Concrete Takeoffs
Podium decks, post-tension slabs and elevated structural slabs priced by cubic yard with formwork and reinforcing.
CY · SF · TONSt. Petersburg, FL
Construction estimating services in St. Petersburg, FL
We prepare quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for St. Petersburg contractors, developers and architects. Plans come back in Excel and PDF, organized by CSI MasterFormat division, with marked-up plan sets and ZIP-code-adjusted pricing for Pinellas County.
24–48 hours for most projectsTypical turnaround
Every CSI divisionSitework through MEP
St. Petersburg ZIP pricingLocal material and labor
Price confirmed firstBefore any work starts
Census BPS · St. Petersburg · 2025Real permit data
St. Petersburg new housing permits2025
New housing units2,641Change vs. 2024+64%Permitted construction value$533MAverage value per unit$201,700Rank among covered Florida cities#7
Single-family: 629 (24%)Multifamily: 2,012 (76%)
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey, 2025. Residential only.
What makes construction estimating in St. Petersburg different?
Pinellas County's coastal exposure, high water table, wind-borne debris requirements, and dense infill lots drive cost. Multifamily and resort work dominates permits, so you price podium decks, post-tension slabs, impact glazing and pile foundations. Roofing, waterproofing and MEP rough-in carry more risk here than inland markets.
- St. Petersburg permitted 2,641 new housing units in 2025, #7 among the Florida cities we cover.
- About 76% were in multifamily buildings; 24% were single-family.
- Permit volume was up 64% compared with 2024.
St. Petersburg issued 2,641 new privately-owned residential units in 2025, up 64% from 1,613 in 2024, with multifamily at 2,012 units — 76% of the total. That mix changes how you estimate. A 200-unit apartment building on a tight infill lot in the Grand Central District prices differently from a single-family home near Coffee Pot Bayou, and the takeoff has to reflect that.
We work from your plan set, not a template. Coastal Pinellas County means wind-borne debris glazing, elevated finished floor, flood-zone foundation detailing, and waterproofing assemblies that inland estimators often miss. If you are bidding against other contractors across Tampa Bay, our Florida construction estimating team can price the same drawings on the same basis, so your number is comparable line by line. We also cover Tampa and Jacksonville for contractors working both sides of the state.
- Coverage
- St. Petersburg and nearby Florida communities
- Deliverable
- Excel estimate + marked-up PDF plans
- Pricing basis
- St. Petersburg ZIP-code material and labor costs
- Turnaround
- 24–48 hours for most projects
- Software
- Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift, RSMeans data
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For bidders. Send plans and specs; get a division-by-division takeoff with waste factors, unit costs and a bid summary you can mark up. We flag scope gaps before you sign a subcontract.
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For builders. Use our quantities for buyout, change-order pricing and schedule-of-values. Multifamily, residential and commercial packages priced from the same plan set you build from.
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For owners. Get a cost baseline before design is final. We price alternates, phasing and coastal assemblies so your pro forma holds through permitting and construction.
St. Petersburg by the numbers
St. Petersburg's residential construction pipeline
Select a bar to compare St. Petersburg with the largest Florida markets we cover.
2,641New housing units, 2025
6.9%Of all units in the Florida cities we cover
$533MPermitted residential value
76%In multifamily buildings
New housing units permitted in 2025. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey.
This city
St. Petersburg
2,641 new housing units in 2025 (+63.7% vs 2024).
629 single-family · 2,012 multifamily (76%).
Multifamily drives the St. Petersburg pipeline
The 2025 permit data tells you where the work is: 2,012 multifamily units against 629 single-family, with $533M in permitted value and an average of $201,700 per unit. For bidders, that means concrete podium and post-tension slab takeoffs, repetitive unit-mix pricing, and MEP counts that scale by fixture and device rather than by square foot. St. Petersburg ranks 7th of 25 covered Florida cities by units and accounts for 6.9% of the 38,215 units permitted across those cities. If you are pricing a mid-rise near the Edge District or a resort project on the waterfront, our multi-family estimating services handle the unit-by-unit quantity sheets. Contractors also bidding Orlando or Hialeah work should expect the same CSI MasterFormat format from us.
