Engineered Tax Services (ETS) Review (2026)
Pricing, methodology, audit defense, and where this provider fits.
Editorial note: This review is published by Cost Seg Smart, which appears as a competitor on this site. Public-facing data only — pricing, methodology, and credentials reflect what the provider publishes. Pricing as of May 2026.
- Pricing
- Contact for quote
- Turnaround
- 3-6 weeks
- Methodology
- Engineering-based, licensed engineering firm
- Site visit
- Yes — standard for all studies
- CPA support
- Dedicated support team
- Guarantee
- Study quality guarantee
- Property types
- All commercial and residential — 10,000+ studies per year
- Founded
- 2002
Badge: Best for Complex Properties
Pricing detail
Industry reports suggest $5,000-$15,000+. Not published on website.
Pricing reflects publicly advertised rates as of May 2026. Quotes for specific properties may differ. The same IRS-compliant methodology applies regardless of price tier — what changes is delivery, engineering depth, audit defense scope, and turnaround.
Methodology and process
Engineered Tax Services (ETS) uses engineering-based, licensed engineering firm. All US cost segregation studies — including this one — must follow the engineering-based methodology described in the IRS Cost Segregation Audit Techniques Guide and apply MACRS classification per Rev. Proc. 87-56. The framework is set by federal law; what varies across providers is execution depth, documentation, and audit defense scope.
Property-type fit
Engineered Tax Services (ETS) works with all commercial and residential — 10,000+ studies per year. For investors evaluating providers by property type, our category rankings list commercial cost-seg comparison and MF cost-seg firms.
Audit defense
CPA support: Dedicated support team. Guarantee: Study quality guarantee. Audit defense scope varies materially across providers, ranging from explicit IRS representation to no defense beyond report delivery — see the scoring methodology for how we evaluate this dimension.
Pros
- One of the largest cost seg firms — 10,000+ studies annually
- Licensed professional engineering firm
- Full-service: cost seg, 179D, R&D credits
- Strong audit defense track record
Cons
- Premium pricing — $5,000+ minimum typical
- Longer turnaround (3-6 weeks)
- Pricing not transparent on website
- May be more than needed for single residential properties
Verdict — who this is for
Engineered Tax Services (ETS) earns 8.0/10 in our scoring rubric. Best fit for commercial and multifamily owners who value engineering depth and traditional documentation. For investors comparing alternatives, the full 27-provider sortable table is on the homepage.
FAQ
How much does Engineered Tax Services (ETS) charge?
Industry reports suggest $5,000-$15,000+. Not published on website.
How long does a Engineered Tax Services (ETS) cost segregation study take?
Turnaround: 3-6 weeks. This is consistent with the 4–8 week traditional engineering benchmark.
Does Engineered Tax Services (ETS) require an on-site visit?
Yes — standard for all studies. The IRS Cost Segregation Audit Techniques Guide (Pub 5653) does not require an on-site visit; it requires engineering-based methodology with documented support.
Pricing and operational details reflect public information as of May 2026. Provider corrections welcome via the submission form. This review is not legal, tax, or financial advice — confirm cost segregation suitability with your CPA before ordering a study.