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SERVICES
EARTHWORK TAKEOFF
What is a takeoff?
a Takeoff is a detailed calculation of earthwork volumes needed to bring a project from an existing to a proposed condition. An estimator makes use of advanced software to calculate cut and fill volumes needed to achieve the final grades of a site.
What items are included in the takeoff volumes?
Usually our takeoffs include the following items:
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Topsoil Stripping
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Bank cut & fill (by Strata if boring log provided)
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Structural fill
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Subgrades
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Topsoil Re-spreading
Material Takeoff list
Through the use of Insite software, we are able to provide a detailed excel report in CSI Master format to our customers including the following materials:
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Clearing & Site Preparation
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Erosion Control
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Asphalt and concrete paving
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Earthwork
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Curbs & Sidewalks
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Sanitary and Storm sewer
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Trenches for utilities
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Topsoil
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Fences and gates
What value do takeoffs provide to our customers?
An appropiate takeoff is the first step towards the correct bidding and execution of a construction project. A correct takeoff will help the contractor determine project scope, cost and profit margins as well as the resources and time needed for execution.
Through the use of advanced software we ensure a great level of precision when it comes to earthwork volumes, and our experienced estimators will never misse any details or items needed in the work scope.
Why Outsorce Take-off services?
Having a full time estimator on a payroll can be restricting for the small and medium contractor. Average estimator yearly wages can vary between 45k to 65k Dollars. By using a third party takeoff service, you only pay for the time an estimator spends working on your project, since the time is allocated between many different customers, we are able to provide a cost effective solution to many contractors.
3D MACHINE CONTROL MODELS
What is a Machine Control Model?
A Machine control model is a digital model of the proposed surface for a project that can be read by GPS Controlled equipment. It is created from the grading plan using site coordinates and elevations so the machine knows its exact position relative to the finished grade. This model is uploaded into the equipment so it can be used to grade in a very fast and precise manner with minimum input from the operator.
What benefits does machine control offer to it's users?
There are many benefits that a user will get from Machine Control:
Precision
Horizontal and vertical precision can be reduced to +/- 1/2 inch. This ensures Grades will be always as per plan, completely eliminating the need for surveyors constantly staking out envelopes, setting grade references, and equipment standing by while this happens.
Undercut or over fill is completely eliminated since the machine will not allow the operator to go below or above the grade in the model. Rework is eliminated altogether using this technology
Concrete or Asphalt waste is reduced because of the tighter tolerances achieved at the subgrade, resulting in improved profit margins for the overall project.
Time and Operator Skill
Because the machine takes care of the grades by automatically operating the blade on a dozer or a motor grader, the need for a highly skilled operator is removed from the process. The operator only needs to drive the equipment back and forth, and the machine takes care of the rest. This results in contractors not needing to hire highly skilled or experienced operators to achieve fine grading.
Time is greatly reduced since grading is achieved in a lower number of passes, making your crews more efficient.
Why Outsource Machine Control Modeling?
Having a full time estimator on a payroll can be restricting for the small and medium contractor. Average estimator yearly wages can vary between 45k to 65k Dollars. By using a third party takeoff service, you only pay for the time an estimator spends working on your project, since the time is allocated between many different customers, we are able to provide a cost effective solution to many contractors.