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Who We Serve

Construction estimating services for every contractor who bids on work.

Whether you need residential construction estimating, commercial construction estimating, or a single-trade scope review, MTO Experts delivers the takeoff precision your business depends on.

All project sizes

Residential to large commercial

All trades & divisions

Concrete to MEP to finishes

24–48 hr turnaround

Most scopes delivered next business day

±2% accuracy target

Digitally measured, QC verified

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General Contractors

Win more bids without burning out your estimating team.

GCs face the most complex estimating challenge: assembling full-scope bids across every trade, on tight timelines, with multiple subs to coordinate. One missed item or inflated allowance can cost you the job — or the profit.

Common challenges

  • Bid windows too short to build a clean full-scope estimate in-house
  • Relying on sub pricing that arrives too late to verify
  • Assembling division-by-division numbers from scratch every bid cycle
  • Scope gaps that surface as expensive change orders after award

What MTO Experts delivers

  • Complete CSI-formatted takeoffs across all divisions in a single deliverable
  • Line-by-line quantities with unit costs priced to your project zip code
  • Organized Excel and PDF formats ready to plug into your bid proposal
  • Division summaries and subtotals for fast scope review with owners

Project types we cover

  • Commercial office & retail
  • Multi-family residential
  • Public & institutional
  • Industrial & warehouse
  • Mixed-use developments

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Subcontractors

Trade-depth takeoffs for every scope you bid.

Subcontractors live and die on the accuracy of their quantities. A concrete sub who misjudges CY by 10% doesn't just lose margin — they absorb a loss. We go as deep as your trade demands: every pour, every sheet, every LF of pipe.

Common challenges

  • Digitizing plan sets yourself takes hours per bid set
  • Hard to scale estimating capacity during busy bid seasons
  • General contractors expect sub bids fast — no time for detailed takeoffs
  • Small measurement errors compound across large job quantities

What MTO Experts delivers

  • Single-trade takeoffs measured to the spec required by your scope
  • Quantity breakdowns by location, level, or phase as needed
  • Material lists formatted for easy quoting with your suppliers
  • Turnaround in 24–48 hours on most trade scopes

Project types we cover

  • Concrete & Foundation
  • Masonry & Block
  • Framing & Drywall
  • Roofing & Waterproofing
  • Flooring, Tile & Finishes
  • Painting & Coatings

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MEP Contractors

Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing takeoffs built for your trade.

MEP scopes demand a different level of takeoff discipline. Fixture counts, linear runs, panel schedules, duct sizing — every item carries a significant unit cost. We deliver MEP takeoffs with the system-level detail your estimators expect.

Common challenges

  • Plan sets for MEP are dense — misreads are common and costly
  • Different specs apply per floor, zone, or system — easy to miss
  • Coordinating across M, E, and P disciplines within one estimate
  • RFIs slow bids down — you need quantities that anticipate spec questions

What MTO Experts delivers

  • Fixture and device counts from architectural and MEP plan sheets
  • Linear footage of pipe, conduit, and ductwork by system and size
  • Equipment and unit schedules cross-referenced against specifications
  • Quantities organized by floor and zone for phased project pricing

Project types we cover

  • Healthcare & lab facilities
  • Commercial office buildings
  • Multi-family residential
  • Industrial process systems
  • Retail & hospitality

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Material Suppliers & Distributors

Quote faster with accurate quantities before the material order lands.

When a contractor calls asking you to price a project, you need reliable quantities — not vague allowances or range estimates. We produce material-focused takeoffs that give your sales team the counts to quote confidently and protect your margins.

Common challenges

  • Contractors submit RFQs without detailed quantity lists
  • Quoting from rough estimates leads to shortages or over-ordering
  • Wasted estimating time re-counting materials the contractor already measured
  • Inability to build accurate quotes before the purchase order arrives

What MTO Experts delivers

  • Material-only quantity lists by spec, product type, and unit of measure
  • Counts broken down by area, floor, or section for staged deliveries
  • CSI-organized lists that match how distributors catalog product lines
  • Deliverables in Excel for easy import into quoting software

Project types we cover

  • Lumber & engineered wood
  • Concrete & aggregate
  • Drywall & insulation
  • Roofing materials
  • Plumbing & HVAC equipment
  • Electrical gear & wire

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Developers & Real Estate Investors

Know your numbers before you break ground — or before you sign the contract.

Development decisions hinge on cost certainty. Whether you're running a feasibility analysis on a land acquisition or verifying a GC's hard bid, a reliable independent estimate gives you the leverage and confidence to move forward.

