How Much Time (and Money) Are You Losing to Estimating Inefficiencies?
You already know your quotes are taking too long. But what are those late nights, missed weekends, and lost contracts really costing your business?
Take this quick 3-minute quiz to find out — and discover the fastest way to fix it.
Tired of Late Nights and Second-Guessing? There’s a Smarter Way
For years, builders like you have sacrificed late nights to finalise estimates — double-checking numbers, fixing errors, and second-guessing costs. But what if you could take that burden off your plate?
Builders who outsource their estimates to professionals don’t just save time — they see higher accuracy, more conversions, and greater confidence in their pricing.
This means:
Higher Accuracy & Efficiency
Professional estimators use advanced tools and precise data analysis, reducing costly miscalculations and ensuring your quotes are always spot on.
Better Margins & Profitability
Accurate estimates mean no more underquoting or unexpected budget overruns, so you protect your profits on every job.
More Time for Core Activities
Free yourself from time-consuming admin work and focus on managing projects, meeting clients, and growing your business.
Improved Work-Life Balance
Stop sacrificing your evenings to spreadsheets. Outsourcing gives you more time to enjoy life beyond the job site.
Manual Estimating is Costing You More Than You Think
Your time is valuable — wasting hours on inefficient estimating doesn’t just slow you down, it costs you real money. But here’s what most builders don’t consider:
Why Your Current Estimating Process is a Silent Profit Killer
Every builder has a process they’re used to — but does yours actually work for you?
Most builders still rely on outdated methods that slow them down and create costly errors:
Why Your Current Estimating Process is a Silent Profit Killer
Every builder has a process they’re used to — but does yours actually work for you?
Most builders still rely on outdated methods that slow them down and create costly errors:
The Estimating Process You’ve Always Wanted
Picture this: It’s Friday afternoon, and instead of scrambling to finalise estimates, you’re already wrapping up for the weekend, excited to spend your time off doing the things you love — with the people you love. No late nights. No last-minute stress. No second-guessing whether you missed a line item that could cost you thousands.
You check your inbox — your latest estimate is already sent, polished, professional, and 100% accurate. You know every cost is covered, every material accounted for, and every line item justified.
Your client replies within minutes:
“Thanks for sending this through so quickly. Everything looks clear. Let’s move forward.”
Another job won.
And another weekend that’s actually yours to enjoy — not buried in spreadsheets or stressing over missed costs.
Meanwhile, your competitors are still cross-checking numbers, manually adjusting supplier costs, and hoping their spreadsheets are accurate.
Unlike them, you’re ahead — because instead of juggling outdated estimating methods, you’re using V2E’s 3D estimating system — where takeoffs are faster, numbers are precise, and proposals win jobs instead of losing them.
See the Difference for Yourself
What Happens When You Stop Estimating the Old Way
Here's how V2E stacks up against traditional estimating methods:
Most Builders
With
Prone to human error, missing materials, miscalculations.
Advanced 3D takeoffs and automated calculations ensure nothing is missed.
Most Builders: Prone to human error, missing materials, miscalculations.
With V2E: Advanced 3D takeoffs and automated calculations ensure nothing is missed.
Most Builders
Manual takeoffs, spreadsheet revisions, and back-and-forth adjustments consume hours per estimate.
With
Estimates are generated faster with built-in validation, saving hours per week.
Most Builders: Manual takeoffs, spreadsheet revisions, and back-and-forth adjustments consume hours per estimate.
With V2E: Estimates are generated faster with built-in validation, saving hours per week.
Most Builders
Unreliable estimates lead to blown budgets, unexpected variation costs, and client frustration.
With
Accurate cost tracking ensures budgets are reliable and transparent from the start.
Most Builders: Unreliable estimates lead to blown budgets, unexpected variation costs, and client frustration.
With V2E: Accurate cost tracking ensures budgets are reliable and transparent from the start.
Most Builders
Vague, inconsistent pricing that leaves clients questioning the numbers.
With
Every material, labour cost, and mark-up is accounted for — clients trust the numbers.
Most Builders: Vague, inconsistent pricing that leaves clients questioning the numbers.
With V2E: Every material, labour cost, and mark-up is accounted for — clients trust the numbers.
Most Builders
Manual data entry into job management software creates extra work and opportunities for mistakes.
With
Seamlessly syncs with your project management tools — no duplicate data entry.
Most Builders: Manual data entry into job management software creates extra work and opportunities for mistakes.
With V2E: Seamlessly syncs with your project management tools — no duplicate data entry.
Most Builders
Unclear, slow, or inaccurate estimates make clients hesitant, leading to lost jobs.
With
Professional, visually-detailed estimates with 3D models increase client confidence and close rates.
Most Builders: Unclear, slow, or inaccurate estimates make clients hesitant, leading to lost jobs.
With V2E: Professional, visually-detailed estimates with 3D models increase client confidence and close rates.
Most Builders
Missed details are only discovered on-site, causing rework and costly delays.
With
Built-in error detection ensures materials, labour, and costs are correct before construction begins.
Most Builders: Missed details are only discovered on-site, causing rework and costly delays.
With V2E: Built-in error detection ensures materials, labour, and costs are correct before construction begins.
Why V2E Works
When Other Estimating Tools Don’t
"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
What Builders Say After Switching to V2E
Real Stories From Builders Just Like You
Builders don’t just switch to V2E for better estimates — they do it to win back their time.
No more weekends lost to spreadsheets. No more late nights fixing mistakes. Just faster quotes, smoother workflows, and more time to actually run the business — or enjoy life outside of it.
Here’s what they’re saying:
“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
Late Nights, Missed Weekends & Estimating Overload — It Ends Here.
If you’re still working weekends just to keep up with quotes, you’re doing it wrong. You should be:
- Closing more deals — not drowning in spreadsheets.
- Spending time with family — not fixing takeoff errors.
- Running your business with confidence — not scrambling at the last minute.
V2E takes estimating off your plate — so you can take back your time, reduce stress, and focus on what really matters.
Not Ready to Book a Demo Yet?
That’s okay. You don’t need to commit to anything today — but you should know what your current estimating process is really costing you.
Start by seeing how much time (and profit) you're leaving on the table.
