron, or ABS — from fixtures to building drain and connection to public sewer or septic system. Florida’s slab-on-grade requires under-slab rough-in priced separately.

Under-Slab DWVPVC / Cast IronVent StacksClean-Outs
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Natural Gas & LP Systems

Natural gas and propane piping for residential appliances, commercial kitchen equipment, pool and spa heaters, and generator fuel systems — in CSST, black iron, or copper with sizing, pressure testing, and meter connection.

CSST PipingBlack IronPool HeatersGenerator Gas
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Reclaimed Water Systems

Florida’s reclaimed water (reuse) infrastructure is common throughout the state — separate purple-pipe distribution systems for irrigation, toilet flushing, and cooling tower makeup, sized and priced per utility service availability.

Reclaimed / ReusePurple PipeIrrigation ConnectionBackflow

✅ Plumbing Estimates Include

  • Pipe quantities by type, size, and system in LF
  • Under-slab rough-in priced separately from above-slab
  • Fixture rough-in and trim by EA with labor
  • Water heater and boiler equipment and connections
  • Gas piping sizing and pressure testing allowances
  • Reclaimed water system where applicable by county
  • Roof drainage — drains, leaders, and overflow scuppers

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Trade 10

HVAC & Mechanical Estimating

Ductwork, equipment, refrigerant piping, controls, and balancing for all HVAC system types — estimated for Florida’s extreme cooling load, high humidity, and strict Florida Energy Code efficiency requirements.

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Split & Packaged Systems

Residential and light commercial split systems, package units, and mini-split (ductless) systems — equipment, refrigerant piping, electrical connections, and condensate drainage sized for Florida’s cooling-dominant climate.

Split SystemsPackage UnitsMini-SplitsCondensate Drain
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VRF / VRV Systems

Variable refrigerant flow multi-zone systems for commercial applications — outdoor units, branch circuit controllers, indoor units, refrigerant piping, and controls priced by zone count and pipe run lengths.

VRF Outdoor UnitsBranch ControllersRefrigerant PipingControls
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Chilled Water & Central Plant

Chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, chilled water pumps, and distribution piping for large commercial and institutional projects — with Florida’s high ambient temperatures affecting equipment sizing and efficiency ratings.

ChillersCooling TowersAHUsCHW Piping
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Ductwork & Distribution

Sheet metal ductwork, flex duct, duct board, VAV boxes, diffusers, grilles, and registers quantified in LB or SF — with duct leakage testing and Florida Energy Code duct sealing requirements priced as standard items.

Sheet Metal (LB)Flex DuctVAV BoxesDiffusers (EA)

✅ HVAC Estimates Include

  • Equipment by EA with Florida Energy Code EER/SEER ratings
  • Ductwork in LB of sheet metal or LF of flex duct
  • Refrigerant piping by diameter and LF
  • Electrical connections and disconnect switches
  • Duct leakage testing per Florida Energy Code
  • Balancing and commissioning allowances
  • Attic and crawl space installation labor premiums

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Trade 11

Fire Protection Estimating

Wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, and ESFR sprinkler systems — plus fire alarm, suppression, and emergency notification priced to NFPA 13, 72, and 101 requirements for Florida’s commercial, residential, and institutional buildings.

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Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems

The most common system in Florida commercial buildings — mains, branch lines, sprinkler heads by coverage type, hangers, drain connections, and backflow preventer sized by hazard classification and NFPA 13 density requirements.

Heads (EA)Pipe (LF)HangersBackflow
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ESFR High-Piled Storage

Early Suppression Fast Response systems for Florida warehouses — K-25 or K-34 ESFR heads, supply mains, and pump room equipment per FM Global and NFPA 13 high-piled storage requirements.

ESFR HeadsFire PumpFM GlobalIn-Rack
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Fire Alarm & Notification

FACP, smoke and heat detectors, pull stations, horn/strobe notification appliances, and addressable loops — per NFPA 72 and Florida AHJ requirements, with voice evacuation for high-rise buildings.

FACPSmoke DetectorsHorn / StrobeVoice Evac
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Kitchen Hood Suppression

Wet chemical suppression for commercial cooking equipment — hood, ductwork, nozzles, gas and electric interlocks, UL 300 compliance for Florida’s dense restaurant and hospitality market.

Wet ChemicalUL 300Hood NozzlesGas Interlock

✅ Fire Protection Estimates Include

  • Pipe by size and material in LF
  • Sprinkler head count by type and coverage density
  • Fire pump and jockey pump where required
  • Fire alarm devices and FACP by EA
  • Hydraulic calculation and engineering allowances
  • Test and drain assemblies per NFPA 13
  • Florida AHJ inspection and permit fee allowances

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Trade 12

Sitework & Civil Estimating

Earthwork, drainage, underground utilities, and environmental compliance estimated for Florida’s flat terrain, high water table, SFWMD stormwater requirements, and county-specific road specs.

