Construction Estimating Built for New York City
NYC construction costs are unlike anywhere else in the country. Local labor rates, union requirements, site logistics, and code requirements all require specialized local knowledge.
Why NYC Construction Estimating Requires Local Expertise
NYC's construction market has unique cost drivers that out-of-state estimators consistently underestimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are NYC construction costs so much higher?
+NYC construction costs are 2–3x the national average due to prevailing wage labor rates, union work rules, site logistics constraints, high general conditions costs, permit and inspection fees, and a limited pool of qualified subcontractors driving competitive pricing up. Accurate NYC estimating requires deep local knowledge of all these factors.
Do you estimate projects in all five boroughs?
+Yes. We estimate projects throughout all five NYC boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island — as well as Long Island, Westchester, and all of New Jersey. Our Brooklyn headquarters gives us firsthand knowledge of the NYC construction market.
Do you work with NYC DDC, SCA, and other city agencies?
+Yes. We have extensive experience with all major NYC agency contracts including DDC, SCA, NYCHA, MTA, Port Authority, DASNY, HPD, and HCR — including prevailing wage compliance, MBE/WBE requirements, and all agency-specific bid form requirements.
How do I get started on a NYC construction estimate?
+Call (917) 202-1898, email [email protected], or use our contact form. We respond with a free quote within 2–4 business hours. Just send us your PDF plans and project information.
Trusted by Contractors Nationwide
"Extremely accurate and on time every single time. We use NY Cost Estimating on all of our NYC projects."
"Best estimating company we have worked with. Detailed, fast, and always within budget."
"Their prevailing wage estimates are the most thorough I've seen in 20 years of construction."