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Masonry estimating services involve the detailed computation of expenses related to tools, labor, and materials required for masonry construction projects. This includes calculating the exact number of bricks, CMU blocks, stone units, mortar bags, grout volumes, reinforcement quantities, and all associated labor hours and equipment needs. Professional masonry estimators analyze structural and architectural drawings, elevations, and section views to determine accurate material quantities and project costs for Division 4 masonry trades. At Phoenix Estimations, our masonry estimating team uses industry-leading software including Planswift, Bluebeam, AccuBid, and AutoCAD to digitally take off every masonry component. We follow CSI codes for items mentioned in the drawings and deliver masonry takeoff reports in Excel spreadsheets organized by MasterFormat Division 4 or your customized format. Our detailed masonry estimates help contractors prepare competitive bids, avoid costly overruns, and maintain structural integrity on residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
Our Service
Our masonry estimating spreadsheet comprises the breakdown of all quantities needed for accurate bidding and cost control on Division 4 masonry work.
CMU Masonry
Glass Unit Masonry
Clay Unit Masonry
Architectural Masonry
Stonemasonry Walls
Granite & Limestone
Marble & Sandstone
Slate & Soapstone
Cast Stone
Mortar & Grout
Masonry Flashing
Masonry Anchorage
Masonry Insulation
Chimney Brick
Brick Veneer
Brick Tuckpointing
Stucco Work
Terra Cotta Masonry
Masonry Reinforcement
Masonry Restoration
Every masonry estimate from Phoenix Estimations includes comprehensive deliverables designed to support your bidding, project planning, and cost management needs for Division 4 trades.
Excel Spreadsheets
Detailed masonry takeoff spreadsheets with unit counts, mortar volumes, grout quantities, and reinforcement schedules organized by wall type and elevation.
3D Wall Renderings
3D masonry brick wall renderings with multiple views for visual verification and client presentations.
Labor & Material Rates
Complete pricing breakdown with material lay rates, unit costs, labor hours, crew sizes, and equipment rental costs.
Man Hours Calculations
Skilled and unskilled labor hour estimates for each masonry activity enabling accurate scheduling and crew planning.
Color-Coded Plans
Marked-up drawing plans with color-coded quantities showing every masonry element for easy verification and review.
Detailed Summary Reports
Comprehensive summaries with total costs for material, labor, equipment, overhead, profit percentage, and review of addendums.
For the preparation of a masonry estimate, drawing plans and specifications provided by the client are thoroughly reviewed with respect to the plan, elevation, and section views to define the scope of work. Our masonry takeoff software measures quantities by point and click methods using Planswift, Bluebeam, and AccuBid, and the quantities are imported to Excel spreadsheets organized by MasterFormat.
Our masonry estimating spreadsheet covers all masonry units for the construction of walls including concrete masonry units, bricks, CMU blocks, acoustic blocks, glass units, clay bricks, clay tiles, brick tiles, stones, marble, limestone, terra cotta, and precast masonry panels. We account for deductions for openings, facing bricks and veneer quantities, mortar proportions, grout amounts, masonry reinforcement, scaffolding, insulation, flashing, and weep holes. Material, equipment, and labor costs are applied using RSMeans with zip code based pricing. A final audit is performed by the senior estimator to ensure quality.
Our Masonry Takeoff Includes:
Our experienced masonry estimators deliver comprehensive services designed to support masonry contractors and general contractors throughout the bidding and project planning process.
Masonry Quantity Takeoffs
Accurate brick counts, block quantities, stone measurements, and mortar volumes for budget and bid estimates.
Design & Budget Estimates
Early-stage masonry cost projections during schematic design and design development for project feasibility analysis.
Bid & Proposal Preparation
Complete bid document analysis, scope identification, pricing, and proposal preparation for competitive submission.
Change Order Estimates
Accurate cost calculations for scope changes, additions, or revisions to masonry work during construction.
Masonry Restoration Estimates
Detailed cost analysis for tuckpointing, brick replacement, cleaning, and historic masonry restoration projects.
Masonry Consulting
Expert consultation on masonry material selection, cost optimization, and construction methodology.
Value Engineering
Cost optimization recommendations for alternate masonry materials and construction techniques without compromising quality.
3D Wall Designing Services
Masonry brick wall 3D designing services with multiple views for visualization and client presentations.