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Earthwork & Mass Grading

Cut/fill volumes, import fill, mass and fine grading, compaction testing, and dewatering — with Florida’s high groundwater table driving significant dewatering costs on most projects.

Cut / Fill (CY)DewateringImport FillCompaction
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Stormwater & Drainage

Retention ponds, exfiltration trenches, swale grading, catch basins, and storm sewer — meeting SFWMD and county stormwater specifications with accurate pond excavation volumes.

Retention PondsExfiltrationStorm SewerSFWMD
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Underground Utilities

Water main, sanitary sewer, force main, reclaimed water, gas, and electrical conduit — quantified by pipe type, size, and trench depth with bedding and infrastructure connection costs.

Water MainSanitary SewerReclaimed WaterConduit
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Landscaping & Irrigation

Florida-approved planting, sod, mulch, trees, and irrigation — with reclaimed water irrigation connections and Florida-Friendly landscaping standards per county requirements.

Sod (SF)PlantingIrrigationTree Install

✅ Sitework Estimates Include

  • Earthwork CY from civil grading plan
  • Florida high water table dewatering allowances
  • Underground utility LF by pipe size and material
  • SFWMD and county stormwater compliance costs
  • Sod, planting, and irrigation by SF / EA
  • NPDES SWPPP and environmental mitigation
  • Utility tap and connection fee estimates by county

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Trade 13

Windows, Doors & Glazing Estimating

Opening schedule counts priced by unit type, impact rating, and Florida Product Approval number — with HVHZ compliance for Miami-Dade and Broward, and full storefront and curtain wall system pricing.

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Impact Windows & Doors

Florida Product Approval-rated impact windows and doors — all unit types counted from opening schedule with HVHZ compliance and wind zone 4 pricing for coastal counties.

Impact UnitsHVHZ RatedFPA NumberInstallation
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Storefront & Curtain Wall

Aluminum storefront, structural silicone glazed, and unitized curtain wall — SF quantities with glass type, thermal break, and sealant for Florida hurricane and energy code compliance.

Storefront (SF)Curtain WallUnitizedThermal Break
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Hollow Metal & Hardware

Steel door and frame quantities from door schedule — labeled fire-rated assemblies, hardware sets including closers, exit devices, and access control hardware by opening type.

HM Doors (EA)Fire-RatedHardware SetsAccess Control

✅ Windows & Doors Estimates Include

  • Window and door counts by unit type from opening schedule
  • Florida Product Approval ratings noted per unit
  • HVHZ compliance costs for Miami-Dade and Broward
  • Storefront and curtain wall in SF with frame system
  • Complete hardware sets by opening type
  • Sill flash, sealant, and installation per FBC
  • Glazing type — LoE, laminated, tempered, insulated

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Trade 14

Structural Steel & Rebar Estimating

Structural steel tonnage and rebar takeoffs from structural drawings — with Florida wind load, coastal zone, and HVHZ connection requirements built into every fabrication and erection estimate.

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Structural Steel Fabrication & Erection

Wide flange columns, beams, and girders in tons — shop drawings, fabrication, primer, delivery, crane erection, field bolting, and weld inspections with Florida coastal zone corrosion protection.

Wide Flange (TONS)FabricationCrane ErectionCoastal Primer
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Rebar & Reinforcing

Reinforcing bar quantities in LB and TON by bar size and floor level — with lap splices, hooks, ties, and Florida seismic and wind detailing for columns, walls, and foundations.

Rebar (LB/TON)Bar SizesLap SplicesSeismic Details
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Joists, Deck & Misc Metals

Steel joists, joist girders, roof and floor deck, and miscellaneous metals — stairs, handrails, ladders, embeds, and bollards counted and priced by EA or fabricated weight.

OW Joists (EA)Roof Deck (SF)StairsMisc Metals

✅ Steel Estimates Include

  • Structural steel tonnage by member type
  • Rebar in LB / TON by bar size and element
  • Shop drawing and structural engineering allowances
  • Florida coastal zone corrosion protection coating
  • High-strength bolts and field weld quantities
  • Joist, deck, and miscellaneous metals by EA / SF
  • Crane mobilization and erection by floor level

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Trade 15

Paving & Concrete Flatwork Estimating

Asphalt paving, concrete paving, curb and gutter, sidewalks, ADA ramps, and decorative pavers — estimated with Florida county road specs, limerock base requirements, and ADA compliance costs.

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Asphalt Paving

Paving in SY and TON — base, leveling, and surface course per Florida DOT and county specs with limerock base rock and stabilized subgrade requirements unique to Florida’s sandy soils.

Asphalt (TON/SY)Limerock BaseSubgrade Stab.Milling
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Concrete Paving & Flatwork

Concrete drives, loading docks, plazas, and service areas in SF and CY — with doweled joints, reinforcement, and hot-weather concreting admixtures required for Florida’s climate.

