Core Estimating & Takeoffs
Construction Estimating
NRM2 Full Work Sections 1–41
Complete multi-trade construction estimating combining scaled drawing measurement, trade-by-trade bills of quantities, waste allowances, and prelim schedules.
All 32TradeQuantityTakeoffs
Measured once,
tendered right
across 32 trades.
Every core sector and specialist building trade is measured independently under RICS NRM2 principles across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
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Specialised UK Estimating Trade Packages
Showing 32 of 32 UK specialist estimating services
Core Estimating & Takeoffs
Quantity Takeoff
NRM2 Trade Measurement
Drawing-by-drawing digital quantity measurement producing audit-ready Bills of Quantities and Builders Quantities with transparent area, length, volume, and count verification.
Core Estimating & Takeoffs
Material Takeoff
Procurement & Supply Schedules
Actionable material takeoff lists grouped by UK builders merchant category—blocks, bricks, timbers, plasterboard sheets, fixings, damp proof courses, and finishes.
Sector Estimating
Residential Estimating
NRM1 / NRM2 Housing Elements
End-to-end residential estimating built for UK housebuilders, extension contractors, architects, and self-builders needing reliable build budgets and clear client proposals.
Sector Estimating
Commercial Estimating
NRM2 Commercial Tender Packages
Tender-ready commercial estimating built to withstand main-contractor peer review across shell-and-core, Cat A/Cat B office fit-outs, hospitality, and public-sector frameworks.
Sector Estimating
Industrial Estimating
Heavy Civils, Steel Frame & MEP
High-volume industrial estimating engineered for UK big-box logistics, manufacturing sheds, cold stores, agricultural steel buildings, and heavy HGV service yards.
Sector Estimating
Architectural Estimating
NRM1 Groups 2–3 & NBS Envelope/Finishes
Protect design intent from budget blowouts with architectural takeoffs translating GA plans, facades, roof junctions, staircases, and bespoke joinery into accurate cost models.
Structure, Envelope & Weatherproofing
Structural Estimating
NRM2 Sections 11–16 & Substructure
Full structural package estimating combining substructure concrete, reinforcement, steel tonnage, precast hollowcore planks, and temporary works sequences.
Demolition, Earthworks & Civils
Concrete Estimating
NRM2 Section 11 (In-Situ & Precast Concrete)
Accurate cubic-metre concrete volumes paired with F1–F3 formwork surface areas, construction joints, waterbars, blinding, and slab finishes.
Demolition, Earthworks & Civils
Earthwork Estimating
NRM2 Section 5 (Excavating & Filling)
Accurate pre-construction cut-and-fill volumes, bulking allowances, contaminated spoil segregation, imported aggregates, and compaction layers.
Demolition, Earthworks & Civils
Excavation Estimating
NRM2 Section 5 (Foundations, Basements & Trenches)
Stage-by-stage excavation takeoffs broken into NRM2 depth bands, working-space allowances, earthwork support/shoring, and trench backfill.
Demolition, Earthworks & Civils
Demolition Estimating
NRM2 Sections 3–4 (Demolitions & Alterations)
Detailed soft-strip, structural demolition, façade retention, slab grub-up, and arisings segregation schedules for UK redevelopment tenders.
Structure, Envelope & Weatherproofing
Masonry Estimating
NRM2 Section 14 (Masonry)
Exact brick and block counts, mortar mixes, stainless lintels, cavity trays, wall ties, expansion joints, and architectural soldier/corbel features.
Interiors, Carpentry & Finishes
Carpentry Estimating
NRM2 Section 22 & 25 (First & Second Fix Joinery)
Separated First Fix structural carpentry, Second Fix doors/skirtings/stairs, and Third Fix ironmongery/fitted cabinetry schedules for UK housing and commercial fit-outs.
Structure, Envelope & Weatherproofing
Framing Estimating
NRM2 Section 16 & SFS Metal Framing
Piece-by-piece timber & light-gauge steel framing takeoffs including C24 rafters, engineered I-joists, fink trusses, SFS infill wall studs, and deflection heads.
Structure, Envelope & Weatherproofing
Roofing Estimating
NRM2 Sections 17–18 (Sheet & Tile/Slate Roofing)
True sloped-area roofing takeoffs covering battens, breathable felt, natural slates, plain tiles, dry ridge/verge systems, Code leadwork, single-ply membranes, and tapered insulation.
Interiors, Carpentry & Finishes
Drywall Estimating
NRM2 Section 20 & 28 (Drylining & Suspended Ceilings)
Spec-matched UK drywall takeoffs separating board types (Wallboard, SoundBloc, Fireline, Moisture Resistant, Habito), metal C-studs, deflection heads, mineral wool, and skim/jointing.
Interiors, Carpentry & Finishes
Flooring Estimating
NRM2 Section 28 (Flooring Finishes & Screeds)
Room-by-room floor finish schedules pairing net m2 with roll-width/plank wastage, DPM primers, smoothing compounds, transition strips, and cove formers.
Interiors, Carpentry & Finishes
Painting Estimating
NRM2 Section 29 (Decoration)
Accurate wall, soffit, joinery, metalwork, and specialist coating takeoffs grouped by coat specification (mist-coat + 2 coats, anti-microbial, eggshell, or intumescent DFT).
Structure, Envelope & Weatherproofing
Doors & Windows Estimating
NRM2 Section 24 & 25 (Doors, Windows & Curtain Walling)
Itemised opening-by-opening fenestration and internal doorset schedules checking plan marks against elevations, acoustic/fire ratings, and ironmongery.
Structure, Envelope & Weatherproofing
Insulation Estimating
NRM2 Part L Thermal & Acoustic Insulation
Thickness-specific insulation takeoffs across foundations, cavity walls, rafters, warm flat roofs, party walls, and acoustic partitions.