Coastal assemblies and infill sites raise unit costs
Pinellas County's high water table and flood zones push foundation costs up: auger-cast piles, elevated slabs, and waterproofing below grade. Wind-borne debris requirements add impact glazing, rated doors and reinforced garage doors — all line items that need to be in the takeoff early. Tight infill lots near Central Avenue and the Warehouse Arts District limit laydown area, so you price crane time, pumping and material handling differently than a greenfield site in Port St. Lucie. The 64% year-over-year jump in permitted units also means subcontractor pricing is moving; we adjust material and labor to the ZIP code so your estimate reflects current local conditions rather than a state average.
Services
Construction estimating services in St. Petersburg
We price the trades that dominate Pinellas County work — from pile foundations to impact glazing — using Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift and RSMeans data.
Foundation Estimating
Auger-cast piles, grade beams and elevated slabs for high-water-table sites across Pinellas County.
LF · CY · EAFraming Quantities
Wood and cold-formed steel framing counts for multifamily and residential, including shear and hold-down hardware.
LF · SF · EAMEP Estimating
Plumbing, mechanical and electrical counts by fixture, device and run length for mid-rise and commercial buildings.
EA · LF · TONRoofing and Waterproofing
TPO, modified bitumen and fluid-applied assemblies with coastal detailing, flashing and underlayment quantities.
SF · LF · SQSitework Packages
Clearing, grading, storm drainage and paving on tight infill lots where laydown and haul routes are constrained.
CY · LF · TONCommercial Estimating
Full CSI MasterFormat takeoffs for retail, office and hospitality projects, with division-level bid summaries.
SF · EA · LSResidential Estimating
Single-family and townhome takeoffs with impact glazing, raised floors and coastal envelope assemblies.
SF · LF · EAWho we provide estimates for
Who sends us St. Petersburg plans
General contractors
You bid mixed residential and commercial work across Pinellas County. We return a division-by-division takeoff with waste factors and a bid summary you can mark up before submission.
Multifamily developers
With 2,012 multifamily units permitted in 2025, you are pricing podium and wrap buildings on infill lots. We break out unit types, balconies, and amenity areas separately.
Custom home builders
You build elevated homes near the water where flood and wind detailing drives cost. We take off flood-zone foundations, impact glazing, and coastal waterproofing from your drawings.
Concrete and foundation subcontractors
Your scope carries the highest risk on coastal sites. We quantify pile caps, grade beams, slab-on-grade, and elevated structural slabs with clear formwork and rebar breakdowns.
MEP subcontractors
You need fixture counts, pipe runs, and equipment schedules priced to ZIP-code-adjusted labor. We take off plumbing, mechanical, and electrical from the same plan set.
Owners and architects
You need a cost baseline before design is final. We price alternates and phasing so your pro forma holds through permitting and construction in St. Petersburg.
Where we provide estimates
St. Petersburg areas and nearby communities we cover
We price projects across Pinellas County and the Tampa Bay region from the same plan sets you build from. Whether your site is downtown or in a surrounding city, the takeoff reflects local conditions.
Downtown and central
- Downtown St. Petersburg
- Grand Central District
- Edge District
- Kenwood
- Historic Uptown
- Coffee Pot Bayou
Beaches and west side
- Snell Isle
- Shore Acres
- Pinellas Point
- Tyrone area
- St. Pete Beach
- Treasure Island
Surrounding cities
- Tampa
- Clearwater
- Largo
- Pinellas Park
- Gulfport
- Jacksonville
- Orlando
Property types
Types of St. Petersburg properties we estimate
The 2025 permit mix was 76% multifamily, with 2,012 units in buildings of five units or more. That drives our work here, alongside the single-family and commercial projects that fill out the rest of the market.
