Estimating your commercial concreting project

There are a few factors to consider when estimating your commercial concreting project.

• First, you need to determine the size of the area that will need to be concreted. This can be done by measuring the length and width of the space.

• Next, you need to calculate the depth of concrete that will be required. The depth will depend on the intended use of the concrete – for example, a driveway will require a shallower depth than a commercial floor. Once you have these measurements, you can then calculate the volume of concrete required using a simple formula (length x width x depth).

• A suitable concrete mix also needs to be chosen. Different mixes have different price points, so this is an important factor to consider.

• You also need to consider labour costs. How big is the job and how many trades professionals will it take to get the job done efficiently?   

Bigger projects

One way to estimate larger commercial concreting projects is by breakout. This is a subjective method that involves an estimator breaking the project down into component parts and assigning a value to each part.

For example, if you are estimating a parking lot, you would break it down into sections such as curb and gutter, approaches, slabs, and so on. Once you have assigned a value to each section, you would add them all up to get your total estimate.

Another popular method for estimating commercial concreting projects is the cubic yard method. This method uses the volume of concrete that will be required for the job to arrive at an estimate. To use this method, you first need to calculate the cubic yards of concrete needed. Once you have that number, you can multiply it by the cost per cubic yard to arrive at your total estimate.

No matter which method you choose, estimating commercial concreting projects doesn’t have to be difficult. With a little planning and research, you can confidently determine the cost. But it’s best to leave it to the professionals. They’ll be more accurate. 

Experience counts

Don’t leave it to chance, make sure you hire an experienced concreting company for your next project. They can avoid costly pitfalls and ensure your project is delivered on time and on budget.

Want to know more?

Speak to our expert team at Outback Concreting. We’d be happy to discuss your project and arrange a free quote. Looking after commercial and residential clients throughout the Mornington area and beyond, we’ve earned a reputation for our quality workmanship and our competitive pricing.