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Fire sprinkler and suppression estimates that count heads, measure piping and list risers, valves and equipment.
Fire Protection Estimating Overview
Fire protection bids are often prepared before hydraulic calculations are final, so the estimate has to follow the drawings closely and state its assumptions clearly. We count heads by type, measure mains and branch lines by size, and list risers, valves and devices from the fire protection plans.
Fire alarm and detection wiring are low-voltage scopes and are covered on our low voltage page; this page covers water-based and suppression systems.
Scope of Work
What Our Fire Protection Estimating Covers
Systems, materials and components we measure and price from your project documents.
Sprinkler systems
- Sprinkler heads by type (pendent, upright, sidewall, concealed)
- Mains, cross mains and branch piping by size and material
- Fittings, hangers and seismic bracing where required
- Wet, dry, pre-action and antifreeze system components
Risers, standpipes and equipment
- System risers, control valves and flow switches
- Standpipes, hose valves and fire department connections
- Fire pumps, jockey pumps and controllers
- Backflow preventers and test headers
What You Receive
- Head counts by type and area
- Pipe lengths by size, with fittings and hangers
- Equipment and valve schedule
- Priced fire protection estimate with labor and material
What We Need From You
- Fire protection drawings or design-build criteria
- Architectural reflected ceiling plans
- Fire protection specifications
- Hydraulic calculations or water flow data, if available
Projects We Estimate
- Commercial offices and retail
- Multifamily and hospitality
- Warehouses and industrial buildings
- Tenant improvement sprinkler modifications
How It Works
How We Prepare Your Fire Protection Estimate
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Send your plans
Upload drawings, specifications and addenda through the quote form, email or WhatsApp.
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Confirm scope and fee
We confirm what will be measured, the estimate format and the delivery date before work starts.
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Takeoff and pricing
Quantities are measured from the drawings, then priced for material, labor and equipment as requested.
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Review together
We walk you through the estimate, answer questions and adjust it to your bid.
Construction Estimating FAQ
Fire Protection Estimating Questions
Yes, as a budget estimate. We use the floor plans, ceiling plans and specified hazard classification to lay out an assumed head spacing and piping allowance, and we document those assumptions.
Fire alarm devices and wiring are estimated under low voltage and communications, so they can be bid separately or combined with this estimate.
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