What’s This Really Costing You?
If quoting feels harder than it should be, it’s probably because you’re still relying on outdated systems that waste time and eat into your profits.
Take this quick 3-minute quiz to see what those inefficiencies are really costing your business — and how to fix them fast.
The Estimating Bottlenecks That Are Holding You Back
And Costing You Time and Money
If you’re still stuck in the ‘old’ ways of estimating, you’ve probably experienced one (or all) of these issues:
This is the Silent Profit Killer Lurking in Your Estimates
You think your estimating process is working well enough. Sure, it takes a bit longer than you’d like, and there are occasional mistakes — but nothing major, right?
What if you knew your current (outdated) estimating system is silently bleeding your business dry? Because the truth is, most builders don’t realise just how much they’re losing until it’s too late. Inaccurate estimates and slow turnarounds are responsible for countless lost contracts — contracts that could have added tens of thousands, even hundreds of thousands, to your bottom line.
What’s worse is, it happens so gradually you don’t even see it.
What’s the Real Cost of Your ‘Good Enough’ Estimates?
Every time you manually enter numbers, you risk miscalculations. Every time you second-guess your estimate, you lose valuable hours. Every time a supplier updates pricing and you don’t catch it in time, your margins shrink.
You may not see the impact immediately, but the losses add up. Thousands of dollars in underquoted projects. Jobs slipping through your fingers because your competitor responded first. Missed opportunities simply because your system isn’t built for speed and accuracy.
This isn’t just a minor inefficiency — it’s a silent profit killer. And it’s happening in your business right now.
What Builders Say About Estimating With V2E
Real Feedback From Builders Who’ve Finally Gotten Their Time Back
Still think seamless estimating is too good to be true? These builders used to feel the same — until they switched to V2E.
“V2E are exactly what we needed at GDC Built. I can't recommend Tom and the V2E team enough.Their Professionalism, attention to detail and communication are second to none and I can assure you that we will be partnering with V2E with years to come! 10/10 Thanks again.”
Grant Crapp | GDC Built
“Working with V2E Estimating has been a game-changer for our projects at EvoBuilt. Their expertise in 3D modeling allows our clients to fully visualize their home before construction begins, ensuring they have complete confidence in the design. The level of detail they provide not only helps with aesthetics but also ensures that every material is accounted for, reducing surprises and keeping our builds efficient and accurate. Their team is professional, responsive, and highly knowledgeable, making the estimating and pre-construction process seamless. Their commitment to precision and innovation adds immense value to our projects, and we highly recommend their services to anyone looking for accurate, high-quality estimating and 3D modeling. Regards -”
Robby Kruyer | Evo Built
“These guys are the real deal – the estimating service they offer is amazing. We are just scratching the surface with what they can do. Building the home on a computer first and supplying us with a full bill of quantities means that everything works out so much better before you get to site. It’s a game changer.”
Ryan Stannard | Owner and CEO, Stannard Family Homes, SA
“After engaging several other providers all claiming to do it better than the last, we were losing hope in ever finding a diligent and collaborative QS partner, until we met the team at V2E. The level of service and the quality produced by V2E sets a new standard for estimators in the industry! We are ecstatic with the service provided and could not recommend them highly enough to anyone looking for a premium, collaborative industry partner!”
Evan Turner | General Manager, Watershed Building Company, WA
“Super detailed estimating so you can move forward with confidence.”
Grant Hateley | Owner, Hateley Construct, VIC
“My business has recently started using V2E for estimates and I don't think we will be able to look back. Tom and the team are able to accurately build the house as they are doing the take-off, which allows for all items to be accounted for. The item I love the most is the access to the 3D modelling that is produced at the end of the estimate so you can see exactly what is allowed for to be included in your budget, as well as being able to use that model to understand with ease how the building is going to take shape. Having the model being built as they estimate also allows for any discrepancies in plans and engineering that can be ironed out early. Tom and the V2E team are extremely easy to deal with.”
Matt Hickey | Director, Drifter Building Co, QLD
“I really like the way Vision 2 Estimating present their estimates. Me and my team can access a 3D model of each home we’re building, which is accessible through a QR code so we can access the plans when we’re onsite too. It’s great that we can easily create the take-off list from this model and it’s grouped into cost centres and building sections. It’s the new way of estimating for sure!”
Daniel Morton | Director, Adelaide Green Homes, SA
“The Vision 2 Estimating team are really good to work with. I trust them with our estimating requirements and put all our residential jobs through them now. It’s meant that we don’t need to invest in estimating software or employ estimators, and can just leave it to these guys to use the tools they’ve developed. I look forward to a long partnership with them.”
Adrian Gibbs | Owner, A. Gibbs Constructions, SA
“We've engaged Vision 2 Estimating on our past few projects and they are already an essential part of our team. Tom and his estimators use 3D modelling to create incredibly accurate take-offs. This approach has streamlined our quoting process and ensures our estimates are both accurate and comprehensive. The precision of the 3D models allows us to demonstrate construction methods clearly to our clients, improving their understanding and confidence in our work. Additionally, sharing these models with our subbies has greatly improved communication and clarity on project specifics, they love it!. This level of detail ensures that everyone is on the same page, a huge win for our company. Vision 2 are professional, efficient, and always responsive. I highly recommend Vision 2 Estimating for any construction company looking to enhance their estimating processes and improve overall project efficiency.”
