Estimating electrical work is a high-stakes game. Get it right, and your company turns a healthy profit. Get it wrong, and you’re either losing money or pricing yourself out of work. The problem? Estimating isn’t just about plugging numbers into a software program—it requires skill, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the trade. Mistakes in estimating happen all the time, and if you don’t know what to watch out for, you could find yourself in a world of trouble.