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Conceptual Estimate

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A very early rough cost guess based on the project concept before any drawings exist.

Definition

A conceptual estimate is a preliminary cost projection developed at the earliest stage of project planning, often before any design documents exist. It relies on high-level project parameters such as building type, size, and location. Accuracy is typically plus or minus 30–50%, making it suitable only for feasibility analysis.

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