Fire Protection
Estimating Services
Professional fire protection estimating and quantity takeoff — wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems, standpipes, fire pumps, and special suppression. NFPA-referenced. 48–72 hour turnaround.
Standard Turnaround
Referenced Takeoffs
States Covered
Drawing-Referenced
What's Included
Complete Fire Protection Takeoff
Every fire protection takeoff is 100% drawing-referenced — every head, pipe run, and equipment item tied to a specific fire protection drawing sheet.
Sprinkler Head Counts by Type & Coverage
Upright, pendant, sidewall, concealed, and extended-coverage heads — counts by hazard classification (light, ordinary, extra), spacing, and coverage area.
Pipe Quantities by Size & Material
Schedule 10/40 steel pipe, CPVC, and black iron — LF by diameter (1" through 8"), fittings, hangers, and seismic bracing at code-required intervals.
Standpipe & Hose Systems
Standpipe risers, hose valves, hose cabinets, and fire department connections — unit counts and pipe quantities by system class (I, II, III).
Fire Pump & Backflow Packages
Fire pump assemblies, jockey pumps, controllers, test headers, and backflow preventers — equipment counts from mechanical and fire protection schedules.
Special Suppression Systems
Clean agent (FM-200, Novec 1230), CO2, dry chemical, and kitchen hood suppression — cylinder counts, nozzle counts, and pipe quantities from system drawings.
Excel Workbook + Annotated Markups
Quantities in Excel organized by floor, zone, and system type — with color-coded PDF markups tied to specific fire protection drawing sheets.
Why Choose Us
The Union Estimating Difference
NFPA-Referenced Takeoffs
We read fire protection drawings prepared to NFPA 13, 14, and 20 standards — hydraulic calculation areas, design densities, and hazard classifications noted.
System-Level Organization
Quantities are broken out by system type (wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, deluge, standpipe) so each subcontractor can price their specific scope.
Suppression & Detection Separated
Fire suppression quantities (sprinklers, pipe, pumps) are delivered separately from fire alarm device counts — each scope is clearly bounded.
Fixed-Fee Quote Before Work Begins
We review your drawings and provide a firm fee before starting. No hourly billing, no surprises.
48–72 Hour Standard Turnaround
Most fire protection takeoffs are delivered within 48 to 72 hours. Rush delivery available.
Design & Engineering Excluded
We quantify from your supplied drawings. Hydraulic calculations, system design, and NFPA compliance review are not included.
Project Types
Estimates for Every Project
Scope Boundaries
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Sprinkler pipe (LF by diameter and material — steel, CPVC, copper)
- Sprinkler head counts by type (upright, pendant, sidewall, concealed)
- Standpipe systems (LF, hose valve counts, FDC connections)
- Fire pump and controller counts from equipment schedules
- Clean agent and dry chemical suppression (cylinder counts, nozzle counts)
- Excel workbook + annotated PDF markups
Excluded
- Hydraulic calculations and system design
- Permitting and AHJ coordination
- Installation and commissioning
- Costs and labor rates (quantity-only package — pricing package available)
Delivery Packages
Quantity-Only or Cost Estimate
Two delivery packages available. Quantity-Only delivers measured quantities with no pricing. Cost Estimate adds agreed material and labor pricing using our proprietary database and current supplier quotes — all assumptions documented.
Quantity-Only Package
- All measured quantities in Excel — LF, SF, CY, unit counts by type
- Annotated PDF markups showing every counted item
- No pricing, no labor rates — quantities only
- Use with your own pricing or subcontractor quotes
Cost Estimate Package
- Quantity-Only: LF, head counts, unit counts, and annotated markups — no pricing
- Cost Estimate: material pricing from proprietary DB + current supplier quotes
- Labor pricing based on trade productivity and documented wage assumptions
- Subcontractor budget allowances for specialty suppression systems where applicable
- RSMeans used only for government/DOB work where required by scope agreement
How It Works
Four Steps to Your Takeoff
Upload Drawings
Submit your drawings and specifications through our contact form. PDF, CAD, Revit, and most other formats accepted.
Fixed-Fee Quote
We review scope and provide a firm fee before starting. No hourly billing, no surprises.
Takeoff & Review
We measure every quantity from your drawings and verify against schedules and specifications.
Delivery
Excel workbook with annotated PDF markups — delivered within 48–72 hours of approval.
FAQ
Fire Protection Estimating Questions
Related Services
Other Trade Estimating Services
Union Estimating covers all major construction trades — from structural to MEP to specialty systems. Every takeoff is drawing-referenced and delivered in 48–72 hours.
Conduit, wire, panels, switchgear, fixtures, low voltage, and EV charging.
Learn MorePipe by size and material, fixtures, rough-in, water heaters, and medical gas.
Learn MoreDuctwork, HVAC equipment, piping, controls, and SMACNA labor hours.
Learn MoreStructured cabling, security, AV, BAS/DDC controls, and nurse call systems.
Learn MoreFoundations, slabs, walls, columns, rebar by weight, and formwork.
Learn MoreMetal stud framing, board counts, taping, finishing, and shaft walls.
Learn MoreAll Services
Full-spectrum estimating — every service, every trade, every project type.
All Trade Estimating
Browse every trade we cover — full directory with anchor links to each scope.
All Takeoff Services
Quantity-only takeoffs for every major trade — material counts, MEP, civil, and specialty systems.
Get Started
Ready for Your Fire Protection Takeoff?
Upload your fire protection drawings and get a fixed-fee quote within a few hours. No commitment required.
Request a Free Quote