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Expert electrical engineering solutions for complex projects.

Electrical Preconstruction and Estimating

Electrical preconstruction and estimating are critical phases in the lifecycle of a construction project, ensuring feasibility, cost control, and strategic planning before breaking ground. Preconstruction involves early-stage coordination with stakeholders, including owners, general contractors, engineers, and architects, to define scope, budget, and scheduling requirements.

This phase allows for value engineering, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or performance. By leveraging preconstruction services, electrical contractors can mitigate risks, improve project efficiency, and enhance collaboration, leading to more accurate bidding and streamlined execution.

Preconstruction Services

  • Early-stage stakeholder coordination
  • Scope definition and planning
  • Value engineering opportunities
  • Risk mitigation strategies
  • Budget optimization
  • Schedule development
  • Material procurement planning
  • Resource allocation

Tools for Accurate Electrical Estimating

AccuBid Anywhere

Accubid Software

H&W Electrical utilizes industry-standard cloud-based estimating software, which features integrated material pricing databases, labor units, and additional functionality.

LiveCount

Live Count Software

Digital takeoff tool for on-screen measurements from digital drawings. 

Real-Time Collaboration

High Tech Coordination Software

Cloud-synchronized estimating and takeoffs are accessible anywhere wifi is available.

In modern electrical preconstruction, technology plays a crucial role in streamlining the estimating process and ensuring accuracy based on the latest market values. These cloud-based solutions eliminate the need for hard copies and manual takeoffs, allowing estimators to efficiently manage project costs, collaborate in real-time, and make data-driven decisions.

Since both tools operate in the cloud, estimates and takeoffs remain synchronized and accessible from anywhere with a Wi-Fi connection. This integration enhances efficiency, reduces errors, and ensures that estimators are always working with the most up-to-date pricing and project data, ultimately leading to more reliable and profitable bids.

Our BIM & Engineering Services

  • Professional Engineering
  • BMI Modeling/Coordination utilizing a full range of Autdesk Software
  • Arc Flash Studies
  • Electrical Distribution Design
  • Lighting Design
  • Grounding Design
  • Cable Schedules
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Benefits of BIM Engineering

  • Visualize your electrical systems with precision before construction begins
  • Access a unified, integrated 3D model to facilitate collaboration among stakeholders
  • Implement real-time design adjustments to enhance scope, power, and sustainability while reducing costly delays

Why Trust H&W Electrical Corporation?

  • Our skilled professionals create a comprehensive 3D model of your electrical systems, incorporating all essential details, specifications, and requirements
  • We effectively collaborate to bring your ideas to life
  • We ensure the 3D BIM model remains a valuable asset by providing support throughout the construction phase and beyond
  • We enhance safety by identifying potential electrical hazards

Ready to Start Your Project?

Contact us today for a consultation