Carter School of Estimating

Learn Commercial Drywall Estimating From Takeoff Through Bid Pricing

A comprehensive, self-paced course built around real commercial drywall estimating methods.

$1 Until Fall!

Why this course

Estimating Is More Than Measuring Plans

This course teaches the commercial drywall estimating process from takeoff through bid pricing, including drywall, taping, metal framing, insulation and ACT. It is approachable for someone new to estimating while still giving experienced estimators a disciplined process they can compare with their own.

The course is designed for learning, not passive viewing. Students should pay close attention, take notes, and make sure they understand each lesson before moving on.

What you will learn

Build the Estimate From the Ground Up

Drywall Takeoff

Metal Framing Takeoff

Insulation & ACT

Production Rates & Labor

Bid Pricing

Estimate Checking

1976Estimating training since

Carter School of Estimating

Training Built From Real Estimating Experience

Carter School of Estimating has taught practical estimating methods for decades. The focus is not generic theory. It is learning how an estimator works through a commercial bid, makes decisions, checks the work and arrives at a price.

Course at a glance

Know What You're Getting

90 DaysAccess

Self-PacedFormat

10 ModulesCurriculum

One StudentLicense

MessagingInstructor support

20" +Recommended screen

Course content

See Exactly What You'll Study

Open any section to see the lessons and quizzes inside.

10 modules

Welcome Message and Tips1 item

Welcome!

Introduction2 items

Introduction – VideoIntroduction – Quiz

Daily Work Clock2 items

Daily Work Clock – VideoDaily Work Clock – Quiz

Laying The Foundation7 items

Laying The Foundation – Part 1 – VideoLaying The Foundation – Part 1 – QuizLaying The Foundation – Part 2 – VideoLaying The Foundation – Part 2 – QuizLaying The Foundation – Part 3 – VideoLaying The Foundation – Part 3 – QuizWalls (Quote)

Phase 1 - Discovery23 items

Drywall – Discovery – Part 1 – VideoDrywall – Discovery – Part 1 – QuizDrywall – Discovery – Part 2 – VideoDrywall – Discovery – Part 2 – QuizStairwell (Quote)Drywall – Discovery – Part 3 – VideoDrywall – Discovery – Part 3 – QuizDialing in (Quote)Drywall – Discovery – Part 4 – VideoDrywall – Discovery – Part 4 – QuizTwo best friends (Quote)Drywall – Discovery – Part 5 – VideoDrywall – Discovery – Part 5 – QuizDrywall – Discovery – Part 6 – VideoDrywall – Discovery – Part 6 – QuizDrywall – Discovery – Part 7 – VideoDrywall – Discovery – Part 7 – QuizDrywall – Discovery – Part 8 – VideoDrywall – Discovery – Part 8 – QuizDrywall – Discovery – Part 9 – VideoDrywall – Discovery – Part 9 – QuizDrywall – Discovery – Part 10 – VideoDrywall – Discovery – Part 10 – Quiz

Phase 2 - Takeoff23 items

Drywall – Takeoff – Part 1 – VideoDrywall – Takeoff – Part 1 – QuizEstimating is an art (Quote)Drywall – Takeoff – Part 2 – VideoDrywall – Takeoff – Part 2 – QuizThe concept (Quote)Drywall – Takeoff – Part 3 – VideoDrywall – Takeoff – Part 3 – QuizIn the digital world (Quote)Drywall – Takeoff – Part 4 – VideoDrywall – Takeoff – Part 4 – QuizDrywall – Takeoff – Part 5 – VideoDrywall – Takeoff – Part 5 – QuizDrywall – Takeoff – Part 6 – VideoDrywall – Takeoff – Part 6 – QuizDrywall – Takeoff – Part 7 – VideoDrywall – Takeoff – Part 7 – QuizDrywall – Takeoff – Part 8 – VideoDrywall – Takeoff – Part 8 – QuizDrywall – Takeoff – Part 9 – VideoDrywall – Takeoff – Part 9 – QuizDrywall – Takeoff – Part 10 – VideoDrywall – Takeoff – Part 10 – Quiz

Phase 3 - First Check2 items

Drywall – First Check – VideoDrywall – First Check – Quiz

Phase 4 - Bid Price9 items

Drywall – Bid Price – Part 1 – VideoDrywall – Bid Price – Part 1 – QuizWatch the pennies (Quote)Drywall – Bid Price – Part 2 – VideoDrywall – Bid Price – Part 2 – QuizDrywall – Bid Price – Part 3 – VideoDrywall – Bid Price – Part 3 – QuizDrywall – Bid Price – Part 4 – VideoDrywall – Bid Price – Part 4 – Quiz

Phase 5 - Second Check Plus Miscellaneous1 item

Drywall – Second Check Plus Misc – Video

Let's Wrap This Up!2 items

Drywall – Final QuizCongratulations!

Who this is for

Built for People Who Need to Estimate Commercial Work

New estimators building a complete process

Experienced estimators sharpening their methods

Contractors developing an estimating department

Employees transitioning into an estimating role