Iowa Construction Estimating Services

Daniel Estimating- Your #1 Material Takeoff & Construction Cost Estimating Company in Iowa

Accurate Takeoffs for Faster Bidding

  • Over 16 Years of Experience
  • 6-12 Hour Delivery Time
  • 85+ certified estimators
  • Affordable Pricing Packages
  • 100% Accurate Estimates
  • 24/7 Customer Support
  • Double Verifying QA team
Iowa Construction Estimating Services

Hire the Best Construction Cost Estimators in Iowa

Are you struggling with tight bid deadlines and inaccurate estimates? At Daniel Estimating, we simplify your bidding process with accurate material takeoffs. Our AACE, AIQS, ASPE, and AGS-certified teams carefully review blueprints and project plans to deliver detailed material lists, labour costs, and overhead breakdowns.

Our team uses the latest software like Bluebeam, RSMeans, Procore, Proest, FASTDuct, etc for accurate cost breakdowns. We use location based pricing to provide localized estimates that reflect true market conditions. We make sure you avoid unexpected expenses and win more bids. We are trusted by contractors, developers, architects, and investors across Iowa. 9 out of 10 contractors win more bids after working with us.

  • Detailed Material Prices
  • List of Inclusions/Exclusions
  • Labor Costs & Hours Analysis
  • Profit Margin & Overhead Breakdown
  • Color-Coded, Marked-Up Project Plans
  • Itemized Estimates in Excel Spreadsheets
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Iowa Outsourced Estimating Services | Win More Bids

Looking to save on in-house estimating costs? Our Iowa Outsourced Estimating Services offer freelance cutting costs by 60%. Win more bids with our 99% win-rate estimates as per your project’s scope. We provide flexible service packages, scaling with your needs. Our services include:

  • Value Engineering
  • Budget Estimating
  • Preliminary Estimating 
  • Pre-Bid Estimating in Iowa
  • Change Order Estimating 
  • Iowa Damage & Catastrophe Estimating 
  • Contractor Monthly Estimating Packages
  • Construction Takeoffs  Detailed material and labor takeoffs for all CSI trades: concrete, plumbing, HVAC, and more

We Are Serving

Residential Estimating
Commercial Estimating
Industrial Estimating
Preliminary Estimating
Outsource Estimating

Contact Us today

Daniel Winters

Win Bids with Accurate Takeoffs and Estimates

+1 (904) 927-3232

plans.danielestimating@gmail.com

Upload Plans

How It Works – Get Your Estimate in 3 Simple Steps

Upload Your Plans

Upload your project drawings in PDF format through our website or send via email.

Receive a Quote

We review your plans and provide a free quote within 5-minutes. After approving the quote, get an invoice. Make secure payments via credit card, PayPal, or bank transfer.

Get Your Estimate

Receive a detailed construction estimate within 6-12H with material takeoffs, labor costs, and overheads in Excel format.

Areas We Serve in Iowa

We provide estimating services for projects across the entire state of Iowa, including:

Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City, Iowa City, Ankeny, West Des Moines, Waterloo, Ames, Council Bluffs

Frequently Asked Questions

 Yes, we use ZIP code-based pricing and local supplier data to ensure our takeoffs accurately reflect Iowa market rates. This keeps your estimates precise and competitive.

Absolutely. Our estimators are well-versed in Iowa’s building regulations. We ensure every estimate meets local and state codes for full compliance.

Yes, we give estimates for both. Whether it’s a new build or a renovation, we tailor our estimates to match your project’s needs.

We accept all acceptable formats including PDF, DWG, and DXF. Just send your plans, and we’ll handle the rest.

Full Scope Iowa Cost Estimating Services

We provide top construction estimating services for subcontractors, general contractors, architects, developers, and investors in Iowa. Our expert estimators ensure highly accurate and competitive bids by quantifying materials, labour, and overheads.

Iowa Residential Estimating & Quantity Takeoffs

  • Renovations & Additions: Customized takeoffs for remodels and repairs
  • Complete CSI Divisions: Drywall, painting, roofing, carpentry, windows, doors, and more
  • New Home Construction in Iowa: Single-family homes, custom builds, and multi-family units

Broadmoor at River’s Edge

Address: 4141 Rivers Edge Pkwy, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, United States

Cadence Apartments

Address: 6300 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131, United States

Commercial Estimating Iowa

  • Budget & Conceptual Estimates: Helping you plan from pre-building phase
  • Office Buildings & Retail: Detailed cost-per-square-foot calculations in Iowa
  • Hospitality & Healthcare: Hotels, restaurants, hospitals, and specialized facilities

URBAN FUEL EXPRESS Gas station

Address: 2580 Moss Ridge Rd, Iowa City, IA 52245, United States

MercyOne Newton Medical Center

Address: 204 N 4th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208, United States

Industrial Estimating in Iowa

  • Cost Analysis: Detailed breakdowns for informed decision-making
  • Large-Scale Projects: Power plants, refineries, and processing plants
  • Warehouses & Manufacturing Facilities: Comprehensive material and labour takeoffs

Kemin Industries Inc

Address: 1900 Scott Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, United States

Victor Manufacturing

Address: 1951 A Ave, Victor, IA 52347, United States