Contractor Cuts

Beyond the Basics: 10 Critical Estimate Items Contractors Forget


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Clark Turner reveals the top 10 critical items contractors forget to include in their estimates, resulting in lost profits and awkward change order conversations. He shares practical strategies for building comprehensive estimates that protect your margins and enhance client relationships.

• Due diligence line item covers pre-construction work like Gantt charts, selection workbooks, and MEP walks
• Design fees for renderings, layouts, or interior designer consultation should always be included
• Architectural and engineering costs need separate line items, especially for additions
• Port-a-potties, temporary utilities, and job boxes are essential job site preparation items
• Include separate line items for each required inspection to improve scheduling
• Site protection costs for floor coverings, countertop protection, and dust barriers
• Landscaping restoration is commonly forgotten but important for client satisfaction
• Final cleaning ensures the project ends on a high note and prevents disputes
• Create job templates in your estimating software to include these items by default
• Document when clients decline services like cleaning to avoid disputes later

If you want the full list of these 10 items or to learn more about our coaching services, visit prostruct360.com and schedule a call directly with me through the contact page.


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