Construction Takeoff
Build AI Estimating delivers construction takeoff services built to give contractors, owners, and developers the precise quantities they need to move a project forward with confidence. We know that every set of plans comes with its own quirks and challenges, so our estimators tailor each takeoff to the specific trades, scope, and detail level your project calls for. Backed by hands-on construction experience and AI-assisted quality checks, we help turn drawings into numbers you can build a bid around, without the guesswork.
Build AI Estimating provides construction takeoff services built for contractors, owners, vendors, and developers who need accurate quantities they can act on quickly. Our clients include:
- General Contractors
- Project Managers
- Subcontractors
- Investors
- Developers
- Homebuilders
- Architects
- Owners
Our Takeoff Portfolio
Our team has handled takeoffs across residential, commercial, and industrial project types, including:
- Airports & Highways
- Retail
- Recreation
- Industrial Facilities
- Process Plants
- Civic & Public Works
- Custom Homes
- Multi-Use Developments
- Education
Trade-Specific Takeoffs for Contractors
We deliver material and labor takeoffs complete with pricing and man-hours, covering:
Civil, Structural, Architectural, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing), Sitework, Drywall, Lumber, Finishes, Steel, Insulation, and Painting.
Takeoffs for New Construction
Whether it's a new commercial, residential, or industrial build, our estimators handle projects of any size and scope, from single-unit evaluations up through multi-million dollar developments.
Renovation Takeoffs
Renovation projects call for a sharper eye, since existing conditions and new additions need to be clearly separated and marked up. Send us your plans and specs, and we'll deliver precise takeoffs.
If you’re looking for an estimating partner you can count on, we’re ready to help. Upload your plans and get a quote in minutes.
For Developers
Preliminary Takeoffs
Before committing time and money to a project, our preliminary takeoffs help developers make informed go or no-go decisions. We work from schematic drawings, conceptual sketches, or full construction documents, whatever stage your project is at.
Final Takeoffs & Estimates
Once a design is finalized and ready for bidding, it’s critical to verify subcontractor and general contractor bids before committing, protecting you from overcharges and unnecessary change orders. Our team helps you lock in solid numbers before the final bid decisions are made.
For Owners, Builders & Investors
Trying to determine whether a project is worth investing in? Our estimators can give you an accurate cost picture before you even receive vendor or contractor quotes, helping you avoid costly investment mistakes.
Material & