What plans do I need to upload?
Residential estimates can start from DA-stage architectural plans. For commercial and other projects, send the current drawings, schedules, specifications and model files available for the job. NatHERS, BASIX, structural, geotechnical, services, finishes and landscape documents tighten the relevant scope when available.
How accurate are the estimates?
Every measurement is taken directly from your supplied plans — not templates or benchmarks. Rates are sourced from established Australian construction cost references, updated quarterly. Every BOQ line states its method and basis; document-derived lines cite the relevant drawing, schedule or model source. We recommend verifying quantities with an appropriately qualified professional before entering into formal contracts.
How long does it take?
Residential estimates and Residential Trade Estimate Packs are typically delivered within 1 business day from payment and a complete document set. Commercial estimates and Commercial Trade Estimate Packs are typically delivered within 2 business days from payment and a complete document set. Major-project timing is agreed with your quote.
What do I receive?
Full residential and commercial estimates include a Cost Estimate Report, editable costed BOQ workbook, construction programme, subcontractor pricing packs and dashboard. The full commercial estimate tiers also include a tender-grade Scope of Works. Residential Scope of Works is a $99 add-on. A Trade Estimate Pack, A$399 residential or A$999 commercial, includes the cost report for the selected package, an editable bill of quantities and a rate-free subcontractor pricing workbook. Exact document length varies by project.
What project types are supported?
New builds, alterations and additions, extensions and renovations use the residential ladder according to dwelling type and dwelling count. This includes granny flats, houses, duplexes, triplexes and townhouses up to 15 dwellings. Fitout, commercial, industrial, apartments, multi-residential and mixed-use projects use the published commercial ladder. Commercial projects at $25M or more, 8+ above-ground storeys or more than one building are quoted first.
What file formats do you accept?
We accept PDF, IFC, DWG, SketchUp, LandXML, JPG, PNG, TIFF, DOCX and XLSX. Send model files as supplied alongside the issued drawing set.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. Your first paid EstiFlow estimate carries a money-back guarantee: if the completed estimate is not useful to you, email info@estiflow.com.au within 7 calendar days of delivery with your job reference and we refund that estimate in full — no supporting evidence and no dispute process required. Separately, if our system fails to produce a report you receive an automatic full refund, and if you believe a delivered estimate contains material errors you can raise a quality dispute, which we review within 5 business days. Outside those routes there is no refund for change of mind once processing begins. See our full Refund Policy for details.
Do I need a subscription?
No. EstiFlow is pay-per-job. No subscriptions, no lock-in contracts. Pay only when you need an estimate.
Is EstiFlow estimating software?
No — it's a service, not software. Send the plans and EstiFlow prepares the estimate pack for you. There is no estimating software to learn.
What determines the cost?
Residential pricing runs from $299 to $1,599. Commercial fitout is a fixed $1,099. Commercial is $1,490 and Large is $1,990. A Trade Estimate Pack for one trade or subcontract package is A$399 on a residential project and A$999 on a commercial project of any size. The optional selector recommends a tier from the project details, and you may choose another. All published prices include GST.
Can I adjust the rates in the report?
Yes. You can edit any rate or quantity directly in your browser and see BOQ totals recalculate live. Adjust your builder margin percentage, toggle site supervision on or off, and save your rate preferences to a profile that automatically applies to every future job.
