Bidmere takeoff prices by job size
| Job size | Takeoff only (quantities) | Single-trade estimate (quantities and pricing) |
|---|---|---|
| Small: up to 10,000 SF | $149 to $295 | $195 to $395 |
| Mid-size: 10,000 to 50,000 SF | $295 to $695 | $395 to $895 |
| Large: over 50,000 SF, or several buildings | From $695 | From $895 |
Single-trade work is ready in 48 hours. Rush (24 hours) adds 30%, and you get 25% off your first estimate. Every job gets a fixed quote within 2 business hours, and you pay only after you accept. Full list on pricing.
What other firms publish
| Firm or source | Published price | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| World Estimating | About $200 for a specific trade takeoff | November 9, 2026 |
| Edge Estimates (subcontractors) | From $250 | November 9, 2026 |
| The Virtual Estimation (survey of its own rates) | Residential single trade $150 to $800; small commercial single trade $300 to $1,000; commercial multi-trade $800 to $3,000 | November 9, 2026 |
These are each firm’s own published claims, linked under Sources. For estimating fees and in-house costs, see construction estimating cost.
Short on time? Send the plans and specs and we do this for you. Fixed quote within 2 business hours. Plan review is free, and you pay only after you accept.
Get a fixed quoteWhat changes the price of a takeoff?
- Size of the plan set: sheets, buildings and floors
- Number of trades
- Complexity: renovation and phasing take longer than repetitive new work
- Completeness of the drawings and specifications
- Detail: a budget range or a bid-day number with alternates
- Deadline: standard or rush
What is included in a takeoff
Measured quantities by trade, area and sheet, in your units, with color-coded marked-up PDF plans. A takeoff has no pricing; a single-trade estimate adds a cost summary at your rates with assumptions, exclusions and open questions. See what a takeoff is and quantity takeoff services.
How long does a takeoff take?
Bidmere single-trade work is ready in 48 hours from your accepted quote and complete documents, or 24 hours with rush. Multi-trade work gets a delivery date in the quote.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction takeoff cost?
At Bidmere, from $149 for one trade on a small job, $295 to $695 on a mid-size job and from $695 on large jobs. Other firms publish single-trade takeoffs from about $150 to $1,000 depending on size.
Is a takeoff cheaper than an estimate?
Yes. A takeoff is quantities only. At Bidmere a takeoff starts at $149 and a single-trade estimate with pricing at $195.
How long does a takeoff take?
48 hours for one trade at Bidmere, 24 hours with rush, from your accepted quote and complete documents.
Do I pay before I see the price?
No. You get a fixed price within 2 business hours, plan review is free, and you pay only after you accept.