Boost your building business: The power of professional estimators

Professional estimators can have a huge impact on a building business. As a small building firm in the UK, the key to your success lies in winning more valuable work. However, tackling complex projects can often feel daunting, and putting together accurate estimates can be a time-consuming and stressful process. This is where professional estimators come into play. By taking advantage of their expertise, you can increase your chances of winning those all-important contracts and take your business to the next level.

Why Accurate Estimates Matter

In the building industry, precise estimates are crucial. They can significantly impact your chances of securing a project. Inaccurate estimates can either price you out of a job or lead to costly overspends that eat into your profits. Professional estimators bring a wealth of experience and a keen eye for detail, ensuring your estimates are both competitive and realistic.

The HBXL Estimating Service: Your Secret Weapon

One of the best ways to access first-class estimating expertise is through the HBXL Estimating Service. This service is designed to help small building firms like yours create detailed, accurate estimates quickly and efficiently. The HBXL team consists of experienced professionals who understand the intricacies of the UK building market and can tailor their services to meet your specific needs.

Using the HBXL Estimating Service has several advantages:

  1. Expertise on Demand: The team comprises seasoned estimators who know the latest industry trends, materials costs, and regulatory requirements.
  2. Time Savings: Outsourcing your estimating work frees up your time to focus on other critical aspects of your business, such as project management, client relationships, and on-site work.
  3. Increased Accuracy: Our experienced estimators use award-winning EstimatorXpress estimating software designed by our sister company HBXL Building Software. This way we ensure your estimates are precise, are using the latest material prices, and therefore reduce the risk of costly errors.
  4. Professional Presentation The Estimate Pack our estimators produce can win you the business – it looks great and shows how professional you. It also includes a set of 3D models of the job – assuming it’s an appropriate project. I doubt many of your competitors will be presenting colourful models alongside their estimates!
  5. Higher Win Rates: Accurate, smart-looking and competitive estimates are more likely to win contracts. By presenting well-prepared estimates, you demonstrate professionalism and reliability, making you a more attractive option to potential clients.

Real-World Benefits

Consider a small building firm that recently started using the HBXL Estimating Service. Before outsourcing their estimating work, they struggled to put together quotes for larger projects and often lost out to competitors with more polished proposals. After partnering with HBXL, they saw a dramatic improvement in their win rates. They secured several high-value contracts that they previously thought were out of reach, resulting in increased revenue and a stronger market presence.

This way to growth

Incorporating professional estimators into your business strategy is not just about winning more work; it’s about positioning your firm for sustainable growth. By delivering projects on time and within budget, you build a reputation for excellence that leads to repeat business and referrals. Additionally, the insights gained from professional estimators can help you identify cost-saving opportunities and improve overall project efficiency.

What next?

For small building firms in the UK, the road to winning more valuable work can be challenging but highly rewarding. By using our professional estimators you can add rocket fuel to your building business. You can enhance the accuracy and competitiveness of your quotes, take on complex projects with confidence, and ultimately grow your business. The HBXL Estimating Service is a valuable resource that can provide the expertise you need to succeed in an increasingly competitive market.

Give us a call on 0117 916 7894 to check out or estimating service, or send us your building plans for a NO OBLIGATION fee on producing your estimate pack – with free 3D models!