Multifamily apartments
Podium and wrap buildings on infill lots. We take off unit-by-unit finishes, common areas, elevators, and site work. Waste factors for drywall and flooring are set per unit type.
Watch for: Balcony railings, waterproofing at decks, and fire-rated assemblies between units.
Single-family homes
Custom and production homes, many elevated near the water. We quantify flood-zone foundations, impact glazing, and roof-to-wall connections. Framing takeoffs separate treated lumber from standard.
Watch for: Elevation height, flood vents, and wind-borne debris protection.
Mixed-use buildings
Ground-floor retail with residential above, common downtown. We split the takeoff by occupancy so you can price tenant improvements separately. MEP systems are sized for both uses.
Watch for: Separation walls, grease ducts if restaurant, and parking ratios.
Commercial retail and office
Small-format retail, medical offices, and restaurants. We take off storefront glazing, HVAC tonnage, and electrical service. Site work includes parking and drainage per local code.
Watch for: Signage, grease interceptors, and ADA upgrades.
Industrial and warehouse
Flex space and light industrial near the port and gateway areas. We quantify slab thickness, column spacing, and dock equipment. MEP is priced for warehouse ventilation and lighting.
Watch for: Slab flatness, fire sprinkler coverage, and truck court radii.
Residential renovations
Whole-house remodels and additions in older neighborhoods. We take off selective demolition, structural repairs, and new finishes. Asbestos and lead abatement are flagged if pre-1980.
Watch for: Hidden water damage, permit triggers, and matching existing finishes.
Local factors
What changes a construction estimate in St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg sits in Pinellas County, where coastal exposure, older housing stock, and tight infill lots shape every estimate. These are the factors that move your number the most.
Code and permitting
The city enforces the Florida Building Code, including wind-borne debris requirements and floodplain management. Permit fees are based on valuation and can add cost. Confirm the adopted code edition and any local amendments with the St. Petersburg building department before you finalize your bid. We price to the code edition shown on your permit application.
Florida Building Code · Pinellas County · St. Petersburg Building DepartmentSoils and foundations
Pinellas County soils range from sandy near the coast to muck in low-lying areas. Foundation design often requires geotechnical investigation, and many sites need deep foundations or ground improvement. We take off pile lengths, grade beams, and slab thickness based on the soils report. Without it, we price a range and flag the risk.
Geotechnical report · Pile caps · Grade beamsClimate and hazards
Wind-borne debris protection, impact glazing, and roof-to-wall straps are standard. Flood zones drive elevation, breakaway walls, and flood vents. HVAC systems must handle high humidity, so we include dehumidification and corrosion-resistant materials. These items add cost that inland estimates often miss.
Wind-borne debris region · Flood zones AE and VE · Impact glazingLabor and market
Pinellas County labor rates are higher than many inland Florida markets due to demand and limited workforce. Multifamily construction keeps trades busy, so we use current RSMeans data adjusted by ZIP code. Overtime and shift work are priced separately if your schedule requires it.
RSMeans data · ZIP-code adjustment · OvertimeSite and drainage
Tight infill lots leave little room for staging, and stormwater management is a major cost. We take off exfiltration trenches, retention ponds, and connection fees. Many sites require right-of-way use permits and lane closures, which add cost and time. We price these as separate line items.
Stormwater retention · Right-of-way permits · ExfiltrationMaterials and logistics
Material delivery to Pinellas County can be constrained by bridge traffic and limited laydown areas. We include allowances for small-quantity purchases and multiple deliveries. Sales tax on materials is included where applicable. For renovation, we account for matching discontinued products and lead times.
Delivery constraints · Sales tax · Lead timesSt. Petersburg estimating guide
How St. Petersburg conditions show up in a takeoff, trade by trade
Pinellas County's coastal exposure, high water table, and dense multifamily pipeline change what you measure and how you price it. These are the trades where St. Petersburg takeoffs most often go wrong.
