Construction Estimate Template
A construction estimate organised by phase, with materials, labour and contingency already filled in. Edit it and download the PDF.
The example below is only a starting point: change any line, or choose Clear in the More menu to start from a blank form.
For real transactions only. Creating false or misleading documents is illegal and prohibited by our Terms.
Building estimates are easier to read and to compare when they are organised by phase: groundwork, structure, roofing, finishes. Each phase lists materials and labour, and a contingency line covers the unknowns.
Give the client a validity date and a payment schedule linked to the phases. When the estimate is accepted, convert it into a work order or invoice the first stage.
What to put on a Construction Estimate
- Scope of work. What is built and where.
- Phases. Groundwork, structure, roof, finishes.
- Materials and labour. Per phase, with quantities.
- Contingency. A percentage for unforeseen work.
- Payment schedule and validity. Stages of payment and how long the price holds.
Need a blank form for another job? Estimate Generator
Questions about the Estimate Generator
Should I include a contingency?
Yes, usually 5 to 10% on renovation work, shown on its own line so the client sees it.
Can the client accept the estimate online?
Download the PDF and send it; the client signs the “Accepted by client” box and returns it.
Can I bill in stages from the estimate?
Yes. Convert the estimate into an invoice and adjust the quantities to the stage being billed.