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What is Estimating?

An estimate for any construction work may be defined as the process of calculating the quantities and costs of the various items required in connection with the work. Before the start of any work for its execution, the owner of the builder should have a thorough knowledge of the volume of work. The minutest details can help him understand if the work can be completed within the stipulated time frame and budget. It also enables him to understand the probable cost that may be incurred to complete the proposed work. Therefore, it is necessary to list the probable costs or develop an estimate for the proposed work from its plans and specifications.

Software with Estimating

PRODUCT NAME SW SCORE (OUT OF 100) AGGREGATED RATINGS (OUT OF 5)
Procore 98 4.4
Autodesk BIM 360 92 4.2
Knowify 91 4.3
Buildertrend 90 4.2
FOUNDATION 89 3.6
Contractor Foreman 89 4.5
Oracle Aconex 89 4.4
UDA ConstructionOnline 88 4.4
CMiC 88 3.6
Houzz Pro 88 NA

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