Div 08 · Hollow Metal/Wood Doors, Hardware Sets, Storefront & Curtain Wall
Starting from CA$75 CAD
Doors, Windows & Glass Estimating
Door-schedule audits for hollow metal and wood doors, electrified hardware sets, thermally broken storefronts, curtain wall, windows and overhead doors.
Technical Overview
Division 08 bids depend on matching the door schedule to hardware groups: ULC fire-rated labels, electrified panic devices and card-reader power transfers, and triple- or double-glazed low-E units. We check windows against CSA A440 / NAFS with the Canadian supplement and NECB thermal performance for your climate zone.
Governing Canadian Codes & Standards:
NAFS / CSA A440 with Canadian supplement A440S1 CAN/ULC-S104 fire tests of door assemblies NECB fenestration U-values
Service Highlights
From CA$75 CAD / trade scope
- ✓ Turnaround: 24–48 hours
- ✓ Deliverables: Unlocked Excel BOQ + Marked PDF
- ✓ Proposal: Firm 15-minute response in business hours
- ✓ Confidentiality: Strict corporate NDA on request
Quantities Measured in Doors, Windows & Glazing
- ▸ Complete BHMA finish & electrified hardware sets (mortise locks, closers, panic devices, power supplies)
- ▸ 2"x4-1/2" thermally broken aluminum storefront, 2-1/2"x6" curtain wall & 1" solar-control Low-E IGUs
- ▸ Insulated sectional dock doors, rolling steel fire doors, automatic ADA operators & glass railings
Common Bid Traps We Catch
- ⚠ Electrified hardware coordination gaps (electric strikes, EPT hinges, low-energy ADA operators)
- ⚠ Tempered/laminated safety glass code upgrades within 24" of doors and <18" from finished floor
- ⚠ Structural wind-load steel tube reinforcing inside tall curtain-wall mullions
Sample Bill of Quantities
Representative Line Items for Doors, Windows & Glazing
Every line item is delivered in an unlocked Excel sheet with formula-linked unit rates and Canadian code notes.
| CSI Code | Description | Unit | Sample Qty | Canadian Spec Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 11 13 | 3'-0"x7'-0" 16GA Welded Hollow Metal Frame + 18GA Insulated Door (90-Min ULC) | EA | 42 | Includes Schlage mortise lock, LCN closer, hinges, perimeter smoke seal |
| 08 41 13 | Thermally Broken Clear Anodized Aluminum Storefront w/ triple-glazed low-E argon IGU | SF | 4,200 | Includes sill flashing pan, perimeter backer rod/silicone & heavy-duty entrances |
| 08 33 23 | 12'x14' Insulated Motorized Rolling Steel Overhead Service Door | EA | 4 | 20GA galvanized slats, weatherstripping, hoist operator & photo-eye safety |
Scope Coverage
Doors, Windows & Glazing Sub-Services & Specialisations
Detailed quantity surveys available for every branch of this trade across Canada.
▪ Door Estimating
▪ Window Estimating
▪ Glass Estimating
▪ Glazing Estimating
▪ Storefront Estimating
▪ Curtain Wall Estimating
▪ Aluminum Window Estimating
▪ Hollow Metal Door Estimating
▪ Wood Door Estimating
▪ Overhead Door Estimating
▪ Garage Door Estimating
▪ Door Hardware Estimating
▪ Glass Railing Estimating
Doors, Windows & Glazing Takeoffs by Canadian Metro
Calibrated with indicative local labour factors and regional code amendments.
Toronto Doors, Windows & Glazing Takeoffs (CA$90)
Montreal Doors, Windows & Glazing Takeoffs (CA$80)
Vancouver Doors, Windows & Glazing Takeoffs (CA$90)
Calgary Doors, Windows & Glazing Takeoffs (CA$85)
Edmonton Doors, Windows & Glazing Takeoffs (CA$85)
Ottawa Doors, Windows & Glazing Takeoffs (CA$85)
All 25 Canadian Metros →
Bid Intelligence FAQ
Doors, Windows & Glazing Estimating FAQ
Clear answers about our Canadian estimation deliverables, turnaround, software and fees.
How much do doors, windows & glass estimating cost in Canada? ▼
Single-scope doors, windows & glazing takeoffs start from CA$75 CAD. Most commercial bid packages are quoted as guaranteed flat fees based on drawing sheet count and scope complexity with zero hidden add-ons.
What deliverables are included with a Doors, Windows & Glazing estimate? ▼
Every package includes an unlocked, fully editable Microsoft Excel Bill of Quantities (BOQ) with all formula links intact, colour-coded marked-up PDF drawing layers, an unpriced vendor Bill of Materials (BOM) for supply house pricing, and a verified inclusions and exclusions sheet.
What software platforms and workflows do your doors, windows & glazing estimators use? ▼
Our estimators prepare takeoffs with industry-standard Canadian estimating and takeoff software. Deliverables are unlocked Microsoft Excel workbooks and colour-coded marked-up PDFs, so you do not need a software licence to review them.
How are Canadian codes and standards addressed in Doors, Windows & Glazing? ▼
We cross-reference every line item against Canadian standards including NAFS / CSA A440 with Canadian supplement A440S1, CAN/ULC-S104 fire tests of door assemblies, NECB fenestration U-values, calibrating labour productivity and freight allowances to your project province and Forward Sortation Area (FSA).
Are my bid figures and drawings kept confidential? ▼
Your project is safe with us. We never share your drawings, pricing, or bid figures with any other contractor. An NDA is available on request — just ask and we will sign one before you share your plans.
Firm Flat-Fee Bid Proposal · 15-Minute Response
Get a 15-Minute Proposal for Your Doors, Windows & Glazing Project
Upload your drawings now. Receive a firm, guaranteed flat fee starting from CA$75 CAD.
✓ 24–48h Turnaround
✓ Dual-Estimator QA Review
✓ Canadian Code & Currency (CAD)
✓ NDA on Request