Professional Estimating LLC — Construction Estimating & Takeoff Services
CSI MasterFormat Divisions 01–48

22 Specialized Construction Trades Across Canada

Our multi-disciplinary estimating desk covers every CSI division, delivering trade-specific bills of quantities, color-coded markups, and vendor quotation packages starting from CA$65.

In short: We provide full-scope construction takeoffs for 22 CSI trades across Canada with 24–48h turnaround, editable Excel BOQs, and postal-code labour calibrations from CA$65.

Canadian Trade Estimating Matrix & Turnaround Benchmarks

Summary of CSI divisions, typical turnaround windows, and starting rates for contractors across Canada.

Trade Discipline CSI Division Specialized Scopes Standard Delivery Starting Fee
General Construction Div 01–48 18 Scopes 24–48 hours CA$65
Electrical Div 26–28 15 Scopes 24–48 hours CA$65
Mechanical Div 23 & 40 13 Scopes 24–48 hours CA$65
HVAC Div 23 14 Scopes 24–48 hours CA$65
Plumbing Div 22 13 Scopes 24–48 hours CA$65
MEP Combined Div 21, 22, 23, 26–28 10 Scopes 24–48 hours CA$65
Fire Protection Div 21 & 28 11 Scopes 24–48 hours CA$65
Concrete Div 03 12 Scopes 24–48 hours CA$65
Masonry Div 04 10 Scopes 24–48 hours CA$65
Structural Steel Div 05 11 Scopes 24–48 hours CA$65
Div 01–48 24–48 hours

General Construction Estimating Services

Full-scope CSI MasterFormat and CIQS elemental estimates, quantity takeoffs, general requirements and bid-day levelling sheets for general contractors, developers and owners across Canada.

Governing Standards:
CCDC 2 stipulated price contract CIQS elemental cost format
Included Scopes (18 services):
From CA$65 View General Construction Hub →
Div 26–28 24–48 hours

Electrical Estimating Services

CEC-compliant electrical takeoffs covering 600Y/347V and 120/208V distribution, feeders, branch conduit and wire, lighting, fire alarm, solar PV and low-voltage systems, with labour units adjusted for Canadian crews.

Governing Standards:
Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 CAN/ULC-S524 fire alarm installation
Included Scopes (15 services):
From CA$65 View Electrical Hub →
Div 23 & 40 24–48 hours

Mechanical Estimating Services

Central boiler and chiller plants, welded carbon and stainless piping, hydronic loops, pumps and mechanical insulation, built with MCAA labour factors and registered to CSA B51 where pressure piping applies.

Governing Standards:
CSA B51 boiler, pressure vessel and pressure piping code National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings (NECB)
Included Scopes (13 services):
From CA$65 View Mechanical Hub →
Div 23 24–48 hours

HVAC Estimating Services

SMACNA sheet metal weight takeoffs, rooftop units, VAV boxes, VRF heat recovery, HRV/ERV ventilation, cold-climate heat pumps, kitchen and lab exhaust, and TAB allowances for HVAC contractors.

Governing Standards:
SMACNA duct construction standards CSA B52 mechanical refrigeration code
Included Scopes (14 services):
From CA$65 View HVAC Hub →
Div 22 24–48 hours

Plumbing Estimating Services

Underground DWV, cast-iron and PVC sanitary and storm risers, copper and PEX domestic water, commercial fixtures, interceptors, natural gas and CSA Z7396.1 medical gas takeoffs.

Governing Standards:
National Plumbing Code of Canada / provincial plumbing codes CSA B64 backflow prevention
Included Scopes (13 services):
From CA$65 View Plumbing Hub →
Div 21, 22, 23, 26–28 24–48 hours

MEP Estimating Services

Coordinated mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection takeoffs and clash-checked budgets that close the scope gaps between Divisions 21, 22, 23 and 26–28.

Governing Standards:
Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 National Plumbing Code of Canada
Included Scopes (10 services):
From CA$65 View MEP Combined Hub →
Div 21 & 28 24–48 hours

Fire Protection & Fire Suppression Estimating

Wet, dry, pre-action, standpipe, fire pump, clean-agent and kitchen hood suppression takeoffs to NFPA standards referenced by the National Building and Fire Codes, with ULC-listed components.

Governing Standards:
NFPA 13, 14 and 20 (referenced by NBC/NFC) CAN/ULC-S524 and S537 fire alarm
Included Scopes (11 services):
From CA$65 View Fire Protection Hub →
Div 03 24–48 hours

Concrete Estimating

Cubic-metre concrete volumes, formwork contact area, metric rebar tonnage (10M–35M), post-tensioned slabs, precast and tilt-up, pump time and cold-weather protection.

Governing Standards:
CSA A23.1/A23.2 concrete materials and construction CSA G30.18 reinforcing steel
Included Scopes (12 services):
From CA$65 View Concrete Hub →
Div 04 24–48 hours

Masonry Estimating

Unit counts for 190 mm and 290 mm block, modular brick veneer, grout volumes, bond-beam rebar, mortar, flashing and weeps, and scaffold or mast-climber time.

Governing Standards:
CSA A371 masonry construction CSA S304 masonry design
Included Scopes (10 services):
From CA$65 View Masonry Hub →
Div 05 24–48 hours

Structural Steel & Metal Estimating

Piece-by-piece wide-flange and HSS tonnage, open-web steel joists, steel deck, connection allowances, stairs, handrails and crane erection takeoffs.

Governing Standards:
CSA S16 design of steel structures CSA G40.21 structural steel
Included Scopes (11 services):
From CA$65 View Structural Steel Hub →
Div 06 24–48 hours

Carpentry & Wood Estimating

Board-foot and piece-count SPF framing, engineered LVL and I-joists, roof trusses, connectors, mass timber, and AWMAC-grade architectural millwork and cabinetry takeoffs.

