Common Estimating Conversions and Formulas
The only estimating calculator you’ll need is already built in. When 1build hears from the incredible contractors we…
Free Guide: How to Construct a Winning Bid Proposal
Getting a detailed and accurate estimate is the first step toward winning a bid. The second step is to develop a professional bid proposal. 1build can help. We just created a brand new guide to help you develop a professional and persuasive bid proposal. Get our new guide to jumpstart your business.
Concrete Takeoff: The Ultimate Guide to Estimating your Next Concrete Job
Estimating a project's costs accurately can be almost as difficult as trying to estimate the timetable needed to get the job done. Fortunately, we've put together this guide to help you create an accurate concrete takeoff estimate for your next project.
Seagull Prime Real Estate Development Fund Leverages 1build Estimate for Financing
1build isn’t just for estimators. In this blog post, we show how successful real estate development funds, like Seagull Prime Real Estate, are leveraging 1build estimates to strengthen loan qualification for their projects.
Free Bid Proposal Template for Construction Estimates
Developing a professional and competitive bid proposal for a project is difficult and time-consuming, but 1build is here to help. We’re excited to announce our new free “ultimate” construction bid template for MS Word and PDF!
How Much Does it Cost to Build an Apartment Complex?
For smaller contractors, calculating the cost to build an apartment or multi-family complex is difficult. In this blog, we break down the process to help you calculate the cost quickly and accurately.
Estimating a Framing Takeoff Cheat Sheet
Estimating a framing project’s costs accurately can be almost as difficult as trying to estimate the timetable needed to get the job done. Fortunately, we’ve put together this guide to help you create an accurate framing takeoff estimate for your next project.
What Is Commercial Construction?
Many of the largest and most beautiful structures in the world are built by commercial construction. In this blog post, we define and demystify the term, show how the term evolved, and provide examples of the common projects built in this important construction sector.
2020 Flooring Estimator Cost Guide
Estimating flooring costs is a lot more complicated than you think. Learn how to develop an accurate flooring estimate in 2020
Drywall Estimating: How to Calculate The Cost of Your Next Drywall Project
How do you determine the exact cost for your next drywall project with the rapid changes in material costs? How much does it cost for hanging and taping? Our new guide can help determine the cost of your drywall project, and save you time.
