Sample Estimate for GREEN Remodeling

This sample estimate follows this same basic format for any size project. Simple (not complex) projects may have a shorter list, yet the format was always the same: first show the price then list the items included.

The items listed in the homeowner’s scope of work may not follow my logical steps for prosecuting the work until the project is completed and clean. If my proposal is accepted by the homeowner then my sequence of work will be changed or adopted into the contract before I sign. All items that are different than the homeowner are either accepted or negotiated before the contract is fully executed.


Logic of This Sample Estimate

 Follow along for my method of constructing this project:

XYZ Construction Company offers the price $_______ to replace the existing carpeting with bamboo flooring according to the customer's scope of work:

• The twelve items specified in the scope of work are included first and listed here with any additions, deletions and corrections. The jobsite examination may show problems not anticipated by the homeowner. This is the contractors opportunity to list them.

• How long the estimated price will remain in effect.

• When the project will start after the customer signs the contract.

• Length of time I estimate to complete the work including cleanup.

• Progress payments made by the customer.

• Subcontractors, not named for my protection, I will use with information about their scope of work.

• My Insurance certificates will be sent by my insurer directly to the customer upon award of the contract. I gave the homeowner a copy from another project at the first meeting.

These items are standard for any project that includes a scope of work and contract documents the contractor signs when submitting the bid.


Additional Conditions

In addition, I would attach the ESC to the contract documents and state the bid price is based on these items. I would include any other items as exceptions, stipulations and conditions (ESC) that could cause a dispute with the customer during the course of completing the project.

This sample estimate is inclusive enough to give you an idea of the items that concern a contractor. If these items are not included in your negotiation with a contractor – ask the contractor if there would be an additional charge after the job starts. If there would be an additional charge then have the contractor include the item in the estimate. Ask or you may be trapped in an additional charge after the job starts or even worse - a triple play.


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