Governing Standards:
National Building Code Part 9 CSA O86 engineering design in wood
Included Scopes (12 services):
From CA$65 View Carpentry & Wood Hub →
Div 07 24–48 hours

Roofing Estimating

Pitch-adjusted roof squares, tapered polyiso packages, TPO, EPDM, PVC and SBS membranes, standing-seam metal, asphalt shingles with eave protection, gutters and siding takeoffs.

Governing Standards:
National Building Code snow and wind loads CRCA specifications
Included Scopes (14 services):
From CA$65 View Roofing & Siding Hub →
Div 07 & 09 24–48 hours

Drywall & Insulation Estimating

Wall-type metal stud framing, ULC fire-rated gypsum assemblies, Level 4 and 5 finishing, acoustic ceilings, and spray foam, batt and rigid insulation takeoffs.

Governing Standards:
ULC-listed fire-rated assemblies CSA S136 cold-formed steel
Included Scopes (13 services):
From CA$65 View Drywall & Insulation Hub →
Div 09 24–48 hours

Flooring Estimating

Room-by-room takeoffs with pattern waste for porcelain and ceramic tile, stone, LVT, sheet vinyl, carpet tile, hardwood, epoxy and polished concrete.

Governing Standards:
TTMAC Specification Guide 09 30 00 NFCA flooring specifications
Included Scopes (13 services):
From CA$65 View Flooring Hub →
Div 09 & 07 24–48 hours

Painting & Coating Estimating

Primer and two-coat architectural painting, vinyl wallcoverings, dry-fall deck spraying, industrial coatings and intumescent fireproofing, priced to MPI standards.

Governing Standards:
MPI Architectural Painting Specification Manual SSPC surface preparation standards
Included Scopes (11 services):
From CA$65 View Painting & Coatings Hub →
Div 08 24–48 hours

Doors, Windows & Glass Estimating

Door-schedule audits for hollow metal and wood doors, electrified hardware sets, thermally broken storefronts, curtain wall, windows and overhead doors.

Governing Standards:
NAFS / CSA A440 with Canadian supplement A440S1 CAN/ULC-S104 fire tests of door assemblies
Included Scopes (13 services):
From CA$65 View Doors, Windows & Glazing Hub →
Div 31 24–48 hours

Excavation & Sitework Estimating

Existing-versus-proposed 3D cut and fill, swell and shrinkage, rock excavation, imported granular fill, trenching, shoring, erosion and sediment control, and excess-soil management.

Governing Standards:
Provincial OHS trenching regulations Ontario One Call / BC 1 Call / Info-Excavation
Included Scopes (13 services):
From CA$65 View Excavation & Sitework Hub →
Div 32–33 24–48 hours

Civil & Infrastructure Estimating

Provincial and municipal spec roadwork in tonnes and square metres, granular base, curb and gutter, concrete storm pipe, PVC and ductile iron watermains, manholes and bridge takeoffs.

Governing Standards:
Provincial transportation specifications (e.g. OPSS / MTO) Municipal engineering standards
Included Scopes (15 services):
From CA$65 View Civil & Infrastructure Hub →
Div 32 24–48 hours

Landscaping & Exterior Estimating

Caliper and container plant schedules, irrigation zones and mainline, permeable pavers, fencing and gates, site lighting, and pool takeoffs.

Governing Standards:
Canadian Landscape Standard (CSLA / CNLA) CSA B64 irrigation backflow
Included Scopes (12 services):
From CA$65 View Landscaping & Hardscape Hub →
Div 10–14, 27–28, 48 24–48 hours

Specialty Construction Estimating

Traction and MRL elevators, solar PV and battery storage, structured cabling, access control and CCTV, commercial kitchens and signage takeoffs.

Governing Standards:
CSA B44 elevator safety code CEC Section 64 renewable energy systems
Included Scopes (18 services):
From CA$65 View Specialty & Technology Hub →
Div 02 24–48 hours

Demolition & Restoration Estimating

Selective interior demolition, full structural demolition with waste tonnage, asbestos, lead and mould abatement, and insurance-ready water and fire restoration estimates.

Governing Standards:
Provincial asbestos regulations (e.g. O. Reg. 278/05) Designated substances survey (Ontario OHSA)
Included Scopes (10 services):
From CA$65 View Demolition & Restoration Hub →
Div 40–46 24–72 hours

Industrial & Process Construction Estimating

AACE Class 1–5 industrial estimates for process piping, oil sands and petrochemical plants, mining, water and wastewater treatment, tanks and pressure vessels.

Governing Standards:
CSA B51 with ASME B31.3 CSA Z662 oil and gas pipeline systems
Included Scopes (15 services):
From CA$65 View Industrial & Process Hub →
Bid Intelligence FAQ

Construction Trades FAQ

Common questions regarding multi-trade takeoffs and Canadian contractor deliverables.

How do you price estimates across different construction trades? ▼
Every trade takeoff starts from CA$65 for single scopes. Full tender bid packages are quoted as guaranteed flat fees based on drawing sheet count and scope complexity with zero hidden fees.
What formats are trade estimating deliverables provided in? ▼
Every deliverable includes an unlocked, formula-intact Microsoft Excel Bill of Quantities (BOQ), color-coded marked-up PDF drawings, an unpriced vendor request BOM, and dual-estimator review notes.
Can you handle multi-trade and general contractor tender packages? ▼
Yes. Our senior estimators coordinate multi-trade packages across architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes with complete bid-day leveling sheets.
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