Structure, Envelope & Weatherproofing
Waterproofing Estimating
BS 8102 Type A/B/C Structural Waterproofing
Combined Grade 1–3 structural waterproofing takeoffs covering Newton/Delta Type C cavity drainage, crystalline slurry, Type B waterbars, sump chambers, and podium membranes.
Interiors, Carpentry & Finishes
Landscaping Estimating
NRM2 Section 33–35 (External Works, Fencing & Planting)
Complete external hardscape and softworks takeoffs covering permeable paving, porcelain patios, timber/acoustic fencing, retaining planters, imported topsoil, turf, and planting.
Mechanical, Electrical & Fire Services
Plumbing Estimating
NRM2 Section 38 (Disposal & Piped Supply Systems)
Pipe-size-specific plumbing takeoffs from schematics and floor plans: copper/PEX/MLCP distribution, above-ground HDPE/uPVC drainage, lagged pipe runs, valves, and fixtures.
Mechanical, Electrical & Fire Services
Mechanical Estimating
NRM2 Section 38 (Mechanical Engineering Services)
Audit-ready mechanical engineering takeoffs covering welded/grooved carbon steel, LTHW/CHW headers, air-source heat pumps, pump sets, BMS control points, and insulation.
Mechanical, Electrical & Fire Services
HVAC Estimating
NRM2 Section 38 (Ventilation & Comfort Cooling)
Complete HVAC measurement translating ventilation plans into DW144 rectangular/circular ductwork gauges, bends, attenuators, VRF copper refrigerant runs, MVHR boxes, and grilles.
Mechanical, Electrical & Fire Services
Electrical Estimating
NRM2 Section 39 (Electrical Engineering Services)
Full electrical engineering takeoffs measuring containment tray/trunking, SWA sub-mains, luminaire types, small power accessories, distribution boards, fire alarms, and EV charging.
Mechanical, Electrical & Fire Services
Fire Protection Estimating
BS EN 12845 Sprinklers & Passive Fire Stopping
Dual-discipline active and passive fire protection takeoffs covering sprinkler range/main pipework, sprinkler heads, pump tanks, dry risers, and penetration fire-sealing.
Structure, Envelope & Weatherproofing
Steel Estimating
NRM2 Section 15 (Framed & Architectural Metalwork)
Member-by-member steel weight schedules (UK BS/EN serial sizes) separating fabrication tonnage, connection plates/bolts, surface treatment (galvanised vs primer vs intumescent), and erection cranes.
Demolition, Earthworks & Civils
Reinforcement & Rebar Estimating
BS 8666 Bar Bending & Mesh Schedules
Precision reinforcement bar weight (B500B/C) and fabric mesh sheet takeoffs across pile caps, ground beams, retaining walls, slabs, and RC cores, including lap and chair allowances.
Demolition, Earthworks & Civils
Sitework Estimating
NRM2 Sections 33–36 (Roads, Drainage & Utilities)
Comprehensive infrastructure takeoffs covering foul and surface water manholes, SuDS attenuation tanks, adoptable Section 38/278 carriageways, kerbing, and multi-utility trenching.
Interiors, Carpentry & Finishes
Finishes Estimating
NRM2 Sections 27–31 (Plaster, Tiling, Ceilings & Joinery)
Room-by-room internal finish schedules consolidating wet plasters, rendered walls, acoustic suspended ceilings, wall tiling, decorative slat panels, washrooms, and loose FF&E.
Measurement & Deliverable Parameters
How are multi-trade UK takeoffs standardised across all 32 trades?
| Estimating Parameter | Technical Specification | Standard / Audit Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Full Trade Matrix | 32 discrete UK estimating & quantity takeoff disciplines | Core NRM2 sections 1–41 across substructure, envelope, finishes & MEP |
| Units & Drawing Scales | m2, m3, m, kg, t & nr verified from 1:50 / 1:100 PDF & CAD sets | Every item cross-referenced to structural/architectural sheet codes |
| Waste & Prelim Control | 5%–10% typical cutting waste isolated from net quantities | Open-formula 100% unlocked Excel + colour-coded PDF overlays |
| Upload Limit & Turnaround | Files up to 25 MB accepted · 24–48 hr small package target | Multi-trade commercial & industrial tenders typically 3–5 working days |
Calibration note: 1:50 and 1:100 architectural and structural drawings are scaled to 25 mm masonry tolerances and 100 mm thermal zones, isolating 5 percent to 10 percent wastage from net quantities.
What FAQs explain how our 32 UK estimating services work?
Do your construction estimates follow UK RICS NRM2 measurement rules?
Yes. We structure bills of quantities to RICS NRM2 work sections (or SMM7 / RIBA Stage elemental NRM1 budgets where requested), ensuring domestic subcontractors, main contractors, and quantity surveyors can audit every measurement against your drawing register.
What files do I receive when a takeoff or estimate is completed?
You receive an open-formula Microsoft Excel workbook (trade summary, line-by-line quantities, waste factors, and notes tabs), colour-coded PDF drawing mark-ups verifying measured zones, and a written RFI / clarification sheet flagging any drawing discrepancies or missing details.
Can I commission a single specialist trade rather than a whole-project estimate?
Yes. Many subcontractors come to us exclusively for single-trade takeoffs—such as drylining, roofing, brickwork, structural steelwork, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, groundworks, or concrete rebar—while main contractors often commission multi-trade tender packages.
Do you cover residential extensions as well as commercial and industrial schemes?
Yes. Our estimating team measures across domestic extensions, loft conversions, and multi-unit housing right through to commercial Cat A/B office fit-outs, hospitality refurbishments, and steel-framed industrial warehouses across the UK.