How to prepare a contractor estimate from job photos
Prepare a preliminary estimate from job photos, verify dimensions and review materials and labor before sharing a contractor quote.
Photograph the whole job
Take an overview and close-ups of the work area. Add the type of repair, location and known measurements. Photos help describe visible conditions; they cannot reveal every hidden problem.
Review the preliminary scope
Use Eva AI as a starting point, then check the proposed tasks, material quantities and labor. Confirm dimensions on site and use current supplier prices before committing to a total.
Make the quote specific
Identify the customer and job address. State what is included, what is excluded, the schedule and payment terms. Review the quote before saving or sharing its PDF.
Example: an interior painting estimate
For a room repaint, record wall dimensions, doors and windows, surface repairs, coats and paint coverage. Separate preparation, materials and labor. This is an illustrative checklist, not a priced quote or a measurement from a photograph.