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Excavation and earthwork estimating: the right volumes before you dig.
We calculate cut, fill and granular materials from the drawings and the geotechnical report. You get quantities only, or a priced bid ready to submit.
What you get
- Quantities by element, in Excel and PDF
- Or a priced estimate: labour, materials and equipment
- Delivered before the BSDQ or contractor closing
- A confidentiality agreement, if you want one
What we measure
What we take off your drawings.
Cut and fill
Mass and trench excavation in bank m³, with swell shown separately.
Granular materials
MG-20, MG-56, MG-112 and clear stone, in tonnes or m³, the way you order them.
Drainage and foundations
Foundation drains, membranes, backfill against walls and under slabs.
Site conditions
Rock, groundwater and soil disposal, isolated so you can price them separately.
Two ways to work
Quantities only, or a priced estimate.
Quantity takeoff
Your quantities organized by element, the way you build your price. You apply your rates and submit.
Priced estimate
We add labour, materials and equipment, at Quebec market prices or your own rates. Ready to submit.
Watch out for
What we often see missing from a bid.
- Forgetting swell between bank volume and hauled volume.
- A geotechnical report that calls for rock or dewatering, with nothing in the bid form.
- Surplus or contaminated soil with unclear disposal requirements.
How it works
How we work with you.
01
You send the drawings
With your trade and the closing date.
02
We confirm within 48 h
Our fee and turnaround.
03
We measure
Checked quantities.
04
You submit
With your prices.
Frequently asked questions
What people often ask us.
Do you read the geotechnical report?
Yes. We read it with the drawings, because that is where rock, water and bearing issues usually show up.
Can you split the work by phase?
Yes, by building, by phase or by bid form section.
Do you also do municipal work?
Yes. For water mains, sewers and roads, see our Civil engineering page.
Other trades · Structure
Other trades we estimate.
Send us your plans. We’ll get back to you within 48 hours.
Free and with no obligation. We confirm the scope, the fee for our service and the delivery date.