Sitework and dewatering
St. Petersburg sits on flat, sandy Pinellas County ground with a shallow water table, so mass grading is rarely the cost driver. Dewatering, stabilized subgrade, and import fill are. We take off wellpoint or sock dewatering by linear foot and pump-days, not as a lump sum, and separate unsuitable material removal from structural fill. For a typical site, you also need limerock or stabilized base quantities by ton with compaction factors, silt fence and inlet protection by LF, and asphalt or concrete paving by square yard with a separate line for striping. Because finished floor elevations are tight against tidal and stormwater requirements, we carry cut/fill balance as a line item rather than burying it in general conditions. See our sitework estimating services for the full division breakdown.
Framing and roof structure
Wind design governs framing in St. Petersburg. You will not find the same connector schedule or sheathing nailing as an inland Florida job, and the takeoff has to reflect it. We count trusses or joists by piece, measure wall framing by LF of wall with plate and stud counts, and take off sheathing by sheet with a waste factor. Continuous load path hardware, anchor bolts, hold-downs, and strap counts are separate line items because they are easy to miss and expensive to add later. Roof sheathing thickness and attachment pattern follow the wind zone, so confirm the adopted code edition and product approval with the local building department before you price it. Framing estimating services covers this scope.
MEP rough-in and equipment
Multifamily work dominates St. Petersburg's residential permit volume, and MEP is where that shows up in a takeoff. We count plumbing fixtures by type and measure DWV and water piping by LF by diameter, separating horizontal from vertical runs. For HVAC we take off tonnage by unit, line sets by LF, and ductwork by pound or by SF of sheet metal depending on the system. Electrical takeoff runs by device count, fixture count, and feeder LF by conduit size. High-rise and mid-rise residential also means elevator, fire sprinkler, and standpipe scope, which we break out separately. MEP estimating services and multi-family estimating services cover these divisions.
Foundations and concrete
Shallow water tables and sandy soils mean most St. Petersburg projects use either a stiffened slab-on-grade or a pile-supported foundation, and the takeoff looks nothing alike between the two. On slab work we measure vapor barrier by SF with 10 percent lap, welded wire or fiber reinforcement by SF, and slab thickness by CY of concrete. On pile jobs we count pile caps, measure grade beams by LF, and track pile cutoff elevation, since overruns on driven piles are a real cost. Concrete in coastal Pinellas also needs cover and mix notes for chloride exposure, which affects admixtures and curing. Our foundation estimating services and concrete estimating services pages cover the divisions we measure.
Roofing and waterproofing
Roofing takeoffs here are driven by wind uplift and by the mix of low-slope multifamily roofs and steep-slope residential roofs. On low-slope work we measure membrane by SF with edge metal, termination bar, and fastener counts by LF, plus tapered insulation by board foot of average thickness rather than a flat SF. On steep-slope work we measure squares, underlayment by roll, and secondary water barrier by SF. Flashing at parapets, curbs, and penetrations is where bids leak money, so we list each condition. Coastal exposure also drives corrosion-resistant fasteners and coatings. Roofing estimating services has the line-item structure we use.
Scope gaps we see on St. Petersburg bids
- Dewatering and stabilized subgrade carried as a lump sum or omitted entirely, then absorbed as a change order once the water table shows up.
- Vapor barrier, capillary break, and slab reinforcement left out of slab-on-grade pricing on multifamily buildings.
- Wind-load connectors, hold-downs, and continuous load path hardware not counted as individual pieces in the framing takeoff.
- Roof edge metal, termination bar, and penetration flashing missing while the membrane square footage is priced correctly.
- Pile cutoff elevation and pile overrun not addressed, so driven-pile cost is understated on pile-supported foundations.
- Fire sprinkler, standpipe, and elevator scope excluded from mid-rise and high-rise residential bids and left to a separate contract.
