Expert Team
Our specialists focus on detailed estimating for a wide range of projects.
Construction estimating for contractors nationwide
Your Estimating Partners
Valente Estimating partners with contractors to deliver fast, accurate, and confidential construction estimates. We don’t work for clients—we build partnerships that help you win more bids and grow your business with precision takeoffs and dependable turnaround.
Already have an estimator?Keep your team moving. We’re available for overflow bids, deadline surges, and the projects your in-house estimator doesn’t have room to take on.
First come, first served
Never double-bid
100% confidential
Valente Estimating
Professional. Accurate. On time. Every time.
500+Projects Estimated
150+Contractors Served
10Years of Experience
Why choose us
Why Choose Valente Estimating
A direct relationship with your estimator—built around speed, discretion, and the way your business actually works.
Comprehensive Takeoffs
Thorough, trade-specific take-offs that cover all aspects of your job.
Swift Turnarounds
Estimates returned quickly — without sacrificing accuracy.
Trusted Partnerships
Your estimating partner is an extension of your business: direct, dependable, fully confidential, never double-bidding your project, and customizing every bid to you.
The full package
Three documents. One defensible number.
Every package separates contractor-only math from client-facing information. Both internal documents carry a prominent red “INTERNAL USE ONLY” stamp, so there is never any confusion about which files may be shared with your client—and your labor rates and margins stay protected.
01 — INTERNAL
Materials takeoff
Quantities by system, coverage calculations, order quantities, and consumables.
Internal Use Only02 — INTERNAL
Pricing breakdown
Labor hours and rates, materials, direct costs, setup, cleanup, trips, overhead, profit, bond, and total.
Internal Use Only03 — CLIENT READY
Branded proposal
Your scope, assumptions, quantities, exclusions, and total contract value—without exposing labor rates or margins.
Swift and Accurate Construction Solutions.
Reliable, detailed, and dedicated estimating services tailored for both general contractors and subcontractors.
Services
An estimating partner who fits your workflow.
We don’t work for clients—we build lasting partnerships. From one-room paint scopes to multi-trade GC packages, your estimator works as an extension of your business without losing the documentation that protects your bid.
In-house estimator at capacity?Valente Estimating can step in for overflow work without replacing your current estimator or disrupting your process. Use us for a single deadline, a seasonal surge, or ongoing overflow support.
Material takeoffs
Know what the job needs.
A clean, organized takeoff gives your team the quantities it needs to price, order, and execute the work.
- Quantities by system — not a single undifferentiated total
- Coverage math shown — calculated and order quantities
- Consumables included where the scope calls for them
- PDF delivery clearly marked for internal use
Full bid packages
Know what to charge—and what to send.
The full package connects field quantities, internal costs, and a polished proposal without exposing your rates or margin.
- Confidential cost breakdown with labor, materials, direct costs, overhead, profit, and bond
- Client-ready proposal with scope, assumptions, exclusions, and total contract value
- Your branding when you provide your logo and contact details
- Labor hours visible while internal rates and margins stay private
Trades served
Specialized by scope.
Single-trade and general contracting packages are available across the United States.
- Interior & exterior paint
- Wood & metal framing
- Roofing
- Drywall
- Flooring
- Windows & doors
- General contracting
Document control
Built to protect your information.
A
Everything is labeled
Internal documents are clearly marked “CONFIDENTIAL: Internal Use Only.” Client-ready documents are identified separately, reducing the risk of a costly mis-send.
B
No recycled bids
Every estimate is created for the individual contractor and project. Your numbers are never reused as someone else’s shortcut.
C
No double-bidding
Projects are taken first come, first served. Once your trade on a project is accepted into the queue, it will not be estimated for a competing bidder.
Transparent pricing
Right-sized for the scope in front of you.
Simple projects stay affordable. Larger scopes are priced for the detail, responsibility, and documentation they require.
Full bid package base pricing
Start with the project tier.
Final tier is confirmed after the plans are reviewed. Takeoff-only options are available at a lower price.
Micro
One clean, simple scope completed in under an hour—such as one room of paint or a small deck. Paid in full upfront.
$150Full Bid Pkg · $125 takeoff only
XSmall
Single-trade work on projects under $50K.
$375
Small
Projects under $250K.
$650
Small GC Package
Multi-trade general contracting scope under $250K.
$1,500
Medium
Projects from $250K to $1M.
$1,150
Medium GC Package
Multi-trade general contracting scope from $250K to $1M.
$2,750
Large
Projects valued at $1M+.
from $1,900
Large GC Package
Multi-trade general contracting scope valued at $1M+.
from $4,750
Need takeoff only? Materials-only pricing is lower. Send the plans for a project-specific quote.
Schedule premiums
Urgency is transparent.
Rush, STAT, and weekend/holiday premiums are stackable when more than one applies.
+25%
Rush
Expedited turnaround requested ahead of the standard queue.
+20%
STAT
Turnaround requested in less than 72 hours.
+25%
Weekend / holiday
Work requiring weekend or holiday production time.
Payment terms
Clear before work begins.
- New partners: 50% deposit to enter the queue
- Micro jobs: paid in full upfront
- Final balance: due before final files are released
- Past-due balances: no new jobs accepted unless they were submitted together; work already in progress is completed
Changes & revisions
Scope protection.
- First minor revision included
- Additional or major revisions are billed as change-work
- Multiple RFIs, new addenda, or incomplete plans may change the quote
- Fees are earned on delivery and remain due even if delayed payment causes a missed bid deadline
Want the full pricing guide?
Download the client-ready PDF or send the plans for an exact quote.
How it works
From plans to a bid you can trust.