Concrete (SF/CY)DowelsControl JointsBroom Finish
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Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk & ADA

Type D and F curb and gutter in LF, concrete sidewalks, ADA-compliant ramps with truncated domes, and accessible routes per Florida ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

Curb & Gutter (LF)Sidewalk (SF)ADA RampsTruncated Domes
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Pavers & Decorative Flatwork

Concrete, clay brick, travertine, and natural stone pavers in SF — sand-set, mortar-set, and pedestal-set systems for pool decks, walkways, plazas, and hospitality applications statewide.

Concrete PaversTravertineClay BrickPedestal Set

✅ Paving Estimates Include

  • Asphalt in TON and SY by course and county spec
  • Limerock base and stabilized subgrade by SY
  • Concrete in SF and CY by thickness and use
  • Curb and gutter by type and LF
  • Sidewalk and ADA ramps per Florida Standards
  • Pavement striping, marking, and signage
  • Milling and disposal of existing pavement

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Trade 16

Insulation Estimating

Thermal and acoustic insulation quantified to Florida Energy Code requirements — closed-cell spray foam, batt, rigid foam, and pipe insulation for Florida’s humidity-dominant climate and cooling-driven energy code.

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Closed-Cell Spray Foam

The preferred Florida insulation choice — closed-cell SPF provides high R-value per inch, air barrier, and vapor retarder in one application. Under-roof-deck application eliminates ventilation requirements in Florida’s hot-humid climate.

Closed-Cell (SF)Under Roof DeckAir BarrierVapor Retarder
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Batt & Blown Insulation

Fiberglass and mineral wool batt in walls and ceilings, plus blown-in for attic floors — R-values per Florida Energy Code by climate zone (zones 1–3 in Florida with specific R-value requirements).

Batt (SF)Blown-InAttic (R-38+)FL Energy Code
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Rigid Foam & Continuous Insulation

XPS, EPS, and polyiso rigid foam for exterior wall CI, below-slab, and roof applications — per Florida Energy Code continuous insulation requirements for commercial building envelopes.

XPS / EPS (SF)PolyisoBelow SlabContinuous Insul.
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Acoustic & Pipe Insulation

Sound batt for multifamily and hospitality partitions, mechanical equipment isolation, duct wrap, and pipe insulation — with STC ratings for Florida’s dense residential and hospitality construction markets.

Sound BattDuct WrapPipe Insul. (LF)STC Rated

✅ Insulation Estimates Include

  • All insulation types in SF by R-value and assembly
  • Florida Energy Code compliance R-values per climate zone
  • Closed-cell SPF under roof deck where specified
  • Pipe insulation by pipe size and LF
  • Acoustic insulation by partition type and STC
  • Air and vapor barrier systems as part of wall assembly
  • Fireproofing intumescent coatings where code requires
Florida Knowledge Built In

Why Florida Trade Estimating Is Different

Every trade is affected by Florida’s unique construction environment. Our estimators know which codes apply, which products are Florida Product Approved, and which costs generic national databases consistently underestimate.

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HVHZ & Wind Load Costs

Miami-Dade and Broward HVHZ requirements add real cost to every opening, roof, and structural connection — we price this as standard, not as an afterthought.

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High Water Table

Dewatering, elevated slab design, moisture barriers, and under-slab drainage are Florida constants — and frequently missing from national estimates.

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CBS Block, Not Wood Frame

Florida residential is CBS block and stucco. Our material databases and labor rates reflect this, not wood-frame defaults from national databases.

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Florida Energy Code

Cooling-dominant climate zone requirements for insulation, glazing, duct sealing, and HVAC efficiency are always factored into MEP and envelope estimates.

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County Permit Schedules

Permit fees vary dramatically across Florida’s 67 counties — we apply current fee schedules for each county rather than using generic allowances.

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Regional Labor Rates

South Florida, Central Florida, and North Florida have meaningfully different labor costs — we apply the right rates for your project’s location.

How It Works

Get Your Trade Estimate in 4 Steps

1

Send Your Plans

Email drawings, specs, or scope notes — any format works.

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Get a Flat-Fee Quote

We review the scope and reply with a price and timeline same day.

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We Build Your Estimate

Florida pricing applied, every quantity measured from your drawings.

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Delivered Bid-Ready

Excel + PDF in your inbox with one revision round included.

Estimate Request

Request Your Trade Estimate

Tell us which trade and project you need estimated — we’ll respond with a scope confirmation and flat-fee quote the same business day.

Trade Estimate Request

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PDF, CAD, images, and documents

🔒 Your information is secure and never shared. We respond the same business day.

📄 What to Include

  • Plans, specs, or scope notes for the trade
  • Drawings in PDF, CAD, or image format
  • Issued addenda or revisions
  • Bid deadline, if applicable

✅ What You Receive

  • Detailed quantity takeoff or cost estimate
  • Florida-specific labor and material pricing
  • Excel workbook + PDF summary
  • One revision round included

Email Us Directly

Prefer to skip the form? Send your plans straight to our team.

info@estimateflorida.com
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Estimate Any Florida Construction Trade Today

Send us your plans and we’ll respond the same business day with a flat-fee quote. No commitment required — fast, accurate numbers for your next Florida bid.

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