Common challenges

  • GC bids that vary widely with no way to verify which is accurate
  • Feasibility models built on national average costs that don't reflect the local market
  • Change orders eroding pro forma projections after construction starts
  • Lack of in-house estimating expertise to review contractor proposals

What MTO Experts delivers

  • Conceptual and schematic-level cost estimates for feasibility analysis
  • Independent bid reviews to validate or challenge GC pricing
  • Zip-code-priced estimates that reflect real local labor and material costs
  • Budget-format summaries designed for investor and lender presentations

Project types we cover

  • Ground-up residential development
  • Commercial & mixed-use
  • Renovation & adaptive reuse
  • Land acquisition feasibility
  • Value-add multifamily

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Residential & Home Builders

Precise residential takeoffs from foundation to finish.

Custom home and residential production builders need line-by-line takeoffs to keep bids tight and protect margins on every house. We understand residential specs — from concrete footings to finish carpentry — and deliver fast.

Common challenges

  • Production builds repeat but plans vary — every house still needs its own takeoff
  • Suppliers require accurate material lists before cutting purchase orders
  • Allowance-based estimates blow up when actual quantities are measured in the field
  • Estimating staff gets overwhelmed during high-volume seasons

What MTO Experts delivers

  • Full residential takeoffs from site work through interior finishes
  • Framing material lists with lumber counts, LF, and sheathing by elevation
  • Concrete, masonry, and foundation quantities to the CY and SF
  • Finish schedules for tile, flooring, paint, and trim by room and area

Project types we cover

  • Custom single-family homes
  • Production & spec homes
  • Townhomes & cottages
  • Additions & accessory dwellings
  • Gut rehab & renovation
Trade coverage

Every division. Every trade. One partner.

From below-grade concrete to finish paint, we cover the full CSI MasterFormat spectrum so you never have to find a second estimating vendor.

Structure & Concrete

  • Concrete (Div 03)
  • Rebar & Post-tension
  • Masonry (Div 04)
  • Structural Steel (Div 05)
  • Foundations & Footings

Envelope & Framing

  • Rough Carpentry (Div 06)
  • Metal Framing
  • Sheathing & WRB
  • Roofing (Div 07)
  • Waterproofing & Dampproofing

Interiors & Finishes

  • Drywall (Div 09)
  • Flooring & Tile
  • Painting & Coatings
  • Finish Carpentry
  • Acoustical Ceilings

MEP & Site

  • Electrical (Div 26)
  • Plumbing (Div 22)
  • HVAC/Mechanical (Div 23)
  • Sitework (Div 31)
  • Excavation & Grading
Our approach

We adapt to how you bid, not the other way around.

Every client gets a takeoff format tailored to their workflow — not a one-size-fits-all spreadsheet.

Step 01

Send your plans

Upload drawings in any format — PDF, Revit export, Bluebeam file, CAD. Include your scope, CSI divisions needed, and bid due date. That's it.

Step 02

We measure to your spec

Your estimator digitally measures every line item in Bluebeam or PlanSwift, applying the spec and unit of measure your trade and bid format requires.

Step 03

Receive bid-ready numbers

You get a clean, organized deliverable — quantity takeoff, priced estimate, or both — formatted exactly how your team submits bids.

“They did a fantastic job. The process was straightforward, the takeoff was accurate, and they delivered right on time. Exactly what we needed to put together a strong bid.”
SolomonMasonry Subcontractor
Common questions

What clients ask before they start.

If your question isn't answered here, reach out directly — we respond the same day.

Any standard construction document format works — PDF is most common, but we also accept Revit exports, CAD files, and Bluebeam packages. Just include your scope of work and the bid due date.

Most scopes are delivered in 24–48 hours. Larger full-project estimates or complex commercial sets may require 3–5 business days. We confirm timeline when you submit your plans.

Yes — we work on custom homes, production builds, multi-family, commercial office, retail, industrial, and public projects. Project size is not a barrier.

Absolutely. We offer quantity-only takeoffs, priced estimates, or both. Many subcontractors prefer raw quantities so they can apply their own unit costs.

Every takeoff is measured digitally using Bluebeam or PlanSwift and reviewed by a senior estimator before delivery. We target ±2% accuracy and flag ambiguities or plan conflicts in our deliverable.

You receive an organized Excel workbook and PDF export, formatted by CSI division. Line-item quantities, unit costs, and subtotals are included. We can match your existing bid template on request.

Get Started

Submit your plans. Put accurate numbers behind your next bid.

24–48hMax turnaround±2%Accuracy target16+CSI divisionsAll 50States covered

Send a set of drawings today and receive a bid-ready estimate — accurate, local, and on time. No subscription. No retainer. Just results.