Answers before you ask

No. Revisions are free with no limit — scope changes, addenda, pricing updates, substitutions, and any adjustments through bid day. One flat fee covers everything start to finish.

None. One flat fee covers the full estimate, all deliverables, a review walkthrough, unlimited revisions, and support through submission. No surprise charges at any point.

A simple two-payment model: 50% up front to begin, and the remaining 50% after delivery once you've reviewed the work. You only pay the balance when you're satisfied.

Most estimates land within 24 to 48 hours of receiving your plans and details. For tight deadlines we offer rush delivery — the goal is that you never miss a bid because of timing.

Once we review your plans, you get an exact quote for our services within 15 to 20 minutes. On approval we start immediately.

Reach out right away by phone, text, or email. We offer rush delivery and will do everything possible to hit your deadline — we'll assess the timeline and start immediately.

We handle revisions ASAP — most are done same day. On bid day your project is our top priority so you have everything before the deadline.

Yes, and it's a strength. Our real-time pricing database connects to local suppliers and vendors nationwide. We input your project ZIP code and pull current material, labor, equipment, and disposal costs for that specific market, so your estimate reflects real local conditions — not national averages.

Yes. We provide estimating nationwide, whether the project is in a major metro or a rural market — we have local pricing data for it.

Absolutely. Each project gets location-specific pricing by ZIP code regardless of where the others are.

Our database captures regional variation in material pricing, prevailing and union vs. non-union labor, equipment rental, and even fuel and transport, so every estimate reflects the market where the work happens.

All trades and CSI divisions — sitework, concrete, masonry, steel, carpentry, roofing, waterproofing, doors and windows, finishes, full MEP, fire protection, communications, security, earthwork, and utilities. A complete one-stop solution.

Residential, commercial, industrial, municipal and government, renovation and remodeling, tenant improvements, new construction, and design-build — typically $50,000 to $5 million.

Both. Clients include GCs needing complete multi-trade estimates, subs needing trade-specific takeoffs, MEP and civil contractors, specialty contractors, developers, and owners.

Yes. We're familiar with prevailing wage, Davis-Bacon, certified payroll considerations, and public bid formatting.

A division-by-division cost breakdown, material takeoffs, labor hours by trade, real-time local pricing, color-coded markup plans, a bid-ready proposal, editable Excel with live formulas, a price summary, and a recap sheet — plus a review walkthrough at no extra cost.

Send your plans and specs to info@massbidestimation.com with your project location, bid deadline, and any specific requirements. We'll review and send an exact quote within 15 to 20 minutes, then begin immediately on your approval.

All common formats — PDF, DWG, DXF, and other standard construction documents. Share via email, Dropbox, OneDrive, or Google Drive.

A few quick questions: whether a material list is required, labor type (union or non-union), overhead and profit percentages, any wage requirements, your preferred pricing level, and your bid deadline — so the estimate fits your needs exactly.

Yes. We adapt to your spreadsheet structure, internal format, or client-facing template, and can incorporate your logo and presentation style.

Absolutely. If you have supplier relationships or negotiated pricing, we'll use your numbers so the estimate reflects your actual margins.

We guarantee accuracy on material quantity takeoffs — if we err on measurements or quantities, we make it right. Every estimate goes through internal QA before delivery.

PlanSwift, Bluebeam Revu, and On-Screen Takeoff for takeoffs; Primavera P6 for scheduling. Estimates are delivered in editable Excel with live formulas so any number can be adjusted and the bid recalculates automatically.

Our real-time database connects to local suppliers by ZIP code. Unlike static national pricing books, it reflects what materials actually cost in that market at the time of your bid.

Yes. Client information, pricing strategy, and project details stay strictly confidential and are never shared. We're happy to sign an NDA if you'd like additional protection.