Div 32 · Commercial Planting, Irrigation, Hardscapes, Fencing & Pools
Starting from CA$75 CAD
Landscaping & Exterior Estimating
Caliper and container plant schedules, irrigation zones and mainline, permeable pavers, fencing and gates, site lighting, and pool takeoffs.
Technical Overview
Landscape drawings pack thousands of symbols across hardscape, irrigation and planting sheets. We count every tree by caliper, shrub by container size, soil and mulch volumes, irrigation zones and paver patterns, to the Canadian Landscape Standard and plant hardiness zone for your site.
Governing Canadian Codes & Standards:
Canadian Landscape Standard (CSLA / CNLA) CSA B64 irrigation backflow Canadian plant hardiness zones
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 Landscaping & Hardscape
- ▸ Commercial automatic irrigation controllers, RPZ backflows, PVC lateral/mainlines, rotors & drip zones
- ▸ Concrete/clay interlocking pavers, architectural seat walls, pergolas, bollards & site furnishings
- ▸ Ornamental aluminum/steel fencing, chain-link security perimeters, motorized cantilever gates & pools
Common Bid Traps We Catch
- ⚠ 90-day or 1-year commercial plant warranty replacement & maintenance watering obligations in Div 32 specs
- ⚠ Directional boring sleeves (Schedule 80 PVC) under roadways before asphalt is placed
- ⚠ Imported engineered bioretention media mix inside municipal rain gardens and bioswales
Sample Bill of Quantities
Representative Line Items for Landscaping & Hardscape
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 93 43 | 75 mm Caliper B&B Shade Trees Planted w/ Staking, Root Barrier & Mulch Saucer | EA | 46 | Includes 1-year warranty & amended backfill mix |
| 32 84 23 | Commercial Multi-Zone Pop-Up Rotor & Drip Irrigation System w/ Smart Weather Controller | SF | 42,000 | Includes Sch 40 mainline, Class 200 laterals, valves & CSA B64 RP backflow |
| 32 14 13 | 80mm Heavy-Duty Vehicular Concrete Interlocking Pavers over Aggregate Base | SF | 5,800 | Includes concrete edge restraint, bedding sand & polymeric joint sand |
Scope Coverage
Landscaping & Hardscape Sub-Services & Specialisations
Detailed quantity surveys available for every branch of this trade across Canada.
▪ Landscaping Estimating
▪ Hardscape Estimating
▪ Softscape Estimating
▪ Irrigation Estimating
▪ Planting Estimating
▪ Sod Installation Estimating
▪ Tree Removal Estimating
▪ Fence Estimating
▪ Gate Estimating
▪ Retaining Wall Estimating
▪ Swimming Pool Estimating
▪ Outdoor Lighting Estimating
Landscaping & Hardscape Takeoffs by Canadian Metro
Calibrated with indicative local labour factors and regional code amendments.
Toronto Landscaping & Hardscape Takeoffs (CA$90)
Montreal Landscaping & Hardscape Takeoffs (CA$80)
Vancouver Landscaping & Hardscape Takeoffs (CA$90)
Calgary Landscaping & Hardscape Takeoffs (CA$85)
Edmonton Landscaping & Hardscape Takeoffs (CA$85)
Ottawa Landscaping & Hardscape Takeoffs (CA$85)
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Bid Intelligence FAQ
Landscaping & Hardscape Estimating FAQ
Clear answers about our Canadian estimation deliverables, turnaround, software and fees.
How much do landscaping & exterior estimating cost in Canada? ▼
Single-scope landscaping & hardscape 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 Landscaping & Hardscape 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 landscaping & hardscape 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 Landscaping & Hardscape? ▼
We cross-reference every line item against Canadian standards including Canadian Landscape Standard (CSLA / CNLA), CSA B64 irrigation backflow, Canadian plant hardiness zones, 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 Landscaping & Hardscape 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