If you are searching for reliable masonry estimating services, you just found them. ALM estimating helps masonry contractors, general contractors, and builders get accurate material quantities for brick, block, and stone work. No guesswork. Just unit-level takeoffs you can actually use. Our estimators know masonry. They know how bricks lay. How block walls go up. How stone veneer gets set. That practical knowledge goes into every estimate we deliver. We follow guidelines from recognized organizations including the American Association of Cost Engineers (AACE). Every estimate is checked twice before you see it. That practical knowledge goes into every estimate we deliver. We quantify every detail in Division 4 – Masonry. That means all types and configurations of bricks, CMU walls, clay and glass masonry, mortar and grout, brick veneer, bond beams, lintels, facing bricks, insulation, flashing, masonry reinforcement, masonry restoration, transportation, labor costs, and man-hours involved.
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We cover everything in Division 4 – Masonry. That means every material, every component, every cost involved in building with brick, block, or stone.
Here is what we quantify for you:
All brick types (modular, oversize, queen, Norwegian, clay, facing brick)
Stone materials (granite, limestone, marble, sandstone, slate, cast stone)
Stone veneer and brick veneer
Masonry reinforcement (rebar, joint reinforcement, ladder wire)
Masonry insulation
Anchor bolts, brick ties, and brackets
Deductions for doors, windows, and other openings
Transportation, taxes, permits
Concrete masonry units (CMU) – 4", 6", 8", 12" blocks including corner units, lintel blocks, bond beams, and knockouts
Mortar and grout (by bag or by cubic foot)
Masonry flashing and weep holes
Bond beams, lintels, and sill blocks
Scaffolding if required
Labor hours and man-hours by task
Equipment costs
Restoration and cleaning if needed
We also add contingency for unforeseen site conditions. Because every job has surprises.
We cover every major flooring category in Division 9 finishes.
Ceramic tile
Porcelain tile
Terrazzo tile
VCT (vinyl composition tile)
LVT (luxury vinyl tile)
Rubber tile
Broadloom carpet
Carpet tiles
Area rugs
Dance flooring
Fitness room mats
Solid hardwood
Engineered wood
Bamboo wood
Reclaimed wood
Cork
Wood athletic flooring (gymnasiums)
Vinyl sheet
Vinyl plank
Rubber sheet
Linoleum
Laminate flooring
Concrete floor stains
Decorative concrete toppings
Epoxy and fluid applied flooring
Glass flooring
Leather flooring
If you install it on a floor, we can estimate it.
We do not send you a single number on a napkin. You get a complete package you can bid from, buy from, and build from. Every flooring estimate includes:
You can take our estimate and submit it. No extra work needed.
We have estimated masonry work for thousands of projects across North America.
Commercial (office buildings, retail, hotels, restaurants) Residential (single-family, multi-family, townhomes) Industrial (warehouses, manufacturing plants) Institutional (schools, hospitals, government buildings) Landscaping (retaining walls, patios, driveways, sidewalks) Restoration and repair (tuckpointing, chimney repair, facade restoration)
Load-bearing walls
Non-load-bearing walls
Veneer systems
Block walls
Stone walls
Fireplaces and chimneys
Combustion chambers
Columns and pilasters
Pavers and walkways
If you build it in masonry, we can estimate it.
We are not the only estimating company out there. Here is why contractors stay with us.
Our estimates are detailed and checked twice. We have a bid-hit ratio above 92%. That means most of our clients win the jobs they bid using our numbers.
Most estimates are delivered within 24 to 48 hours. When bid deadlines are tight, we move fast.
You see exactly what we counted. Every wall. Every opening. Every detail.
You pay per project. No retainer. No subscription. No commitment.
Our team includes estimators certified by AACE (American Association of Cost Engineers). We know construction standards.
If you estimate multiple jobs per month, we offer monthly takeoff packages that save you even more.
We include this with every estimate. Every estimate includes this level of detail. Nothing is hidden. Use it to check our numbers or for your own quick calculations.
Standard modular brick: 7 bricks per sq ft
Oversize brick: 5.5 bricks per sq ft
Norwegian brick (4" x 4"): 4.5 bricks per sq ft
Queen size brick: 5.7 bricks per sq ft
4-inch concrete block: 1.5 blocks per sq ft
6-inch concrete block: 1.25 blocks per sq ft
8-inch concrete block: 1.125 blocks per sq ft
12-inch concrete block: 1.125 blocks per sq ft
These are standard factors. We adjust for your specific joint thickness and pattern.
We work with everyone involved in masonry construction.
You lay the work. Let us do the counting. You bid more jobs without hiring more staff.
You need reliable masonry numbers to check subs or prepare self-perform bids.
Restoration and tuckpointing need different math. We know the difference.
Early budget numbers before you have full drawings.
Quantity validation for your material schedules.
We use RSMeans and our construction cost database for zip code based pricing. Material costs from major suppliers. Labor rates for your location.
A senior estimator reviews everything. You receive an Excel file with all takeoffs, marked-up plans, and a summary. Ready to bid.
Here is an actual estimate we delivered for a 2,500 sq ft residential repaint.
Project scope: Interior only. Walls, ceilings, trim. Two coats of paint. One coat of primer on repaired areas.
You get this level of detail for every job. No mystery. No guesswork.
We follow the same steps on every project so you always know what to expect.
PDFs, digital files, or scanned paper sets. We review plans, elevations, and sections to define the scope.
We use PlanSwift and Bluebeam to measure wall areas by point and click. Every wall. Every opening. Every detail.
We convert square footage into bricks per square foot, blocks per square foot, or stone pieces. We use real factors for your specific material.
Mortar volume based on units and joint size. Labor hours from industry standards. Material costs from RSMeans and our local database. Zip code specific pricing.
A second estimator checks everything. You receive an Excel file with all takeoffs, marked-up plans, and a summary. Ready to bid.
We measure the wall area in square feet. Then we multiply by the brick count for that specific brick size with its specific mortar joint. A standard brick with a 3/8-inch joint takes about 7 bricks per square foot. Larger bricks take fewer.
Your drawings. PDF is fine. We need plan views, elevation views, and any material schedules or specifications. Addendums help too.
We typically hit within 1-2% of actual installed quantities. Site conditions and waste factor affect final numbers. We discuss that with you upfront.
Yes. If you estimate multiple masonry jobs per month, we offer monthly takeoff packages that save you about 60% compared to hiring an in-house estimator.
Most residential and light commercial estimates are delivered within 24 hours. Larger commercial or industrial projects take 2-3 business days. We confirm the timing when you send your drawings.
Yes. You can order a quantity takeoff only. You add your own material and labor rates. Or you can order a full estimate with pricing included. Your choice.
Yes. Brick tuckpointing. Chimney repair. Facade restoration. Stone replacement. We estimate repair work as often as new construction.
PlanSwift and Bluebeam for takeoffs. Excel for deliverables. RSMeans for pricing. We follow CSI MasterFormat.
Stop guessing brick counts. Stop over-ordering blocks. Stop losing sleep over bid accuracy.
