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Silva Cost Consulting was established in April 2002 to provide architects, developers, and governing agencies, throughout the State of California , with accurate cost estimates that are representative of the current bid market.

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We are fast becoming the estimating firm of choice:

  • Experience – our estimating staff has real world “hard bidding” experience, working for some of the largest general contractors in California. To date, we have been involved in the estimation of $5 billion in construction.
  • Reasonable rates – we offer the most competitive rates in the industry.
  • Timely – we are accustomed to working with strict time frames and tight schedules.
  • Accurate – even in this current volatile market, our estimates come within 3% – 5% of actual bids.
  • Very friendly and easy to work with. Just ask anyone.
  • City of Sacramento Small Business
  • DBE with the California Unified Certification Program.
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In an ever changing industry, it is important to keep on top of the latest tools and methods. Silva Cost Consulting, Inc. uses some of the most current tools to estimate.

  • On screen take off using ProEst 11 Takeoff.
  • MII estimating software, used by the Army Corps of Engineers.
  • Customizable excel spreadsheet to meet specific client needs.
  • Integrating BIM into the estimating process.
  • Member of the US Green Building Council.

If you ever have the need for cost estimating services, please do not hesitate to contact  me at 916-444-1130. would be happy to send you a lump sum fee proposal. Thank you,  and please consider Silva Cost Consulting for your next project.

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