A straightforward process, clear checkpoints, plain assumptions and exclusions, and an estimating partner who remains reachable when questions come up.
Submit the project
Upload plans and share the trade, project details, location, and bid due date.
Review & quote
The documents are reviewed, the tier is confirmed, and you receive a project-specific quote. Any scope questions are raised early—not buried in the final package.
Enter the queue
Approve the quote and pay the applicable deposit. Scheduling is first come, first served.
Receive & review
Pay the final balance, then receive clearly labeled internal files and the customer-ready bid in PDF format. Questions after delivery are welcome—JN stands behind the work.
Standard timeline
What to expect.
Most projects are completed in 4–7 business days, depending on the active queue and project scope.
At submission
Include the complete plan set, specifications, addenda, trade scope, project address, and bid due date.
After review
You receive the confirmed package, price, schedule, and any questions needed to clarify scope.
During estimating
RFIs, assumptions, exclusions, and material decisions are tracked and spelled out plainly. Changes that materially expand the work are discussed and quoted before proceeding.
Before release
You receive notice that the package is ready. The balance is due before final files are released. If a number or assumption raises a concern, call or email—questions are part of the partnership.
Have a deadline on the calendar?
Send the plans early to protect your place in the queue.
Frequently asked questions
Answers before you send the plans.
The essentials on trades, timing, deliverables, pricing, revisions, payment, and confidentiality.
Which trades do you cover?
Interior and exterior paint, wood and metal framing, roofing, drywall, flooring, windows and doors, and general contracting. Both single-trade and multi-trade GC packages are available.
How do I submit plans?
Use the project intake page to upload your plans and project details, or email them directly to Valenteestimating@gmail.com. Include the trade, project name and address, and bid due date.
What if we already have an in-house estimator?
That’s exactly where overflow support helps. Valente Estimating can take on extra bids during deadline surges, seasonal peaks, staff absences, or whenever your estimator’s queue is full—without replacing your team or changing the way you work.
What is the standard turnaround time?
Usually 4–7 business days, depending on the project scope and current queue. Rush, STAT, and weekend or holiday production can be quoted when capacity allows.
What do I receive with a full bid package?
Three coordinated documents: a confidential materials takeoff, a confidential internal cost breakdown, and a branded client-ready proposal with scope, assumptions, quantities, exclusions, and total contract value. Client-facing documents do not show labor rates or margins.
How does pricing work?
Pricing is tiered by project size and scope, beginning at $150 for a clean Micro full bid package. Takeoff-only options cost less. The final tier and price are confirmed after reviewing the plans.
What are the payment terms?
New partners pay a 50% deposit to enter the queue; Micro projects are paid in full upfront. The remaining balance is due before final files are released. It remains due and payable even if a partner’s payment delay causes a missed bid deadline.
How are revisions, questions, or concerns handled?
The first minor revision is included. Additional minor revisions, major scope changes, multiple RFIs, new addenda, or incomplete plans may require a change-work fee or revised quote, and any added cost is explained before work proceeds. If something looks off, call or email. JN would rather review the assumption with a partner than have anyone bid a number they do not trust.
Will you estimate the same project for my competitor?
Never. Projects are scheduled first come, first served, and Valente Estimating never double-bids the same trade on a project. Every bid is unique to the contractor, treated as internal work product, and kept 100% confidential. Numbers are never shared or reused.
Still have a question?
Reach JN directly or send the plans for a project-specific answer.
About
Professional estimating, built on partnership.
Valente Estimating helps contractors bid more work with disciplined numbers, a polished customer-facing package, and a direct relationship with the estimator who stands behind the work.
JN Valente · Owner & Lead Estimator
Your numbers stay close to the work.
Every project is reviewed and checked with the care of someone who understands that a bid is more than a total—it is your labor, your risk, your margin, and your reputation.
We don’t work for clients—we build partnerships. Based in Arcola, IL, Valente Estimating serves contractors across the United States as an extension of their business: someone they can call or email with questions, RFIs, or concerns. Assumptions and exclusions are stated plainly, because accuracy and trust both depend on having no hidden surprises. If something looks off, JN would rather hear about it and work through it than let a partner bid the wrong number.
ProfessionalClient-ready deliverables that represent your company well.
AccurateQuantities, costs, assumptions, and exclusions aligned.
On timeA clear queue and honest turnaround expectations.
ConfidentialNo double-bids, reused numbers, or exposed margins.
Why Valente
A partner who stays reachable.
The goal is simple: make your bid tighter, your workflow lighter, and your customer-facing package stronger—then stay available when a question comes up. Your company stays front and center; your estimating partner stays close enough to help.
Build a partnershipContact
Questions are welcome.
For the fastest project review, use the intake page. If you have an RFI, a concern, or a number that simply does not look right, reach JN directly by email or phone. This is a partnership—not a handoff followed by silence.
Direct contact
JN Valente
Owner & Lead Estimator
EmailValenteestimating@gmail.comPhone(217) 518-5989Based inArcola, IL
ServingContractors across the U.S.
Before you reach out
What helps us quote quickly.
The more complete the submission, the faster the scope can be confirmed and placed in the queue. You are always welcome to call or email if you are unsure what to include.
Complete plan set
Specifications & addenda
Trade and scope
Project address
Bid due date
Contractor markup, if applicable
Field notes
Better bids start with better decisions.
Practical guidance on takeoffs, estimating, bid strategy, scope control, and contractor operations.
Ready to put the ideas to work?
Send the plans and get a project-specific quote.
Project intake
Send me your plans.
Share the project details and upload the plan files. Your submission is emailed directly to Valente Estimating for review.