Div 22 · Domestic Water, Sanitary, Storm, Gas & Medical Gas
Starting from CA$75 CAD
Plumbing Estimating Services
Underground DWV, cast-iron and PVC sanitary and storm risers, copper and PEX domestic water, commercial fixtures, interceptors, natural gas and CSA Z7396.1 medical gas takeoffs.
Technical Overview
Plumbing drawings often show schematic risers without full horizontal offsets. We trace floor plans and isometrics together to capture every cleanout, trap primer, CSA B64 backflow preventer, carrier, roof drain and trench, priced to the National Plumbing Code of Canada or your provincial plumbing code and CSA B149.1 for gas.
Governing Canadian Codes & Standards:
National Plumbing Code of Canada / provincial plumbing codes CSA B64 backflow prevention CSA B149.1 natural gas and propane installation CSA Z7396.1 medical gas pipeline systems
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 Plumbing
- ▸ Type L/K ProPress or soldered copper, CPVC, and PEX-a domestic hot/cold water & recirculation
- ▸ Commercial fixture packages, flushometers, ADA carriers, water heaters, and booster skids
- ▸ Natural gas piping, lab acid-waste systems, and NFPA 99 brazed medical gas manifolds/outlets
Common Bid Traps We Catch
- ⚠ Forgotten heavy-duty chair carriers for wall-hung water closets and lavatories
- ⚠ Underground pipe bedding sand, thrust blocks, and slab core-drilling/firestopping sleeves
- ⚠ Trap primers, thermostatic mixing valves, and domestic water chlorination/disinfection
Sample Bill of Quantities
Representative Line Items for Plumbing
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 13 16 | 4" Cast Iron No-Hub Sanitary Waste & Vent Pipe w/ Heavy-Duty Couplings | LF | 1,680 | Includes clevis hangers, sway bracing & test |
| 22 11 16 | 1-1/2" Type L Hard Copper Domestic Water Pipe (ProPress) | LF | 2,150 | Includes copper-plated hangers & 1" fibreglass insulation |
| 22 42 13 | Wall-Hung Commercial Vitreous China Water Closet + Concealed Carrier | EA | 32 | Sensor 4.8 Lpf flushometer, seat & trim labour |
| 22 63 13 | CSA Z7396.1 Type K Degreased Medical Oxygen/Vacuum Copper Piping & Outlets | LF | 940 | Purged silver-brazed joints & 3rd-party verifier fee |
Scope Coverage
Plumbing Sub-Services & Specialisations
Detailed quantity surveys available for every branch of this trade across Canada.
▪ Plumbing Estimating Service
▪ Commercial Plumbing Estimating
▪ Residential Plumbing Estimating
▪ Industrial Plumbing Estimating
▪ Domestic Water Piping Estimating
▪ Sanitary Sewer Estimating
▪ Storm Drainage Estimating
▪ Gas Piping Estimating
▪ Fire Protection Piping Estimating
▪ Plumbing Fixture Estimating
▪ Medical Gas Estimating
▪ Underground Plumbing Estimating
▪ Plumbing Equipment Estimating
Plumbing Takeoffs by Canadian Metro
Calibrated with indicative local labour factors and regional code amendments.
Bid Intelligence FAQ
Plumbing Estimating FAQ
Clear answers about our Canadian estimation deliverables, turnaround, software and fees.
How much do plumbing estimating services cost in Canada? ▼
Single-scope plumbing 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 Plumbing 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 plumbing 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 Plumbing? ▼
We cross-reference every line item against Canadian standards including National Plumbing Code of Canada / provincial plumbing codes, CSA B64 backflow prevention, CSA B149.1 natural gas and propane installation, CSA Z7396.1 medical gas pipeline systems, 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 Plumbing 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