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Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 27, 2026
Last Updated: February 27, 2026
Federal Estimating (“Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including but not limited to U.S. privacy laws and, where applicable, international regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
This Privacy Policy applies to our website, https://federalestimating.com/, and all services provided by Federal Estimating.
1. Who We Are
Business Name: Federal Estimating
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (512) 428-8879
Address: 5900 Balcones Drive Suite 100, Austin, TX 78731
2. Scope of This Policy
This Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal information when you:
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Visit our website
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Request a quote or consultation
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Upload project files (drawings, plans, BOQs, specifications, etc.)
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Contact us via phone, email, forms, or other communication channels
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Engage our construction estimating and project-related services
3. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal and business information:
A. Contact and Identity Information
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Full name
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Company name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Project location details
B. Project and Service Information
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Architectural drawings
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Blueprints
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Specifications
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BOQs and quantity takeoff files
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Notes, instructions, and project-related communications
C. Transaction Information
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Quote and invoice details
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Payment confirmation details (processed through third-party payment providers)
D. Technical & Usage Information
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IP address
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Browser type and device information
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Website interaction data (pages visited, time spent, etc.)
4. How We Collect Information
We collect information:
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Directly from you (forms, emails, calls, file uploads, consultations)
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Automatically through website technologies (cookies, analytics tools, server logs)
5. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
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Provide construction estimating and project management services
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Prepare and deliver quotes, estimates, and reports
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Communicate regarding your projects, inquiries, and support
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Process payments and maintain financial records
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Improve website functionality, performance, and user experience
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Enhance service quality and operational efficiency
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Detect, prevent, and respond to fraud or unauthorized activity
6. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your data based on:
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Your consent
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Performance of a contract
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Legitimate business interests
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Compliance with legal obligations
7. Data Retention
We retain personal and project data only as long as necessary to:
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Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy
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Comply with legal, accounting, and regulatory requirements
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Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your information from:
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Unauthorized access
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Disclosure
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Alteration
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Destruction
However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
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Access your personal information
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Request correction or deletion
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Restrict or object to processing
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Withdraw consent (where applicable)
To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for business and professional use only.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 16.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review their policies separately.
12. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
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Improve website functionality
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Analyze traffic and user behavior
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Enhance user experience
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Continued use of our website or services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
14. Contact Information
For privacy-related inquiries, requests, or concerns:
Federal Estimating
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (512) 428-8879
Address: 5900 Balcones Drive Suite 100, Austin, TX 78731
What Our Clients Say
Frequently Asked Questions
Most estimates are delivered within 24 to 48 hours, depending on the size and complexity of your project. For large-scale or multi-trade projects, turnaround may take up to 3 business days, but we always confirm the timeline before we begin.
We only need your project plans, drawings, or blueprints to get started. If you have specifications, scope of work documents, or any additional project details, those help us deliver an even more precise estimate.
Our estimates are built using up-to-date material pricing, regional labor rates, and trade-specific data, typically achieving 95%+ accuracy. Every estimate goes through a thorough review before delivery to make sure nothing is missed or mispriced.
We cover a wide range of trades, including concrete, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, roofing, and flooring. We also provide design development services, including shop drawings, CAD drafting, architectural renderings, and clash detection. Whether you need a single-trade estimate or a full project breakdown, we have the expertise to handle it.
Yes. We work on all project types, from small residential renovations and home builds to large-scale commercial developments and industrial projects across the USA and Canada.
Our pricing depends on the scope and complexity of your project. We offer competitive, transparent rates with no hidden fees. Contact us with your project details, and we'll provide a quick quote before we begin.
Absolutely. Every estimate we deliver is bid-ready, formatted, itemized, and detailed enough to submit directly to general contractors, owners, or project managers without any extra work on your end.
A construction takeoff is the process of measuring and quantifying all materials needed for a project from the drawings. An estimate builds on the takeoff by adding labor costs, equipment, overhead, and profit margins to give you the full project cost. We provide both as part of our service.
Yes, we work with all of them. Whether you're a subcontractor pricing a single trade, a general contractor managing multiple scopes, or a developer budgeting a new build, our estimating services are built to fit your workflow.
While no estimate can account for unforeseen site conditions or last-minute scope changes, our estimates are built to be as precise as possible. If your project scope changes after delivery, we can revise the estimate to reflect the updated plans.
We use industry-standard tools, including Bluebeam, PlanSwift, and RSMeans, to ensure every estimate is precise, data-backed, and built to current market rates.
Yes. All project plans, drawings, and documents shared with us are handled with complete confidentiality. Your information is never shared with third parties.