Free tool
Concrete volume calculator
Quick check for a single element. For a full drawing set, send the plans and we measure everything, including the items calculators miss.
Typical waste: 3–5% for slabs, 5–10% for footings and walls. Truck count assumes 10 CY loads; confirm load size with your ready-mix supplier.
Result
19.4CY
Net volume18.5 CY
Cubic feet500 CF
Ready-mix trucks (10 CY)2
80 lb bags (premix)875
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How it works
How we estimate a St. Petersburg project
- Read the full setArchitectural, structural, civil and MEP drawings, the geotechnical report and every addendum.
- Check St. Petersburg conditionsLocal code edition, site and drainage requirements, soils and any hazard rules are confirmed before the takeoff starts.
- Take off by CSI sectionQuantities measured and color-coded on the plans, so every number traces to a sheet.
- Price to St. PetersburgMaterial and labor costs adjusted to the project ZIP code, or to your own supplier quotes and crew rates.
- Check and deliverA second estimator checks quantities before the estimate goes out.
Sample output
Sample takeoff: St. Petersburg mid-rise residential shell and core
| Section | Line item | Qty | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 30 00 | Slab-on-grade concrete, 5,000 psi | 1,240 | CY |
| 03 20 00 | Grade beam and pile cap concrete | 310 | CY |
| 05 12 00 | Structural steel columns and beams | 84 | TON |
| 06 10 00 | Wood wall framing, 2x6 at 16 in. o.c. | 18,400 | LF |
| 06 16 00 | Roof and wall sheathing | 42,600 | SF |
| 07 50 00 | TPO membrane roofing, 60 mil | 21,300 | SF |
| 09 29 00 | Gypsum board, unit interiors | 96,500 | SF |
| 22 11 00 | Domestic water piping, type L copper | 9,750 | LF |
Worked example: slab-on-grade concrete for a St. Petersburg multifamily building
This walk-through shows how a slab quantity moves from dimensions to a priced line item. The dimensions are illustrative, not a specific project.
Assume a rectangular building footprint of 180 ft by 62 ft with a 5 in. slab on grade, thickened edges excluded and taken off separately.
| Step | Calculation | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Footprint area | 180 ft × 62 ft | 11,160 SF |
| Slab thickness | 5 in. ÷ 12 in./ft | 0.4167 ft |
| Net volume | 11,160 SF × 0.4167 ft | 4,650 CF |
| Convert to cubic yards | 4,650 CF ÷ 27 CF/CY | 172.2 CY |
| Waste factor | 172.2 CY × 1.05 (typical 5% for slab on grade) | 180.8 CY |
| Vapor barrier | 11,160 SF × 1.10 (10% lap and turns) | 12,276 SF |
| Welded wire reinforcement | 11,160 SF × 1.08 (typical 8% lap) | 12,053 SF |
Three things change this number in St. Petersburg. First, the slab may sit on stabilized or imported fill rather than native sand, so the subgrade line item is separate. Second, thickened edges, pile caps, and grade beams are measured in linear feet and their concrete is added to the same pour but priced under their own CSI sections. Third, coastal exposure may require a lower water-cement ratio or an admixture, which changes the mix price rather than the volume. Confirm the required mix design and cover with the local building department before you lock the number.
We run this arithmetic in Bluebeam Revu and PlanSwift against ZIP-code-adjusted material and labor pricing from RSMeans data, then deliver the takeoff in Excel and PDF organized by CSI MasterFormat division with the marked-up plan set. Turnaround is 24–48 hours for most projects, with rush available.
FAQ
St. Petersburg construction estimating questions
Why does a St. Petersburg takeoff cost more than an inland Florida takeoff?
It is not the labor rate alone. Coastal Pinellas County work carries wind-load connectors, corrosion-resistant fasteners and coatings, higher concrete cover for chloride exposure, and dewatering or stabilized fill that inland sites often skip. Each of those is a separate measured line item, so the takeoff is longer and the total is higher even when the square footage matches. Confirm the adopted code edition and product approvals with the local building department, because those drive the quantities.
