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Estimating painting costs can be frustrating, especially when tight deadlines and budgets are involved. You need an accurate estimate fast.
Our expert Painting Estimating Services make bidding easier by giving clear, accurate, and reliable cost estimates.
We help painting contractors, builders, and businesses streamline their estimating process with accurate material takeoffs and labor calculations. With years of industry expertise, we provide estimates that increase your chances of winning bids and completing projects successfully.
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Clients We Serve
Cannon Estimation works with professionals from different industries who need accurate painting estimates for their projects.
These include:
- General Builders & Contractors
- Remodeling Contractors
- Painting Contractors
- Floor Finishing Contractors
- Wall Covering Contractors
- Wall Protection Contractors
- Panels Contractors
- Architectural Contractors
- Industrial Contractors
- Photoluminescent Coating Contractors
- Egress Path Marking Contractors
- Abrasive Blasting Contractors
We also assist remodeling contractors, home builders, developers, and subcontractors who need painting takeoffs. Our Painting Estimating Services help painting manufacturers, coating specialists, and concrete polishers prepare estimates efficiently.
How Cannon Estimation Helps You
We save you time and money by delivering fast, accurate estimates. Upload your plans and get a quote in just 5 minutes.
Professional Painting Estimating Services
At Cannon Estimation, we provide fast and accurate painting estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
Our team handles everything from paint quantity calculations to labor cost estimates, helping maintain a smooth bidding and budgeting process.
Using PlanSwift software, we cost for:
3- Preparation Work
- Scraping
- Priming
- Mudding
- Taping
- Caulking
- Sealants
1- Painting & Staining
- Interior
- Exterior
- Walls
- Ceilings
- Doors
- Windows
2- Decorative & Specialty Finishes
- Faux
- Metallic
- Gilding
- Textured
- Patinas
- Chrome
- High-performance coatings
4- Protective & Industrial Coatings
- Anti-graffiti
- Epoxy
- shop-applied metallic coatings
We assist general contractors, painting contractors, builders, architects, and developers, helping them optimize costs, reduce waste, and submit winning bids.
What Are Painting Estimating Services?
A painting estimate helps contractors determine the exact amount of materials, labor, and costs required for a project.
Our team carefully reviews project drawings, uses zip code-based pricing, and prepares a detailed cost breakdown to prevent overspending or shortages.
We measure:
Types of Paint
- Oil-based
- Water-based
- Epoxy
- Accent and special coatings
Tools & Equipment
- Brushes
- Rollers
- Sprayers
- Scrapers
- Drop cloths and painter’s tape
Surface Preparation Supplies
- Fillers
- Primers
- Caulking
- Spackling, and mixing tools
4- Protective & Industrial Coatings
- Protective gear
- Gloves
- Safety tape
With our precise estimates, clients can stay on budget, avoid delays, and improve project efficiency.
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Our Painting Estimation Services for Every Project Type
At Cannon Estimation, we provide precise painting estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Here’s what we cover:
Residential Painting Estimates
We handle all types of home projects, including:
- Homes and Apartments
- Studio Flats and Condominiums
- Mixed-Use Facilities
- Home Additions and Custom Homes
- Mansions and Home Improvements
Commercial Painting Estimates
Our expertise extends to large-scale commercial spaces like:
- Schools, Hospitals, and Offices
- Shopping Malls and Airports
- Hotels, Restaurants, and Arenas
- Exhibition Buildings and Fire Stations
- Warehouses and Multifamily Housing
Industrial Painting Estimates
We specialize in complex industrial projects, including:
- Oil & Gas Facilities
- Pharmaceutical and Food Processing Plants
- Petrochemical and Mining Sites
- Marine and Drilling Operations
- Wastewater and Hydrocarbon Processing Plants
Our team helps every estimate is accurate, helping you win bids and stay on budget.
Types of Painting Estimating Services
We provide a range of painting estimating services to help contractors, builders, and developers streamline their projects.
Our estimates cover material costs, labor, and other essential details to support accurate budgeting and bidding.
- Bid Estimates – Costs for competitive bidding.
- Budget Estimates – Early-stage cost planning.
- Change Order Estimates – Cost adjustments for project modifications.
- Project Lead Generation – Connecting contractors with potential projects.
- Vendor Quotations – Gathering supplier prices for materials.
- Design Estimates – Cost estimation for custom painting designs.
- Bid Preparation – Complete bid documentation for contractors.
Our Project Portfolio – Painting Estimates We’ve Completed
Our estimators use high-quality painting products to provide accurate estimates.
We handle paints, stains, faux finishes, gilding, metallic coatings, patinas, chrome finishes, textured, and high-performance coatings.
You can trust our expertise for precise and reliable estimates.
Why Choose Us for Paint Takeoff Services?
Painting estimating can be time-consuming and prone to errors, costing you valuable projects.
At Cannon Estimation, we take the stress out of the process so you can focus on growing your business.
Why Choose Cannon Estimation?
- Save Time: Outsourcing to us gives you more time to focus on winning projects.
- Avoid Errors: We eliminate mistakes like misreading measurements or double-counting.
- Fast Turnaround: Get accurate estimates quickly, so you never miss a bid deadline.
- Expertise: We handle exclusions like doors and windows, ensuring precise calculations.
- Accurate Budgets: Precise estimates to keep your projects on track.
- 24/7 Support: Always available to answer your questions.
- Industry Expertise: Experience across residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
- Efficient Tools: Advanced software for flawless calculations.
- Transparent Plans: Clear payment and delivery terms.
