Fire Protection Estimating
Fire sprinkler and fire protection takeoffs with heads, mains, branch lines, risers, standpipes, pumps and valves by hazard area, priced at regional rates and delivered in 24–48 hours.
Heads, pipe and valves for every hazard area.
Fire protection estimating services from NYNMO Estimating give fire sprinkler contractors and general contractors an accurate takeoff of sprinkler and standpipe systems. Our estimators count heads by type and measure mains and branch lines by size from the fire protection drawings, list risers, valves and fire department connections, and include pumps and backflow assemblies, so your bid reflects the actual system layout.
Fire protection drawings are often issued as design-build or performance documents, with full layouts produced later. When only hazard areas and head spacing are shown, we calculate head counts and estimated pipe from area, hazard classification and spacing rules, and clearly mark those quantities as preliminary, so you know what is measured and what is calculated.
How we build a fire protection estimate
We review the fire protection plans, hydraulic notes, riser diagrams, specifications and architectural reflected ceiling plans. Heads are counted by type, pipe is measured in PlanSwift and Bluebeam by size and material, and risers, valves, standpipes and connections are listed. Fire pumps, backflow preventers, hangers and seismic bracing are added, and material and labor are priced at regional rates.
Fire protection systems we take off.
Wet, dry, preaction and standpipe systems, by hazard area.
Wet pipe systems
Heads, branch lines and mains for light, ordinary and extra hazard areas in typical occupied spaces.
Dry and preaction systems
Dry valves, preaction valves, compressors and pipe for unheated spaces and sensitive areas.
Standpipes
Class I, II and III standpipes with hose valves, cabinets and roof manifolds.
Risers and valves
System risers, control valves, alarm valves, flow switches, tamper switches and drains.
Pumps and supply
Fire pumps, jockey pumps, controllers, backflow preventers and underground fire lines.
Supports and testing
Hangers, seismic bracing, sleeves, hydrostatic testing and flushing.
Fire protection estimates for every occupancy.
ResidentialMultifamily and single-family systems
For residential projects we estimate NFPA 13D and 13R systems in homes, apartments and senior living, with CPVC and steel piping, heads and risers totaled by building and unit type.
Commercial & industrialOffices, warehouses and healthcare
For commercial and industrial buildings we cover NFPA 13 systems, storage occupancies, dry and preaction systems, standpipes and fire pumps in offices, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Fire protection costs that are easy to miss.
These items commonly fall out of sprinkler bids:
- Heads under obstructions like ducts and wide equipment.
- Concealed space and attic coverage where required.
- Seismic bracing on mains and risers in seismic regions.
- Underground fire lines and connections to the city main.
- Hydraulic calculation and design fees on design-build projects.
Measured and calculated quantities are labeled separately, so you know which numbers need confirmation.
Three steps from plans to a priced bid.
Send your plans
Upload your drawings, specifications and bid date, and tell us which fire protection scope you need priced.
We take off and price
Our estimators measure every fire protection 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 fire protection.
Our fire protection takeoffs fit contractors who need reliable heads and pipe quantities.
Sprinkler contractors
Bid more systems with heads and pipe measured correctly.
Design-build contractors
Budget systems before full layouts are drawn.
General contractors
Check fire protection bids and scope coverage.
Developers
Budget fire protection early in design.
Why sprinkler contractors outsource takeoffs.
Counting heads and measuring branch lines across large floor plates takes time that sprinkler contractors need for design and installation. Outsourcing gives you accurate quantities quickly so you can bid more work.
Fire protection is coordinated with other building systems, so clients often order our MEP estimating, plumbing and electrical services on the same project.
Common questions about fire protection estimating.
Answers to the questions contractors ask most before ordering an estimate.
How do you count sprinkler heads?
Heads are counted by type and finish from the fire protection plans. When only hazard areas are shown, we calculate counts from area, hazard classification and spacing rules and mark them as preliminary.
Do you measure sprinkler pipe?
Yes. Mains, cross mains and branch lines are measured by size and material, with joining method noted for labor pricing.
Do you estimate standpipes and fire pumps?
Yes. Standpipes, hose valves, fire department connections, fire pumps, controllers and backflow preventers are listed separately.
Can you estimate from performance drawings?
Yes. We estimate design-build systems from hazard areas and spacing rules, clearly labeling calculated quantities.
How long does a fire protection estimate take?
Most fire protection estimates are delivered within 24 to 48 hours.
How much does a fire protection estimate cost?
Pricing is per project with a flat quote before work starts. Send your plans for a free quote.
Have a fire protection 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.