Estimating
How long should it take to write an estimate?
Quick answer
A traditional estimate takes hours of measuring, note-taking and back-office pricing, often delaying the quote by days. With AI capturing scope on site, most estimates can be built and sent in minutes — the speed that wins jobs.
Definition
Estimate turnaround is the time from walking a job to delivering a priced proposal. Faster turnaround directly raises win rates because the first clear quote often wins.
Step by step
- 1Capture scope on site with photos, video or voice.
- 2Let AI build the line items and pricing.
- 3Review, adjust and add your terms.
- 4Send the signed-ready proposal before you leave.
Key takeaways
- Speed wins jobs — the first solid quote often lands it.
- On-site capture removes the back-office bottleneck.
- Minutes, not days, is the new benchmark.
Related questions
- Can AI create estimates?
- How accurate is AI estimating?
- How do I win more bids?
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