Jay Henman | Director of Operations, HDMB, NSW
“We received the Full Build Model, and it has been incredibly helpful. Having access to the entire project allowed us to explore the full scope in detail and better assess how we might realistically phase the build. The ability to visualise everything at once has sparked productive internal discussions, and we’re now looking forward to jumping on a Teams call to navigate through the model together to provide clarity to the client.”
Bill Ritchie | Div Build
“We initially reached out to V2E due to ongoing challenges with estimating—our quotes weren’t aligning, and we were losing money across multiple projects. V2E helped resolve this by providing accurate, detailed take-offs and estimates.
The 3D construction modelling has been a game changer. It allows us and our clients to visualise how the build will come together, going in-depth into construction details. It’s a powerful sales tool that enhances client understanding and engagement.
Our experience with the V2E team has been exceptional—efficient service, strong communication, and excellent attention to detail. The accuracy in material take-offs has given us confidence that everything needed for construction has been considered.
From a sales perspective, the 3D model helps immensely—clients who struggle to interpret plans can now clearly see how their project will take shape. It allows them to pre-plan and better understand the final outcome.
Integration with our existing systems has also been smooth, particularly with Wunderbuild, where V2E’s outputs slot in seamlessly with our workflows.”
Kyle schneider | coy's constructions, vic
“This process has really shown the value of working with V2E – they’ve been able to identify key details right from the start that we might have otherwise missed.
After reviewing the 3D plans, our clients now have a clearer vision and have requested a few changes to window locations, sizes, and eave lines, which we’re now updating in the plans. It’s been an incredibly helpful step in getting things right before build.”
Travis Woods | Managing Director, Yorke Building Co
The Old Way vs. The V2E Way
What’s Really Costing You Jobs — and How V2E Flips the Script
You don’t have a “small efficiency problem” — you have a system that’s costing you contracts.
This side-by-side comparison shows exactly why your current process is working against you — and what changes when you switch to V2E:
The Old Way: Losing Contracts
The 
Way: Winning More Jobs
Takes days — or even weeks — to generate estimates.
Clients lose patience and go with someone faster.
Quotes are generated faster, meaning you secure jobs before competitors even submit their bid.
Pricing is vague, leading to hesitation.
Clients wonder if costs will change later.
Itemised, detailed estimates build trust and eliminate pricing doubts upfront.
Missed materials & miscalculations lead to budget blowouts.
Clients are frustrated by unexpected costs.
Automated, real-time 3D takeoffs ensure nothing is overlooked. Every material is accounted for.
Too much back-and-forth to justify numbers.
Clients push back, creating friction in negotiations.
Clear, visual breakdowns justify pricing upfront, reducing pushback and making closing the deal easier.
Competing on price alone to win jobs.
Profit margins shrink, and every job feels like a race to the bottom.
Win based on confidence & professionalism. Clients see your value beyond just cost.
Quotes feel rushed and disorganised.
Clients question your ability to manage the project
Polished, professional proposals that make you the obvious, trustworthy choice.
High-stress estimating process.
Long nights, last-minute scrambling, and constant second-guessing.
Streamlined, stress-free estimating. Get quotes done faster with complete accuracy.
The Old Way: Losing Contracts |
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| Takes days — or even weeks — to generate estimates. Clients lose patience and go with someone faster. | Quotes are generated faster, meaning you secure jobs before competitors even submit their bid. |
| Pricing is vague, leading to hesitation. Clients wonder if costs will change later. | Itemised, detailed estimates build trust and eliminate pricing doubts upfront. |
| Missed materials & miscalculations lead to budget blowouts. Clients are frustrated by unexpected costs. | Automated, real-time 3D takeoffs ensure nothing is overlooked. Every material is accounted for. |
| Too much back-and-forth to justify numbers. Clients push back, creating friction in negotiations. | Clear, visual breakdowns justify pricing upfront, reducing pushback and making closing the deal easier. |
| Competing on price alone to win jobs. Profit margins shrink, and every job feels like a race to the bottom. | Win based on confidence & professionalism. Clients see your value beyond just cost. |
| Quotes feel rushed and disorganised. Clients question your ability to manage the project | Polished, professional proposals that make you the obvious, trustworthy choice. |
| High-stress estimating process. Long nights, last-minute scrambling, and constant second-guessing. | Streamlined, stress-free estimating. Get quotes done faster with complete accuracy. |
How Builders Who Switch to V2E Stop Losing Jobs
And Start Winning More
Fast, Accurate, and Seamless Estimating — Without the Headaches
With V2E, you’re not just estimating faster — you’re estimating smarter. Every element of your estimate is connected, ensuring accuracy, speed, and reliability across the board.
