Costimex

Residential Construction Estimating Services

Detailed, zip-code accurate estimates for single-family, multi-family, ADUs and renovations.

Overview

Costimex provides residential contractors and custom home builders with line-item accurate estimates that win bids and protect margins. From foundations to finishes, every scope is handled by a trade specialist.

What's included

  • Single-family and custom home estimating
  • Multi-family residential (apartments, townhomes)
  • Renovations, additions and remodels
  • ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) estimating
  • Basement build-outs and garage conversions
  • Insurance restoration estimates

Deliverables

  • Itemized Excel cost breakdown by CSI division
  • Color-marked PDF drawings showing scope
  • Labor, material and equipment cost separation
  • Zip-code based regional pricing
  • Quantity takeoff backup sheets
  • Free revisions within 30 days

Project timeline

From upload to bid-ready in 24–48 hours

A transparent, milestone-driven workflow so you always know where your estimate stands.

  1. Step 01

    Upload & Scope

    0–2 hrs

    You upload drawings, specs and scope notes via our secure portal. We review, confirm scope and lock the delivery window.

    Project kickoff confirmed

  2. Step 02

    Quantity Takeoff

    8–24 hrs

    Our estimators perform digital takeoffs from blueprints — measured to scale, organised by CSI division and trade.

    Line-item takeoff complete

  3. Step 03

    QA & Pricing

    4–8 hrs

    Zip-code labour and material pricing applied, then peer-reviewed by a senior estimator against project specs and scope.

    Senior estimator sign-off

  4. Step 04

    Delivery

    24–48 hrs total

    You receive a clean Excel/PDF estimate plus marked-up drawings. One round of revisions included.

    Bid-ready package sent

Frequently asked questions

How accurate are your residential estimates?+

Our residential estimates target 98%+ accuracy, calibrated against current zip-code-level material and labor pricing from RSMeans, supplier quotes and our own historical database.

What's the typical turnaround?+

Single-family homes typically deliver in 24–48 hours. Larger multi-family and luxury custom homes may take 3–5 business days depending on scope and drawing complexity.

Do you cover remodels and ADUs?+

Yes — renovations, additions, basement build-outs, garage conversions and ADUs are core specialties.

What file formats do you accept?+

PDF drawings, DWG/DXF CAD files, and Bluebeam Studio sessions. Scanned hand drawings are also accepted.

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  • 98% accuracy
  • 24–48h delivery
  • No upfront payment