Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Estimating You Can Trust

Why MEP Estimating Demands Specialists

MEP systems typically account for 30-40% of a building’s total construction cost. A miscalculation in ductwork quantities, electrical panel sizing, or plumbing fixture counts can throw off your entire bid by hundreds of thousands of dollars.

At PRO Estimating, our dedicated MEP estimators ensure every duct, wire, and pipe is accounted for, from HVAC load calculations to electrical panel schedules and plumbing riser diagrams. We bring specialized knowledge that general estimators simply cannot match.

Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Cost Breakdowns

Mechanical (HVAC) Estimating

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems are among the most complex building systems to estimate. Our mechanical estimates include:

• Ductwork quantities -Sheet metal, flexible duct, and duct insulation by size and type
• Equipment costs -Air handling units, rooftop units, chillers, boilers, and split systems
• Controls -Thermostats, damper actuators, and building automation system points
• Piping -Hydronic piping, refrigerant lines, and condensate drainage
• Diffusers and grilles -Supply, return, and exhaust air terminals

Electrical Estimating

Our electrical estimates cover the full scope from service entrance to final device:

• Service and distribution -Transformers, switchgear, panels, and feeders
• Branch circuit wiring -Conduit, wire, boxes, and devices by circuit
• Lighting -Fixtures, controls, emergency lighting, and exit signs
• Fire alarm -Control panels, initiating devices, and notification appliances
• Low voltage -Data cabling, telecommunications, and security systems
• Site electrical -Parking lot lighting, underground duct banks, and pad-mounted transformers

Plumbing Estimating

Complete plumbing system estimates from underground to rooftop:

• Domestic water -Piping, valves, water heaters, and booster pumps
• Sanitary waste and vent -Pipe, fittings, and cleanouts by size
• Storm drainage -Roof drains, conductors, and site drainage
• Fixtures -Toilets, sinks, faucets, and specialty fixtures
• Fire protection -Sprinkler heads, piping, risers, and fire pump systems
• Medical gas -Oxygen, vacuum, and compressed air systems (healthcare projects)

Detailed Takeoff Methodology

Our MEP estimators use a systematic approach that ensures nothing is missed:

1. System identification -We identify every MEP system on the drawings and cross-reference with specifications
2. Digital measurement -Using Bluebeam and PlanSwift, we measure every pipe run, duct section, and conduit path
3. Fitting and accessory counts -We count every elbow, tee, valve, and hanger
4. Equipment pricing -We obtain current pricing from manufacturer representatives and distributors
5. Labour calculation -We apply trade-specific production rates to every quantity
6. Assembly and review -A senior estimator reviews the complete package before delivery

MEP Estimating for All Building Types

Our MEP estimating services cover every building type:

• Commercial offices -Standard HVAC, lighting, and plumbing packages
• Healthcare facilities -Medical gas, infection control ventilation, and emergency power
• Educational buildings -Classroom HVAC, gymnasium systems, and IT infrastructure
• Retail and hospitality -Kitchen hoods, grease interceptors, and high-efficiency lighting
• Industrial facilities -Process piping, compressed air, and high-voltage distribution

We deliver standard MEP estimates within 48-72 hours, with rush service available for urgent bid deadlines.