Estimating Process • Field Guide
FL Lic. CGC1517295 • CCC1329271

How fast can I get an estimate?

John Kraja, Qualifying Contractor
John (Genti Kraja) Master Qualifier • CGC1517295 / CCC1329271
7 Min Read
Updated October 2026

When you have a pressing building deadline, a severe roof leak, or an upcoming condominium association board meeting, waiting weeks for a general contractor to return an estimate is unacceptable. At Planet Construction, our estimating workflow is designed for promptness, technical accuracy, and zero sales games. We start with a quick 15-minute phone discovery conversation and typically deliver comprehensive itemized written proposals within 24 to 48 hours following an on-site evaluation.

Executive Briefing • Key Takeaways

Florida Code Verified
  • Step 1 is a rapid 15-minute phone discovery call directly with our team to clarify your building scope, timeline, and site conditions.
  • We dispatch a qualified estimator or licensed qualifier John Kraja to conduct an in-person physical inspection within 24 to 48 hours.
  • Itemized written proposals are delivered within 1 to 3 business days, complete with unit pricing, material specifications, and warranty terms.
  • Our office and estimating teams operate seven days a week, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, to accommodate board schedules and urgent deadlines.
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Our 3-Phase Estimating Timeline

We treat estimating with the exact same engineering discipline as construction itself:

Phase 1 • Minutes 0 to 15

Preliminary Discovery Call

Call us at (754) 301-6747 or submit our online form. We clarify your property address, building type (commercial, HOA, luxury residential), existing structural issues, and any engineering reports you have on hand.

Phase 2 • Within 24 to 48 Hours

On-Site Physical Inspection

A licensed qualifier or experienced project manager visits the property to take laser measurements, inspect roof pitch, probe concrete slab delamination, examine tie beams, and check existing municipal permit histories.

Phase 3 • 24 to 72 Hours Post-Inspection

Comprehensive Itemized Written Proposal

We deliver a detailed digital proposal detailing line-item labor, material brands, municipal permitting allocations, unit-price contingencies, and warranty parameters ready for board or owner sign-off.

Why Satellite 'Ballpark' Quotes Waste Your Time

Some roofing companies offer "instant online estimates" generated entirely from satellite mapping tools like Google Earth or EagleView. While convenient for high-volume residential shingle outfits, satellite estimates are notoriously inaccurate for South Florida commercial and coastal buildings.

A satellite cannot detect:

  • Rotted structural plywood or rusted metal decking hidden beneath multiple older roofing layers.
  • Rebar spalling inside structural concrete parapet walls.
  • Improper slope-to-drain conditions causing severe ponding water.
  • HVAC mechanical curb clearance heights required by current Florida Energy and Mechanical codes.

By insisting on an in-person physical inspection before issuing our formal proposal, Planet Construction guarantees that the price on your proposal is grounded in real-world structural facts, not computer guesses.

Direct Qualifier Access • No Middlemen

Have Questions About an Upcoming Project?
Speak Directly With Our Qualifier

Skip the broker runaround and call center gatekeepers. Speak directly with Genti (John) Kraja, qualifying master builder and roofing contractor of record for Planet Construction. We provide engineering feasibility evaluations, code guidance, and itemized bids across South Florida.

No call center. No sales rep. Real answers directly from the license qualifier.

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