Estimating Edge

10/15/2026

Estimating is only one part of the construction process. Once work moves to the field, contractors need ways to access project details, respond to changes and keep information moving between teams.

Mobile estimating tools help bridge that gap, giving contractors greater flexibility and visibility throughout a project.

Explore the benefits of construction estimating apps and how they can support your workflow.

Read more: https://www.estimatingedge.com/estimating-on-the-go-the-benefits-of-using-a-construction-estimating-app/

10/13/2026

Scope changes can affect material needs, labor requirements and overall project costs. Having access to estimate details in the field makes it easier to evaluate those changes while the information is fresh.

Mobile estimating tools allow contractors to review project details, account for new requirements and respond to client requests without waiting to return to the office. That flexibility can help keep estimates aligned with the work as it evolves.

How does your team handle estimate changes in the field?

10/08/2026

Labor estimates can be difficult to get right because productivity can vary from one project to the next.

Working conditions, project requirements, crew size and past performance can all affect how long a task actually takes. Relying on a single standard rate may not tell the full story.

Building labor estimates around the job you're actually bidding can help account for those variables and set more realistic expectations for the work ahead.

What factor has the biggest impact on your labor estimates?

10/07/2026

Winning construction projects starts with building accurate, competitive bids.

But manual bidding can be time-consuming and leave room for errors in takeoffs, calculations and costs. As estimating demands grow, these challenges can make it harder to bid efficiently and stay competitive.

Construction estimating software can help contractors streamline the bidding process, improve accuracy, manage complex calculations and handle growing volumes of estimates.

Learn how construction bidding software can help contractors gain a competitive edge:
https://www.estimatingedge.com/how-can-contractors-gain-a-competitive-edge-with-construction-bidding-software/

Gain a competitive advantage with construction bidding software. Build powerful, accurate estimates faster and win more profitable contracts.

10/05/2026

Construction cost estimating involves much more than calculating material and labor costs.

From reviewing project requirements and site conditions to accounting for pricing, insurance, overhead, profit and contingency, estimators have to consider a wide range of project costs.

Swipe through for a breakdown of the 8 key parts of the construction cost estimating process 👉

Want to explore construction cost estimating in more detail? Read the full article: https://www.estimatingedge.com/exploring-construction-cost-estimating/

09/30/2026

A labor productivity rate might work for one job, but what happens when the conditions change?

Imagine you’re a painting contractor. Your crew can typically paint an 8-foot wall at a certain rate. But if that wall is 10 feet high, ladder adjustments can slow the crew down.

Over the course of a project, those small changes can add up, affecting total labor hours and costs.

When estimating labor, it’s important to account for the conditions that can impact productivity.

What conditions have the biggest impact on your labor estimates?

09/29/2026

We’re at the Western Roofing Expo in Las Vegas! 🎉

Scott Paral, Lu Irene and Jack Kananian are representing The EDGE®, WorkMax® and
SafetyHQ®, connecting with roofing contractors and talking about the challenges facing the industry today.

If you’re at the show, stop by booth #725 to meet the team and say hello!


Western States Roofing Contractors Association, Estimating Edge, WorkMax, Safety HQ

09/28/2026

Construction estimating software can provide visibility beyond the bidding process.

Itemized estimates and detailed reporting can give contractors greater visibility into project costs, helping them compare estimated and actual costs and make more informed decisions.

Swipe through to explore how estimating software can support project management and cost visibility 👉

09/24/2026

We’re heading to Las Vegas for the Western Roofing Expo! 🎉

Find The EDGE®, WorkMax® and SafetyHQ® September 27-29 at Paris Las Vegas, Nevada.

From estimating and field operations to jobsite safety, there’s a lot to talk about when it comes to helping roofing contractors navigate today’s challenges.

Attending this year? Stop by booth #725 to meet the team and learn more about us!

Estimating Edge | About Time Technologies | Safety HQ

09/23/2026

The details matter when you're building a bid. From starting with an accurate estimate to accounting for every cost, using good information and the right tools, each step can help you create a more reliable bid.

And because construction costs and market conditions change, keeping your estimating practices up to date matters too.

Which of these five lessons is most important to your estimating process?