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Metals Estimating Services That Build on Strength and Precision
What Is Metals Estimating and How It Helps?
Metals estimating is the process of quantifying and pricing steel and metal components for structural and architectural applications. It includes beams, columns, bracing, connections, decking, stairs, and handrails.
At Quality Estimation, we offer detailed metals estimating services that help you:
- Win bids with complete and competitive pricing
- Reduce material waste through accurate takeoffs
- Coordinate better with fabricators and detailers
- Stay within budget and project timelines
- Understand cost impact of connection types and specs
What We Offer in Metals Estimating
Structural Steel Takeoffs
Quantities for beams, columns, girders, base plates, and anchor bolts per framing plans.
Miscellaneous Metals
Estimates for stairs, railings, ladders, bollards, embeds, and light-gauge framing.
Metal Decking & Joists
Accurate area takeoffs for roof and floor decking, bar joists, and bridging components.
Connection & Accessory Costs
Welds, bolts, angles, and plates—factored per connection type and fabrication method.
Labor & Fabrication Costing
Includes shop labor, field erection, crane use, and regional labor rates.
Fast Turnaround for Steel Bids
We typically deliver steel estimates in 24–48 hours for standard commercial jobs.
Why Choose Us for Metals Estimating?
Steel Industry Knowledge
We understand AISC standards and steel detailing for precise, realistic estimates.
Accurate, Itemized Quantities
Every beam, bolt, and plate is counted, categorized, and clearly presented.
Flexible Report Formats
We can organize estimates by section, drawing, or fabrication lot.
Ongoing Bid Support
Need to revise or clarify? We’ll update your estimate to reflect changes fast.
Metals Estimating FAQs
Can you format estimates for steel fabricators?
Do you include decking and joists?
Are connection materials and welding included?
Are connection materials and welding included?
Our Process
Submit Your Drawing Plans
Upload your drawings, scope documents, or bid package—PDFs, DWGs, or links to plan rooms. We accept all file types and formats.It can be a dropbox link or portal link etc.
Get a Quote
After reviewing your plans, we will send you the quote within a few minutes. If you accept it, you can pay the invoice via credit card, debit card, or PayPal. And our team will start working on your project.
Receive Estimate
You will receive an estimate that will contain all the material & labor quantities with pricing. We deliver our estimate and takeoff sheet in EXCEL, our template or the client’s template, as per demand.
Industries We Serve
- Industrial
- Education
- Residential
- Commercial
- Healthcare
- General Contractors
- Developers & Owners
- Sports & Entertainment
- Architects & Designers
- Public & Government Projects
- Commercial & Industrial Projects
- Subcontractors & Trade Specialists
