Estimating Categories

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Combining the knowledge of expert construction professionals, UDA Estimating Templates include a complete library of construction estimating spreadsheets for builders, owners and contractors. Designed for residential and light commercial construction, and backed by an industry leader, these estimates include labor, materials, permits, insurance, clean-up, and over 1000 flexible categories.

UDA Excel Estimating Templates

UDA Excel Estimating Templates produce quick and accurate estimates for Residential and Light Commercial construction. Featuring both Summary and Detailed Estimating tools preprogrammed with national average construction costs, UDA Excel Estimating Templates are designed to get you started quickly and simply.

Select from the Following Estimating Template Structures:
Summary Estimating Sample Structure


Sample Residential Summary Estimate Categories:

    Planning & Preconstruction

  • Plans
  • Building Permits
  • Lot Costs
  • Construction Debt Fees
    Foundation

  • Site Work
  • Footers
  • Foundation
  • Concrete Slab
  • Termite Pretreatment
  • Poly Under Crawlspace
    Framing

  • Framing Labor
  • Floor System Material
  • Framing Materials
  • Roof Framing Material
  • Roof Decking Material
  • Fascia & Soffit
  • Trusses
    Exterior Windows & Doors

  • Windows
  • Window Hardware
  • Exterior Doors
  • Garage Door(s)
    Mechanical Systems

  • Electrical Labor
  • Cable Jacks
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electrical Fixtures
  • Plumbing Labor
  • Water Heater(s)
  • Plumbing Fixtures
  • Gas Service
  • Water Tap & Meter
  • Sewer & Water Line
  • Sewer Hookup
  • Septic Tank
  • HVAC
    Fireplace(s) & Trim

  • Fireplace Unit(s)
  • Trim Surround
  • Mantle
  • Chimney Detail
  • Gas Logs, Starters
    Roofing

  • Roofing Materials
  • Roofing Labor
  • Attic Vents
    Insulation & Drywall

  • Insulation
  • Sheetrock
    Exterior Veneers

  • Brick Materials
  • Brick Labor
  • Brick Cleaning
  • Stucco/EIFS
  • Siding
  • Stone
  • Scaffolding
    Cabinetry & Countertops

  • Cabinetry
  • Countertops
    Interior Trim & Stairs

  • Interior Doors
  • Interior Trim Materials
  • Interior Trim Labor
  • Stair System Materials
  • Stair System Labor
    Floorcovering & Ceramics

  • Hardwood Materials
  • Hardwood Labor
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Tub/Shower Tilework
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Underlayment
  • Carpet
    Interior Finishes

  • Paint
  • Wallcoverings
  • Interior Paneling
    Hardware & Shelving

  • Door Hardware
  • Installation Labor
  • Barth Hardware
  • Mirrors
  • Shower Doors
  • Closet Shelving
    Appliances

  • Appliances
  • Installation Labor
    Site Improvements

  • Final Grading
  • Concrete Drives/Walks
  • Landscaping
  • Irrigation System
  • Retaining Walls
    Exterior Areas & Finishes

  • Exterior Deck Materials
  • Exterior Deck Labor
  • Deck Paintin or Sealing
  • Covered Porches
  • Screened Porches
  • Exterior/Interior Columns
  • Brick Steps
  • Exterior Hand Rails
  • Shutters
  • Mailbox
    Specialty Options

  • Central Vacuum
  • Security System
  • Intercom System
  • Stereo System Prewire
    Construction Clean-Up

  • Clean Up - Daily
  • Clean Up - Final
    Project Overhead

  • Builder's Risk Insurance
  • Project Phone
  • Signage
  • Construction Utilities
  • Rental Equipment
  • Miscellaneous
  • Punch List Allowance
  • Contingency
    Project Subtotal

    Job Coordination

  • Job Coordination - Percentage
  • Job Coordination - Fee
    Additional Fees

  • Sales Tax (if applicable)
  • Sales Commission
    Project Total