We have served many contractors across the globe by providing highly precise and comprehensive masonry estimates for home facades, flooring, chimneys, fireplaces, combustion chambers, patios, driveways, sidewalks, walls, and columns across all project types.
Public Projects
Commercial Projects
Residential Projects
Industrial Projects
Institutional Projects
Educational Projects
Landscaping Projects
Restoration & Repair
Phoenix Estimations provides masonry estimating services to a diverse range of clients in the construction industry who need accurate Division 4 masonry estimates and takeoffs.
General Contractors
Masonry Contractors
Masonry Repair Contractors
Vendors & Suppliers
Stone Masons
Real Estate Developers
Architects & Designers
Home Builders
Save 60% on Estimating Costs
Our monthly masonry takeoff packages save you 60% compared to hiring a full-time in-house masonry estimator and purchasing expensive software.
Quick 24-48 Hour Turnaround
Residential masonry estimates delivered in 24-48 hours. Commercial projects vary based on scope and wall complexity.
92%+ Bid Winning Ratio
Our masonry estimates have a bid-hit ratio of more than 92%, helping contractors consistently land more jobs and grow their business.
AACE & AIQS Certified
Our team includes certified masonry cost estimators with AACE and AIQS accreditations specializing in Division 4 trades.
Bid Filing Consultation
We also offer consultation regarding bid filing and managing bidding network profiles of masonry contractors.
USA & Canada Coverage
We serve masonry contractors across the United States and Canada with locally-informed pricing and labor rates.
Today, the construction industry is highly competitive and you are bidding on small profit margins. Only precise and detailed masonry estimates can give you an edge over your competition. Accuracy is the main challenge in preparing a masonry estimate on your own, making it complicated and time-consuming. For accurate masonry works estimates, detailed knowledge of masonry units, mortar, grout, reinforcements, man-hours, labor costs, transportation costs, and various other quantities is necessary.
Buying expensive software and hiring a full-time masonry estimator takes a lot out of your budget. Outsourcing your masonry estimating services to Phoenix Estimations saves time, gives you confidence in highly accurate estimates prepared by expert estimators, increases your bid volume, and improves your estimating efficiency which ultimately increases your profit margins. You no longer miss out on any opportunity.
Bid more, win more. Get 30% off your first masonry estimate!
Get StartedWe use industry-leading masonry estimating software to provide the most accurate Division 4 estimates. Our primary tools include Planswift, Bluebeam Revu, AccuBid, and AutoCAD. These tools enable us to measure masonry quantities by point and click methods, generate color-coded markups, and calculate accurate material and labor costs. We follow CSI codes for items mentioned in the drawings and import quantities to Excel spreadsheets organized by MasterFormat.
Material, equipment, and labor costs are applied using RSMeans and our construction cost database for up-to-date and zip code based prices. We deliver estimates in Excel sheets comprising all the material and labor pricing along with man-hours, either in MasterFormat Division 4 format or your customized format. Each estimate undergoes a final audit by our senior masonry estimator to ensure quality and accuracy of all deliverables.
The Problem
A masonry contractor in North Carolina was consistently losing bids due to inaccurate brick counts and underestimated mortar volumes on commercial projects. Their manual takeoff process consumed 35+ hours per bid, limiting their capacity to pursue multiple projects simultaneously. With a bid win rate below 20% and frequent material shortages on awarded jobs causing costly delays, the company needed a more efficient and accurate masonry estimating solution to stay competitive.
The Solution
The contractor partnered with Phoenix Estimations for their masonry estimating services. We provided detailed Division 4 takeoffs using Planswift and Bluebeam, covering brick counts, CMU quantities, mortar volumes, grout calculations, reinforcement schedules, and complete cost breakdowns with RSMeans pricing. Our team delivered residential masonry estimates within 24 hours and commercial projects within 3-5 business days with color-coded markups and Excel spreadsheets. The contractor could now submit bids on four times as many projects each month.
The Outcomes
Within 6 months of partnering with Phoenix Estimations, the contractor submitted bids on 40 projects and won 24 of them, achieving a 60% win rate compared to their previous 20%. Material waste dropped by over 80%, eliminating costly re-orders and project delays. Estimating overhead was reduced by 55% compared to their in-house process, and annual revenue increased by 50% in the first year. The contractor now uses our monthly masonry takeoff package for all their Division 4 estimating needs.
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