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Electrical Estimating Services
Professional Electrical Estimating Services in the USA
Complete Electrical Quantity Takeoffs
Winning electrical bids starts with accurate quantities. Our electrical estimating services give electrical contractors, general contractors and developers detailed takeoffs and cost estimates. We count and measure every item on your drawings and organize it by system, floor and area, so your team can review it in minutes.
What’s included in our electrical takeoffs
- Lighting and controls: fixtures by type, switches, dimmers, occupancy sensors and lighting control panels
- Power distribution: switchgear, panelboards, transformers, disconnects and motor control centers
- Branch wiring: conduit by size and type (EMT, PVC, RMC, MC cable), wire by gauge and fittings
- Devices: receptacles, GFCI and AFCI devices, junction boxes and floor boxes
- Feeders: feeder runs, cable tray and busway
- Low voltage systems: data and telecom, fire alarm, security, access control and CCTV
- Site electrical: site lighting, underground conduit and service entrance
- Grounding and bonding: ground rods, grounding conductors and bonding jumpers
Code-Compliant Electrical Estimates
Our electrical estimates follow the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local amendments. Where it applies, we also account for state and city requirements, such as California Title 24 lighting rules and the New York City Electrical Code. Code-aware quantities mean fewer change orders and fewer surprises after award.
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Fast, Detailed Reporting
Local CA/NY Utility Pricing
Adherence to NEC & State Codes
Accurate Electrical Cost Estimating
Quantities are only half the bid. Every electrical estimate also includes:
- Material pricing based on current costs in your project’s location
- Labor hours for each item, using standard labor units adjusted for the project
- Labor cost based on local wage rates
- Equipment and lift costs where the project requires them
- A bid-ready summary with totals by system, floor and area
Our Electrical Estimating Process
- Send your plans. Upload PDF drawings and specifications, or share your bid link.
- Get a quote. We review the scope and confirm the price and delivery time.
- We do the takeoff. Our estimators measure and count every item in PlanSwift, Trimble or Bluebeam Revu.
- We price it. Materials and labor are priced for your project’s location.
- You receive your electrical estimate. You get an Excel estimate and marked-up drawings, usually within 24–48 hours.
Who uses our electrical estimating services
- Electrical contractors who want to bid more jobs without hiring more estimators
- General contractors who need reliable electrical numbers for a complete bid
- Developers and owners who need budget estimates during design
- Suppliers preparing material quotes
Projects we estimate
Commercial offices, retail stores, multifamily and residential buildings, hospitals and healthcare facilities, schools, hotels, restaurants, warehouses and industrial facilities, and tenant improvements.
Why Contractors Choose Us
- Fast turnaround: most estimates in 24–48 hours
- Detailed and easy to check: line-item quantities with color-coded marked-up drawings
- Local pricing: material and labor costs matched to your project’s location
- Industry software: PlanSwift, Trimble and Bluebeam Revu
- Your files stay private: we use your drawings only to prepare your estimate
Electrical Estimating FAQs
How much do electrical estimating services cost?
The price depends on the size of the project, the number of systems and the drawing set. Send us your plans and we will give you a free quote before any work starts.
How long does an electrical estimate take?
Most electrical estimates are delivered within 24–48 hours. Large or complex projects can take longer, and we confirm the timeline before we begin.
What files do you need?
PDF drawings are enough to start. Electrical specifications, panel schedules and lighting fixture schedules help us give you a more detailed estimate.
Do you include low voltage systems?
Yes. We can include data, fire alarm, security, access control and CCTV in the same estimate, or price them separately.
What format will I receive?
You will receive an Excel estimate with quantities, material costs and labor, plus marked-up PDF drawings so you can verify every count.
Call +1 302-556-0442 or email info@mepestimationservices.com to get your estimate started today.