Sample estimate report
Sample construction estimate report for Australian builders
Download a real EstiFlow sample pack and inspect the report structure: cost summary, trade breakdown, construction programme, BOQ workbook and subcontractor pricing files.
What to look for in the sample estimate
A useful builder estimate should show more than a bottom-line number. It should explain what was measured, what was assumed, where provisional allowances sit and how the estimate can be tested against subcontractor quotes.
Executive construction cost summary with GST, contingency and builder margin visibility
Trade-by-trade estimate narrative for structure, envelope, finishes, services and preliminaries
Construction programme, staging notes, lockup vs fitout split and payment schedule support
Measured BOQ workbook with editable rates, exclusions, provisional sums and assumption tracking
Subcontractor pricing packs that builders can send out for market testing
Risk register, value engineering options and finance-ready cost summary tables
Built for pricing, not just presentation
The downloadable pack shows how EstiFlow connects the client-facing report with working files builders can use internally. The report gives the narrative; the spreadsheets carry the trade detail, editable rates and subcontractor inputs.
Check scope coverage before quoting
Use the sample to see how EstiFlow separates measured quantities, provisional allowances, assumptions and exclusions.
Compare the estimate structure
Review whether the report gives enough detail for builder margin review, supplier pricing and subcontractor trade packages.
Send clearer pricing requests
The paired BOQ workbook and subbie packs help turn one estimate into cleaner subcontractor quote requests.
Sample report FAQs
What is included in the sample construction estimate report?
The sample includes a cost estimate report, construction programme, trade summaries, provisional sums, risk notes, value engineering items, an editable BOQ workbook and subcontractor pricing packs.
Is the sample report based on an Australian project?
Yes. The downloadable sample is based on a redacted Australian residential project so builders can review the structure, terminology and estimate format before uploading their own plans.
Can I edit the BOQ and rates after receiving an EstiFlow estimate?
Yes. EstiFlow provides an editable workbook alongside the report so builders can adjust rates, test allowances and use the BOQ as a pricing control document.
Want the same pack for your project?
Upload your plans and EstiFlow will prepare a cost estimate report, editable BOQ workbook, construction programme and subcontractor pricing packs.