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.
Technical Takeoff Scope & Engineering Overview
Sheet metal margins depend on SMACNA pressure-class gauges, fitting ratios, fire and smoke damper framing and crane picks. Using FastDUCT and QuoteSoft we convert rectangular, spiral and oval duct to galvanized, stainless or aluminum weight plus liner and wrap, and size HRV/ERV and heat-pump equipment for Canadian heating degree days.
Governing Canadian Codes & Specifications
- SMACNA duct construction standards
- CSA B52 mechanical refrigeration code
- ASHRAE 62.1 ventilation
- NECB energy requirements
Software Operated by Our Senior Estimators
Sample Bill of Quantities Line Items (HVAC)
Excerpt showing itemized MasterFormat coding, metric/imperial unit quantities, and spec notes typical of our deliverables.
| CSI Code | Description | Unit | Sample Qty | Specification Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 74 13 | 25-Ton Packaged Rooftop Gas/Electric VAV Unit w/ Economizer | EA | 4 | Includes isolated roof curb, rigging & startup |
| 23 31 13 | SMACNA 2" WG Galvanized Rectangular Sheet Metal Ductwork | LB | 19,600 | Fabricated TDC flanges, sealer, trapeze hangers |
| 23 36 00 | Single-Duct Pressure-Independent VAV Terminal Box w/ Hot Water Reheat | EA | 38 | Includes DDC actuator & factory flow cross |
| 23 81 29 | Heat-Recovery VRF Outdoor Condensing System + Branch Selector Boxes | TON | 48 | Includes ACR brazed copper refnet tree & nitrogen purge |
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
Provincial Hubs for HVAC
Specialized HVAC Scopes (14 Services)
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HVAC Estimating Service
HVAC Ductwork Estimating
HVAC Piping Estimating
HVAC Equipment Estimating
HVAC Installation Estimating
Heating Estimating
Ventilation Estimating
Air Conditioning Estimating
Commercial HVAC Estimating
Residential HVAC Estimating
Industrial HVAC Estimating
Refrigeration Estimating
Exhaust System Estimating
VRF/VRV System Estimating
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