Hourly ratings for columns, beams, floors, and roofs come from the construction type and the life safety drawings. If those sheets are skipped, the estimate prices the wrong protection. We start every fireproofing estimate with the code analysis and rated assembly references.
A light beam can need far more fireproofing thickness than a heavy one for the same rating, because thinner steel heats faster. Pricing by average thickness hides that difference. Member level calculations tied to the steel schedule keep material quantities realistic, and they pair naturally with our [metals estimating services](link: Metals Estimating Services) when the steel package is priced too.
On a busy floor, hundreds of penetrations can pass through rated walls and slabs. Each needs a listed firestop system, and each one takes labor. Counting them early prevents one of the most common budget gaps in commercial work. For the rest of the building, our construction estimating services cover every other trade.
SFRM is priced for beams, columns, joists, and deck according to the required rating and listed design. Thickness is calculated for each member size, then converted into material volume and application labor. Applicators get quantities they can order and spray with confidence.
Architectural steel that stays exposed often uses thin film intumescent coatings. We price primer, intumescent layers by dry film thickness, and decorative topcoats for each member. Visible steel stays protected and attractive without surprise costs.
Exterior steel, harsh environments, and industrial structures often require epoxy intumescent systems. We price material, surface preparation, mesh reinforcement where required, and application labor. Demanding locations get coatings that last.
Parking garages, mechanical areas, and exposed exterior steel frequently need durable high density cementitious materials. We price these heavier systems with sealers and any required reinforcement. Owners get protection that stands up to impact and weather.
Gypsum, calcium silicate, and mineral board enclosures around columns and beams are priced by perimeter, height, and layer count. Framing, fasteners, and corner protection are included. Finished spaces get clean, rated protection without spray work.
Joists and floor or roof deck are priced by surface area and listed design requirements. Bottom chords, bridging, and deck flutes are accounted for. Large floor plates receive accurate material and labor quantities.
Pipes, conduits, ducts, cables, and mixed penetrations are counted by size, material, and rated assembly. Each is matched to a suitable listed system type. Firestop contractors get a complete count instead of a rough allowance.
Head of wall joints, wall to wall joints, and floor to wall joints are measured in linear feet with movement requirements reviewed. Listed joint systems are priced by width and rating. Rated construction stays continuous at every edge.
Field applied fire wraps for grease ducts, exhaust ducts, and penetrations are priced by duct size, length, and number of layers. Wraps are matched to listed enclosure systems. Kitchen and exhaust projects meet code without missed scope.
Refineries, chemical plants, and energy facilities may require fireproofing rated for hydrocarbon fire exposure. We price these specialty systems, including surface preparation and reinforcement. Industrial owners get pricing built for high hazard environments.
After other trades damage or remove fireproofing, it must be repaired and reinspected. We price patching, overspray cleanup, and existing building upgrades. Renovation projects regain rated protection without guesswork.
Special inspections for thickness, density, and bond strength are often required for spray applied materials. We include testing allowances and access needs where specifications call for them. Closeout runs smoothly because inspection costs are already carried.
Some building types carry heavier fire ratings, larger steel frames, or more penetrations than others. These are the projects where fireproofing pricing has the greatest impact.
Spray and coating contractors use our member level quantities to bid more projects accurately.
Firestop specialists rely on our penetration counts and joint lengths to price complete scopes.
GCs use our estimates to confirm that fireproofing and firestopping bids cover every rated assembly.
Fabricators use our intumescent pricing when coatings are applied in the shop.
Design teams use our numbers to compare fireproofing options during design.
Owners use our repair and upgrade estimates to restore protection in existing buildings.
Fireproofing estimates depend on reading code plans, structural schedules, and listed designs together. Here is how we bring them into one price.
Send life safety plans, structural drawings, steel schedules, MEP plans, and Division 07 fire protection specifications.
We confirm the required ratings, systems, and scope boundaries, then send a fixed fee with a delivery date.
Thickness is calculated by member, penetrations and joints are counted, and pricing is checked by a second estimator.
You receive pricing organized by rating, system, and area, with listed design references and assumptions.
Browse real samples of our takeoffs, cost estimates, and drafting work to see the level of detail you can expect on your own project.
It depends on building size, number of rated members, penetration count, and the systems involved. A small steel building costs less to price than a high rise hospital. You receive a fixed fee before work starts.
Most projects are delivered within two to four business days. Large buildings with extensive firestopping may take four to six business days.
We use the required rating, the listed design, and each steel member’s size and weight. Thickness is calculated member by member rather than averaged.
Spray applied materials are usually less expensive, while intumescent coatings cost more but allow exposed architectural steel. We can price both options for comparison.
Yes. We count through penetrations and measure joints, then price listed systems for each rated assembly.
Yes. When specifications require thickness, density, or bond testing, we include inspection allowances.
Yes. We price shop applied coatings separately from field touchup, which helps fabricators and contractors divide scope clearly.
Yes. We price high density cementitious and epoxy intumescent systems designed for exterior or high humidity conditions.
Yes. We price patching, replacement, and upgrades for existing buildings and areas damaged by other trades.
Yes. We price listed fire wraps for grease ducts and exhaust ducts by size, length, and number of layers.
Yes. We price specialty fireproofing for industrial and petrochemical structures, including surface preparation and reinforcement.
Yes. We compare proposals with the drawings and our pricing, identifying missing members, penetration gaps, and rating differences.
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