CSI Trades We Cover in British Columbia
Our construction takeoff services cover all CSI trades, providing a comprehensive cost analysis for every trade and construction component.
General Requirements & Site Work
- Division 01: Project management, temporary facilities, quality control.
- Division 02: Demolition, site clearing, hazardous material abatement.
Structural & Building Envelope
- Division 03 - Concrete: Foundations, slabs, structural concrete.
- Division 04 - Masonry: Brick, stone, concrete block. Clay brick veneer
- Division 05 - Metals: Structural steel, fabrications. Structural steel
- Division 06 - Wood & Plastics: Framing, millwork. BC-sourced lumber advantage
- Division 07 - Thermal & Moisture: Roofing, waterproofing, insulation. Enhanced weather protection for coastal climates
Interior Finishes & Specialties
- Division 08 - Openings: Doors, Windows, and Glazing.
- Division 09 - Finishes: Drywall, flooring, painting. Drywall
- Divisions 10-12: Specialties, equipment, furnishings.
MEP & Technology Systems (Divisions 21-28)
- Division 21 - Fire Suppression: Mandatory for most commercial and multi-family.
- Division 22 - Plumbing: Domestic water, sanitary, storm.
- Division 23 - HVAC: Heat pump systems (BC Energy Step Code preference).
- Division 26 - Electrical: Power distribution, lighting.
- Divisions 27-28: Communications, security.
Site & Civil Infrastructure (Divisions 31-33)
- Division 31 - Earthwork: Excavation, grading. Machine excavation $18-38/cubic yard, rock excavation $45-120/cubic yard (common in Vancouver).
- Division 32 - Exterior Improvements: Paving, landscaping. Asphalt paving $18-35/sq ft, landscaping $8-35/sq ft.
- Division 33 - Utilities: Water, sewer, storm. Water service connection $8,500-25,000, sewer connection $12,000-35,000.
We Work With
Our construction estimation services are built for the whole BC construction community. We're not just talking about general contractors chasing high-rise projects in Metro Vancouver here. We work with everyone from homeowners eyeing a custom build in the Okanagan to builders with commercial projects in mind. Our goal is to help your project succeed from start to finish anywhere in Canada.
General Contractors & Builders
- Competitive bid preparation and tender support
- Cost-plus project budgeting
- Value engineering analysis
- Change order cost documentation
- 24-48 hour bid turnaround
Projects: Multi-family developments, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, institutional projects across all BC regions.
Developers & Project Investors
- Feasibility study cost analysis
- Proforma budgeting for presentations
- Land development cost modeling
- Multi-scenario cost comparisons
- Risk contingency analysis
Includes: All soft costs (permits, fees, professional services), hard costs (construction), and BC-specific charges like DCCs, CACs, and development variance permits.
Architects & Design Professionals
- Schematic design phase cost modeling
- Design development estimating
- Value engineering recommendations
- BIM workflow integration
- BC Energy Step Code cost analysis
Collaboration: Supporting AIBC members and engineering firms with cost guidance on seismic considerations, coastal climate design, and municipal requirements.
Homeowners & Renovators
- Custom home construction estimates
- Major renovation budgeting
- Kitchen and bathroom remodeling
- Laneway house costs
- Free consultation for $50,000+ projects
BC Coverage: West Vancouver to Whistler, Okanagan Valley to Vancouver Island. Understanding of local permit processes and regional cost variations.
Subcontractors & Specialty Trades
- Trade-specific bid preparation
- Material quantity takeoffs
- Labor hour calculations
- Equipment cost allocation
- Markup analysis
Trades: Concrete, framing, mechanical, electrical, roofing, specialty trades including glass/glazing, millwork, and landscaping.