Frequently asked questions
Estimating has been our family’s trade for over 100 years. Our methods come from more than 65 years of scrutinized, detailed field studies and hands-on estimating work — not theory. You’ll learn how to price jobs accurately, build complete selling prices, and understand how real production rates apply in actual commercial projects.
We offer two specialized estimating courses: Commercial Painting and Commercial Drywall, which includes drywall, metal framing, insulation, and acoustical ceilings. Each course focuses on building accurate, profitable estimates using proven field-tested methods.
You have 90 days of access from the day you enroll. Most students complete the course in 2 to 4 weeks, but we allow the full 90 days so you can review the lessons and quizzes as much as you’d like during that time.
No. We start with the basics and build from there. Many students are project managers, foremen, or business owners who’ve never had formal estimating training.
Yes. Everything we teach comes from real-world field studies and many decades of estimating experience on actual commercial projects.
Because access to all lessons is granted immediately after purchase, we don’t offer refunds. Please review the course details before enrolling — we’re happy to answer any questions beforehand
You can email your instructor directly — you’ll always get a personal reply, usually the same day.
The courses are self-paced, with short video lessons followed by quick quizzes to reinforce what you’ve learned.
You can use a computer or tablet. Phones are not recommended due to the level of detail in the blueprints and on-screen plans used during the lessons.
Harry Carter
Carter School of Estimating
My estimating courses cover material, man days, production rates, difficulty factors, overhead and a whole lot more! Call (603) 263-0345 or write harry@estimatingcourse.com today and I’ll change the way you think about a lot of things regarding estimating. Estimating is an art. I’d like to think of myself as a great artist when it comes to estimating. Let me bring out the estimating artist in you.
