Painting Estimating Services
Interior and exterior painting takeoffs measured from the finish schedule, with surface areas, gallons, coats and labor priced at regional rates, delivered in 24–48 hours.
Surface by surface, coat by coat.
Painting estimating services from NYNMO Estimating give painting contractors and general contractors an accurate measurement of every surface to be painted or coated, organized by finish type and room. Our estimators read the finish schedule, measure walls, ceilings, doors, frames and trim from the drawings, and calculate gallons from the number of coats and coverage rates, so your bid reflects the actual paint system rather than a rough square-foot factor.
Painting margins depend on knowing what is easy and what is slow. A large open wall paints quickly, while doors, frames, handrails, exposed ceilings and accent walls take far more time per square foot. That is why our estimates separate surfaces by type and difficulty, so you can apply the right production rate to each one.
How we build a painting estimate
We start with the room finish schedule, door schedule and painting specifications to confirm products, sheen, number of coats and surface preparation. Wall and ceiling areas are measured in PlanSwift and Bluebeam room by room, doors and frames are counted from the schedule, and trim, handrails and exposed items are measured by linear foot or by piece. Gallons are calculated from coverage rates, and material and labor are priced at regional rates.
Painting and coatings we take off.
From a single tenant suite to a full building, each surface type is quantified separately.
Interior walls
Gypsum board, plaster and masonry walls by room and finish, with accent and feature walls identified.
Ceilings
Drywall ceilings, soffits, bulkheads and exposed structure, deck and ductwork in open ceilings.
Doors and frames
Hollow metal and wood doors and frames counted from the door schedule, painted or stained.
Trim and millwork
Base, casing, crown, window sills, handrails and wainscot by linear foot or piece.
Exterior surfaces
Siding, stucco, masonry, fascia, soffits, railings and exterior metal, measured by elevation.
Specialty coatings
Epoxy floors, high-performance coatings, intumescent paint, anti-graffiti and masonry sealers.
Painting estimates for every project type.
ResidentialHomes, multifamily and repaints
For residential work we estimate new homes, apartments and repaints, with rooms, ceilings, trim and doors listed separately so you can quote a full repaint or walls only.
CommercialOffices, schools, healthcare and retail
For commercial projects we cover tenant improvements, schools, hospitals, hotels and retail, including high-performance coatings, exposed structure and the door and frame counts that drive labor.
Painting costs that are easy to miss.
These items are often skipped in a quick painting estimate, and each one costs labor:
- Doors and frames, which take far longer than wall area suggests.
- Exposed ceilings with deck, joists and ductwork to be painted.
- Color changes and accent walls that add cut-in time.
- High walls and stairwells that need lifts or scaffolding.
- Surface preparation, primers and patching specified for existing work.
Every line carries the surface, area, coats and gallons, so you can set your own production rates.
Three steps from plans to a priced bid.
Send your plans
Upload your drawings, specifications and bid date, and tell us which painting scope you need priced.
We take off and price
Our estimators measure every painting item from the plans and price material and labor at current rates for your region.
Review and bid
You receive the Excel estimate and marked-up plans, ask for any changes, and submit your bid with confidence.
Built for the people who bid painting.
Our painting takeoffs fit contractors who want accurate quantities without hours of measuring.
Painting contractors
Bid more interior and exterior jobs with surfaces priced correctly.
Coatings contractors
Quantify specialty coatings and floor systems accurately.
General contractors
Check painting bids and carry a reliable finishes budget.
Property managers
Budget repaints and capital projects before going to bid.
Why painting contractors outsource takeoffs.
Measuring every room, door and trim run takes time that painting contractors would rather spend on site or selling work. Outsourcing the takeoff gives you accurate quantities in a day or two, so you can bid more projects without adding office staff.
Painting usually follows other finish trades, so clients often order our drywall and flooring estimates on the same project. For ongoing bidding, a dedicated estimator can learn your rates and template.
Common questions about painting estimating.
Answers to the questions contractors ask most before ordering an estimate.
How do you measure painting areas?
Walls and ceilings are measured room by room from the drawings and finish schedule, doors and frames are counted from the door schedule, and trim is measured by linear foot. Areas are grouped by finish and surface type.
Do you calculate gallons of paint?
Yes. Gallons are calculated from surface area, number of coats and the coverage rates for the specified products, with primer listed separately.
Do you estimate exterior painting?
Yes. Exterior siding, stucco, masonry, trim, fascia, soffits and railings are measured by elevation and listed by surface type.
Can you include painting labor?
Yes. Labor is priced by surface type and area at regional rates, or you can apply your own production rates to our quantities.
How long does a painting estimate take?
Most painting estimates are delivered within 24 to 48 hours of receiving plans and finish schedules.
How much does a painting estimate cost?
Painting estimates are priced per project, with a flat quote before work starts. Send your plans for a free quote.
Have a painting project to estimate?
Tell us about the project and we will reply within one business day with a flat price and turnaround. You can also email your plans to info@nynmoestimating.com.