Why American Contractors Trust Us
We help contractors submit competitive bids and win more projects. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Compliance: We follow AACE and AIQS regulations to meet building codes.
- Advanced Tools: Use the latest software to minimize errors and ensure accuracy.
- Zip Code Pricing: Avoid overbidding or underbidding with location-specific costs.
- Quick Delivery: Receive bid-ready estimates in 8 to 24 hours.
- Quality Checks: Every estimate undergoes a cold-eye review for accuracy.
- Post-Estimation Support: We assist with addendums, change orders, and revisions.
Precision Painting Estimates for Division 9 Projects
We have years of experience providing painting estimating services for Division 9 projects, working with general contractors, painting contractors, architectural contractors, and industrial contractors.
Our expertise covers various painting applications, including paints, stains, transparent and faux finishing, gilding, metallic coatings, patinas, chrome finishing, multicolor interior finishing, textured coatings, and high-performance coatings.
We also specialize in estimating floor finishing, wall coverings, wall protection, panels, photoluminescent coatings, egress path markings, and abrasive blasting.
Our certified estimators, affiliated with AACE and AIQS, ensure precise and reliable estimates for every project.
Quantifiable Services in Painting Estimating
At Cannon Estimation, our expert estimators quantify a wide range of painting services to ensure accuracy and precision.
Services We Quantify:
- Multicolor Interior Finishing
- Textured Finishing
- Fire Retardant Coating
- Elastomeric Coatings (Walls & Concrete)
- Stucco and Masonry Coatings
- Mould Retarding Coating
- Architectural Coatings
- Intumescent Coatings
- Wood Finishes
- Anti-Graffiti Coatings (Non-sacrificial & Sacrificial)
- Shop-Applied Protective Coatings
- Epoxy Wall Systems
- Zinc/Epoxy/Urethane Systems
- Environmentally Friendly Coatings
- Concrete Floor Sealing
- Faux Finishing & Gilding
What We Quantify in Painting Takeoff Services
Our takeoff process includes
- Interior and Exterior Finishes: For siding, soffits, doors, windows, and more.
- Specialty Coatings: Fire retardant, elastomeric, and textured finishes.
- Protective Systems: Epoxy walls, zinc coatings, and concrete sealing.
Our Commitment to Accuracy – Deliverables
We provide our deliverables are organized and easy to understand, designed to our client’s preferred format.
For Division 9 trade, we provide:
Your Complete Painting Estimate Package
- Painting take-off spreadsheets
- Material, labor, and equipment costs
- Total labor hours & local rates
- Updated marked-up drawing plans
- Detailed takeoff summary (including material, labor, equipment, overhead, and profit)
- Review of exclusions and inclusions
- Addendum review
- Editable Excel sheets with bid-ready estimates
Stop guessing, start winning—let us handle your painting estimates.
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How We Estimate Your Painting Project
Our painting estimating process starts with receiving the client’s uploaded plans to determine the main work scope.
Our expert estimators use advanced digital takeoff software like PlanSwift, Bluebeam, and Accubid to perform precise calculations.
Estimates are delivered in the desired customer format, typically in Excel spreadsheets.
Our Painting Estimating Spreadsheet
- Quantities of paint and stains
- Detailed specifications of paints and coatings
- Labor, material, and equipment costs
- Man-hour calculations for skilled and unskilled labor
We also incorporate RSMeans and construction cost databases to ensure accurate, zip code-based pricing.
Other factors included in our painting estimates
- Storage costs
- Paint tests
- Waste and spillage calculations
- Logistics and transportation
Before finalizing, our senior estimators review all estimates to ensure accuracy and alignment with client requirements.
Our Simple 3-Step Estimating Process
- Submit Your Plans
Upload your project plans in PDF, Bid Set, Construction Document, or Design Drawing format. Use Dropbox or your preferred platform to share them with us.
- Get a Free Quote
Receive a fast, detailed quote, including the invoice, turnaround time, and delivery details. Approve the quote and proceed with payment via PayPal, credit card, or debit card.
- Receive Your Estimate
Get a precise, professionally prepared estimate in an Excel sheet. We ensure accuracy by using advanced estimating software and reviewing materials, labor costs, and market conditions.
Our senior estimators double-check every detail before delivering your final estimate.
Which Painting Estimating Software Do We Use?
At Cannon Estimation, we rely on advanced tools to deliver accurate and fast painting estimates. Here’s what we use:
- PlanSwift: For precise digital takeoffs and material calculations.
- BlueBeam: To streamline project reviews and markups.
- Quest Estimating: For cost analysis and labor estimates.
- Stack: To manage complex projects efficiently.
- RS Means: For up-to-date material and labor costs.
- Our Database: Built from years of experience to ensure accuracy.
These tools help us generate flawless estimates, cut costs, and keep your project within budget.
A painting estimate typically includes:
- Labor costs (hourly or project-based)
- Materials (paint, primer, brushes, rollers, tape, etc.)
- Surface preparation (cleaning, sanding, patching holes)
- Number of coats required
- Size of the area to be painted (square footage)
- Timeframe for completion
- Additional costs (moving furniture, trim work, specialty finishes)
- Calculate square footage
- Estimate paint required
- Determine labor costs
- Include prep work
- Factor in extras
- Add overhead and profit
Most painters provide free estimates, especially for residential jobs. However, some professionals charge a consultation fee, particularly for larger projects or if a detailed assessment is needed.
Yes, they help with accurate cost estimates, save time, reduce errors, and improve bidding. However, for small projects, DIY estimates may be enough.
A painting estimator calculates project costs, including labor, materials, prep work, and time needed. They provide quotes for clients and ensure accurate pricing.