Napkins to NUMBERS in minutes
85% of estimating and cost calculations, including critical construction project information exists in spreadsheets that are often disorganized. Zebel takes your spreadsheet data and transforms it into an organized database.
We integrate this database with your initial napkin sketches to generate quick and accurate cost estimates for any construction project.
Create quick construction cost estimates based on historical data.
Trusted by Leading Developers and GC's
Quick Conceptual Estimating with Instant Access to Historical Pricing
Navigate the maze of folders in your shared drive, hoping to find a recent budget. Save, tweak, update, and cross your fingers for no formula mishaps. Sound familiar? With Zebel, turn estimates around in minutes, not weeks.
WE BUILD AND MANAGE YOUR HISTORICAL DATABASE
Fed up with the treasure hunt in your Excel maze? Don’t worry—we’re here to rescue you with Precon concierge services. Send us your data, whether it’s neatly filed or scattered like confetti. Our precon wizards will transform it into a sleek, organized database in Zebel. No more spreadsheet headaches—focus on estimating, not spreadsheet management!
You Create QUICK and Accurate Estimates
Effortlessly retrieve your historical unit pricing from any project in your database with a few simple clicks. Zebel accommodates any unit of measure, automatically adjusting for location and escalation. With no need for data shuffling or manual calculations, our platform streamlines the process for speed and precision in your estimates.
benchmark your cost against the market
Discover the pioneering power of Zebel, the premier platform aggregating actual construction costs from general contractors and developers nationwide. Stay ahead of the curve by comparing your costs with those of other builders, ensuring your competitiveness in today’s dynamic market. And rest assured, it’s all completely anonymous. Your data is securely protected and never shared with anyone.
run a sanity check on your estimate with market data
Harness the power of Zebel analytics to tap into real market data sourced from actual projects. Slice and dice this data in various ways to ensure your estimate aligns with industry trends. Compare your spending with that of other builders to ensure you’re in the right range for your projects.
create comparison reports instantly
Effortlessly analyze project cost and design variations without the need for a new spreadsheet. Easily track project evolution from conceptual stages to final completion with just a few clicks. Say goodbye to hunting through multiple buried spreadsheets in the company shared drive. Simply select the projects and attributes you wish to compare, and let Zebel software do the rest. Instantly access relevant data in a user-friendly format, streamlining your workflow and saving valuable time.
side-by-side comparison made quick and easy
Focus your time on data analysis, not data collection. Instantly generate reports for your preconstruction management or clients to support the accuracy of your estimates by comparing them with other projects. With Zebel, streamline the process and ensure confidence in your estimates with ease.
for any type of construction projects
Commercial
MULTIFAMILY
Industrial
Healthcare
Hospitality
Life Sciences
How It Works
SEND US YOUR junk drawer
Struggling with scattered historical data in various formats? No worries! Simply send them our way, and we'll take care of the rest!
WE CLEAN UP YOUR DATA
Our expert preconstruction team will consolidate your scattered files into one database in Zebel. Plus, we'll conduct takeoffs on your drawings and enrich your database with vital project metrics.
You CREATE QUICK ESTIMATES
Enter project metrics such as site acreage, gross SF, parking stalls, and more. Choose comparable projects from your database, and voila! Your estimate is ready in minutes. With our streamlined process, it's quick and easy.
outcomes
HISTORICAL PROJECT DATABASE
Say goodbye to the endless scavenger hunt for past project info! Embrace streamlined efficiency with our centralized database—your treasure trove of data! Access it securely online, anytime, anywhere, like a secret stash only you can access. Simplify your workflow and seize back your time with our convenient storage solution.
QUICK CONCEPTUAL ESTIMATES
Whip up precise construction cost estimates in minutes with just the basics of your design info—it’s like magic! But wait, there’s more! Dive into the creative playground with our intuitive what-if analysis tools. Explore endless design scenarios and uncover the perfect fit for your vision and budget—all with a few clicks. With our streamlined approach, turning ideas into plans is a breeze—and a blast!
Integrated with Procore Financial
Don’t let your Procore Financials data go to waste. Seamlessly roundtrip your construction cost data from Procore back to preconstruction for estimating purposes with Zebel. With just a simple click, extract your cost data from Procore and utilize it to estimate your upcoming projects effortlessly. Zebel stands out as the only estimating platform offering such seamless integration, allowing you to effectively leverage your past Procore Financials data for estimating purposes.
Enabling better decisions for leading builders in all types of projects
WINNING WITH QUICKER COST ESTIMATES
FROM EXCEL TO EXCELLENCE IN PRECON
NAPKINS TO NUMBERS IN MINUTES
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