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Remote Estimation’s journey of estimating residential projects has favored clients with a huge advantage. Our specialty is providing residential estimating services for all types of residential projects. The services start with evaluating traditional projects, which includes calculating the estimated cost breakdown of homes, apartments, or studio flats. We also offer a cost evaluation breakdown of mixed-use facilities and condominiums with an analysis of measurements and scale of the build.

Our professional estimators are available to offer accurate estimation services for mansions

Enterprise-Grade MEP Takeoff Services for Large Commercial Construction Firms in the USA

In today’s ultra-competitive U.S. construction market, large commercial construction firms face enormous pressure to win profitable contracts while minimizing financial risk. From hospitals and data centers to mixed-use towers and institutional builds, one thing is consistent: the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems account for a significant portion of total construction cost and complexity.

That’s why your business needs more than a general cost estimator—you need a specialized partner who understands the intricate details of MEP systems and can deliver MEP takeoff services with precision, speed, and scale.

At Bids Estimation Inc, we provide enterprise-grade construction estimating services that support your bid teams with accurate, detailed MEP takeoffs engineered to help you win more bids, reduce risk, and maximize profitability. Accelerate bidding. Eliminate errors. Win complex projects with precision-focused MEP estimating built for commercial construction at scale. Bid with Confidence on High-Stakes Commercial Projects

Why MEP Estimating Is Critical for Commercial Construction Success

For large-scale commercial construction, MEP systems often represent 30%–60% of a project’s total cost. Errors in these estimates can lead to missed margins, change orders, project delays, and failed inspections. Whether you’re bidding as a general contractor or managing an internal construction estimator team, precise and defensible MEP quantities are non-negotiable.

Common Challenges Faced by Commercial Construction Firms:

  • Estimating complex MEP scopes with outdated or manual tools
  • Uncoordinated takeoffs across disciplines leading to scope gaps or overlaps
  • Inconsistent formatting and assumptions across bid teams
  • High internal labor costs for in-house estimating
  • Increased exposure to financial risk due to inaccurate quantity takeoff services

What Are MEP Takeoff Services?

MEP takeoff services involve the detailed quantification and breakdown of materials, labor, and systems related to:

  • Mechanical: HVAC systems, ductwork, chillers, piping, insulation
  • Electrical: Conduits, cabling, lighting, switchgear, panels, fire alarms
  • Plumbing: Fixtures, piping, drains, valves, pumps, water systems

At Bids Estimation Inc, our expert estimators dissect your drawings—whether 2D plans or 3D BIM models—to deliver accurate, scalable takeoff services aligned with project specifications, code requirements, and market rates.

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Tailored for Large Commercial Construction Companies

We’re not generalists. We focus exclusively on commercial construction estimating services, and our MEP team works with:

  • National and regional construction companies
  • Large mechanical, electrical, and plumbing subcontractors
  • Design-build contractors
  • General contractors seeking integrated general contractor estimates
  • Developers managing enterprise-level commercial portfolios

Whether you’re bidding a 200,000-square-foot hospital or a $100M university expansion, we have the systems and specialists to support your needs.

  • Advanced Estimating Technology That Delivers Results

    We combine human expertise with state-of-the-art technology to deliver estimates that are fast, accurate, and easy to integrate into your existing workflows.

    BIM-Enabled Takeoffs

    We support Revit, AutoCAD MEP, and Navisworks models for enhanced 3D quantification, clash detection insights, and coordinated system takeoffs.

    AI-Assisted Plan Parsing

    Our proprietary automation tools reduce takeoff time by up to 70% while improving accuracy across mechanical and electrical drawings.

    Deliverables Built for Review

    Our reports are segmented by system, floor, and zone—ideal for high-level review by your commercial construction cost estimator, procurement team, or subcontractors.

    Cost Forecasting Integration

    Our outputs plug directly into your estimating or ERP software (ProEst, Buildertrend, Sage, Excel) to streamline downstream costing and bid assembly.

    Comprehensive MEP Takeoff Deliverables

    When you choose our MEP takeoff services, you receive:

    • Detailed line-item material quantities for all MEP systems
    • Labor projections based on regional productivity rates
    • Waste factors and installation allowances
    • System breakdowns by CSI Division or client-specified format
    • Clear annotations and legend matching plan references
    • Export-ready files for your internal estimating platform

    We align with your internal workflows, project schedules, and file formatting requirements—so your teams can focus on strategy, not spreadsheets.

    Case Studies: Enterprise MEP Estimating in Action

    A large GC bidding on a $200M hospital expansion required full MEP takeoffs under tight deadlines. We delivered coordinated HVAC, electrical, and plumbing takeoffs within 72 hours. Our accurate scope quantification contributed to a successful bid and helped the firm stay 4.6% under projected MEP spend.

    We partnered with a national contractor estimating a 1M sq. ft. office tower with multiple high-efficiency HVAC zones. Using BIM files, we produced ductwork and piping takeoffs with precision—and saved the client over 60 internal labor hours.

    Our electrical quantity takeoff services helped a major electrical contractor accurately estimate high-density cabling, switchgear, and redundant power systems for a hyperscale facility. The result? A competitively priced bid, aligned with the owner’s aggressive performance specs.

Why Leading Construction Companies Trust Our MEP Takeoff Services

Our clients choose us not just for what we do—but for how we think:

  • Deep understanding of MEP system interdependencies
  • Commitment to accuracy, transparency, and speed
  • Commercial construction focus—not residential, not small jobs
  • Trusted by top construction companies bidding $50M+ projects
  • Proven results across healthcare, hospitality, data infrastructure, education, and civic sectors

We’re more than a construction estimating service—we’re your dedicated preconstruction partner, providing accurate insights and expert support to help you plan effectively, bid competitively, and build successfully from the start.

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