How do you handle the shallow water table in a sitework takeoff?
We take dewatering as a measured item, not a lump sum: wellpoints or socks by linear foot, pump-days by count and duration, and discharge piping by LF. We also separate unsuitable material removal from structural fill and price import fill by cubic yard with a compaction factor. If the geotechnical report gives a design groundwater elevation, we use it to estimate how deep the excavation actually has to go before it is stable.
Do you take off both slab-on-grade and pile-supported foundations?
Yes, and we price them separately because the scope is different. Slab work is measured by SF of vapor barrier and reinforcement and CY of concrete. Pile-supported work adds pile counts, pile caps, grade beams by LF, and pile cutoff elevation. If your geotechnical report recommends one over the other, send it with the plans so we measure the foundation the engineer actually specified rather than assuming a system.
What do you need from me to price a multifamily project in St. Petersburg?
Send the architectural, structural, and MEP plan sets, the geotechnical report, the civil drawings, and any specifications or addenda. If you have a unit mix and a typical unit plan, that helps us take off repetitive interior scope efficiently. A scope letter or bid form tells us what is excluded from your contract, which is where most gaps get caught. We return the takeoff in Excel and PDF by CSI MasterFormat division with the marked-up plans.
How long does a takeoff take?
Turnaround is 24–48 hours for most projects, and rush service is available when a bid date is close. Larger mid-rise and high-rise residential packages take longer because of the MEP and vertical scope, and we will tell you the schedule up front once we see the plan set. If you send partial drawings, we can start on the trades that are complete and add the rest as revisions arrive.
Can you break the estimate out by CSI division?
Yes. Every takeoff is organized by CSI MasterFormat division and section, so you can drop the quantities into your own pricing or compare them against a subcontractor's bid line by line. We include the marked-up plan set so you can see exactly where each quantity came from. That matters most on divisions like 03 concrete, 06 wood framing, and 22 plumbing, where a single missed condition can swing the total.
Do you cover projects outside St. Petersburg?
Yes. We cover the surrounding Tampa Bay area and the rest of Florida, including Tampa, Jacksonville, Orlando, Hialeah, Port St. Lucie, and Cape Coral. Pinellas County projects often sit on tight sites between the beaches and the bay, so if your project is in a nearby city, send the address with the plans and we will price it using the correct ZIP code for material and labor.
Where does the permit data on this page come from?
The permit figures come from the U.S. Census Bureau Building Permits Survey for 2025, and they count new privately-owned residential units only, not commercial or remodeling permits. The survey reports permits issued by the city itself. That means the totals reflect residential construction volume, which in St. Petersburg skews heavily toward multifamily. They are useful for sizing the market, not for pricing a specific project.
How do you handle wind-load and product-approval requirements in the takeoff?
We measure the items those requirements generate: connector and strap counts, anchor bolts, sheathing attachment by sheet, roof fastener counts by LF, and secondary water barrier by SF. We do not guess the wind speed or the exposure category. Those come from the design documents and the adopted code edition, which you should confirm with the local building department. If the drawings are silent on a condition, we flag it as an assumption rather than burying it in the total.
What formats do you deliver?
Excel and PDF, organized by CSI MasterFormat division, with marked-up plan sets showing what was measured. The Excel file carries quantities by line item so you can apply your own unit costs, and the PDF is set up for review with your team or a subcontractor. We use Bluebeam Revu and PlanSwift for the takeoff and RSMeans data with ZIP-code adjustment for material and labor pricing.
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Send your St. Petersburg project plans for a quote
Send your plans, geotechnical report, and bid date, and we will return a division-by-division takeoff in 24–48 hours.
- We review the set and check for missing sheets or addenda.
- You get a quote with a price and a delivery date.
- You approve and we start the takeoff.
- You receive the Excel estimate and marked-up plans.