Construction estimating services in Gresham, OR

We handle residential, commercial, and light industrial projects. That includes single-family homes, duplexes, townhomes, multifamily buildings, retail shells, warehouses, and tenant improvements. Because Gresham is part of the Portland metro, we also see a fair amount of mixed-use and infill projects. No matter the project type, we organize the estimate by CSI MasterFormat division and include a marked-up plan set so you can see exactly what we measured.

We add line items for dewatering, erosion control, and temporary drainage when the sitework scope calls for it. For building envelopes, we separate weather-resistive barrier, flashing, and roof underlayment so they don't get buried in a generic 'framing' or 'roofing' line. We also check the geotechnical report for groundwater notes and adjust foundation drainage accordingly. If the project is in a floodplain, we include flood vents and elevated slab details as required.

Yes. We use ZIP-code-adjusted material and labor pricing, drawing on RSMeans data and our own historical costs for the Portland metro. That means your estimate reflects what contractors in Gresham actually pay for concrete, lumber, and trades. We also factor in Oregon-specific labor rates and any local surcharges. If you have recent supplier quotes, we can incorporate those instead of database pricing.

Gresham enforces the Oregon Structural Specialty Code, which is based on the IBC, along with the Oregon Residential Specialty Code, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical codes. The city also has its own land use and development requirements. We don't quote code sections, but we flag scope items that typically trigger plan review comments, such as energy compliance, seismic bracing, and stormwater management. Always confirm the adopted code edition and local amendments with the Gresham Building Division before finalizing your bid.

Most projects are returned within 24 to 48 hours. Rush service is available if you have a tight bid deadline. The turnaround depends on the completeness of the plans and the complexity of the project. For a single-family home, we can often turn it around in a day. For a large commercial or multifamily project, we may need a bit more time to coordinate all trades and review addenda.

You get an Excel workbook and a PDF, both organized by CSI MasterFormat division. The Excel file includes detailed line items with quantities, units, and unit costs, so you can adjust pricing or markup. The PDF includes a summary and a marked-up plan set showing what we measured. We can also provide a separate quantity sheet without pricing if you only need takeoff.

The permit data we reference comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's Building Permits Survey. It counts new privately-owned residential units permitted by the city of Gresham. In 2025, Gresham issued permits for 296 residential units, up from 239 in 2024. That's a 24% increase. The data is useful for understanding market trends, but it does not include commercial or industrial permits, and it may not capture all additions or alterations.

Yes. We cover the entire Portland metro and beyond, including Portland, Hillsboro, Beaverton, Salem, Eugene, and Bend. If your project is in a nearby city, we can adjust pricing for that ZIP code and local labor market. Our Oregon construction estimating page has more details on coverage and typical project types across the state.

We need a complete set of plans and specifications, including architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings. If you have a geotechnical report, soil report, or addenda, send those too. For renovations, existing conditions and demolition plans help. If you only have a partial set, we can still provide a preliminary estimate with assumptions noted. The more information you provide, the more accurate the takeoff.