Div 21 & 28 NFPA 13, 14, 20 & 2001 Fire Suppression Systems Turnaround: 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.

In short: Professional Estimating LLC delivers certified fire protection takeoffs across Canada. Deliverables include editable CSI Div 21 & 28 Excel files, marked-up PDF drawings, and provincial labour calibrations in 24–48 hours from CA$65.

Technical Takeoff Scope & Engineering Overview

Fire protection bids depend on correct hazard classification (light, ordinary group 1/2, extra hazard, ESFR storage), grooved mains versus threaded branch lines, seismic bracing to NFPA 13, backflow and FDC assemblies, and ULC-listed devices. We include CAN/ULC-S536 and S537 inspection and verification where the specification calls for them.

Governing Canadian Codes & Specifications

  • NFPA 13, 14 and 20 (referenced by NBC/NFC)
  • CAN/ULC-S524 and S537 fire alarm
  • ULC-listed components
  • Provincial fire codes

Software Operated by Our Senior Estimators

AutoSPRINK HydraCAD PlanSwift Bluebeam Revu

Sample Bill of Quantities Line Items (Fire Protection)

Excerpt showing itemized MasterFormat coding, metric/imperial unit quantities, and spec notes typical of our deliverables.

CSI Code Description Unit Sample Qty Specification Notes
21 13 13 4" Sch 10 Roll-Grooved Black Steel Sprinkler Main w/ Listed Couplings LF 1,180 Includes ULC/FM swivel hangers & seismic restraints
21 13 13 Concealed Quick-Response Pendent Sprinkler Head w/ Escutcheon & Flex Drop EA 340 K-5.6 Chrome/White plate in ACT grid
21 30 00 1000 GPM @ 100 PSI Horizontal Split-Case Electric Fire Pump Skid EA 1 Includes jockey pump, transfer switch controller, startup
21 22 00 Clean-Agent FK-5-1-12 (Novec 1230) Data Room Suppression System EA 1 Agent tanks, nozzles, cross-zone releasing panel & room integrity fan test
Deliverables Checklist

What You Receive

  • Unlocked Microsoft Excel Estimate (.xlsx)
  • Color-coded marked-up drawings (.pdf)
  • Unpriced Vendor BOM spreadsheet
  • Canadian postal-code calibrated crew rates
  • Dual-estimator QA certificate
Starting Single-Trade Fee
CA$65
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Specialized Fire Protection Scopes (11 Services)

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Bid Intelligence FAQ

Fire Protection & Fire Suppression Estimating FAQ

Common questions about estimating fire protection projects across Canadian jurisdictions.

How much do fire protection & fire suppression estimating cost? ▼
Single-scope fire protection takeoffs start from CA$65, with most commercial bid packages quoted as guaranteed flat fees based on drawing sheet count and scope complexity. Upload your drawings for a firm quote in 15 minutes.
What deliverables are included with a Fire Protection estimate? ▼
Every package includes an unlocked, fully editable Microsoft Excel Bill of Quantities (BOQ) with formula links intact, color-coded marked-up PDF drawing layers, an unpriced vendor Bill of Materials (BOM) for supply house pricing, and a detailed scope inclusions and exclusions sheet.
What software platforms do your fire protection estimators operate? ▼
Our estimators run AutoSPRINK, HydraCAD, PlanSwift, Bluebeam Revu. All deliverables are exported to universal Excel and PDF formats, requiring zero proprietary software on your end.
How are Canadian codes and standards addressed in Fire Protection? ▼
We cross-reference every line item against Canadian standards including NFPA 13, 14 and 20 (referenced by NBC/NFC), CAN/ULC-S524 and S537 fire alarm, ULC-listed components, Provincial fire codes, calibrating labor productivity and freight allowances to your project province and Forward Sortation Area (FSA).
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Get Your Fire Protection & Fire Suppression Estimating Estimate in 24–48 Hours

Upload your drawing sets for a firm flat-fee quote in 15 minutes. Complete CSI MasterFormat Excel & marked-up PDF packages from CA$65.

✓ 24–48h Turnaround
✓ Dual-Estimator QA Review
✓ Canadian Code & Currency (CAD)
✓ 100% Plan Confidentiality
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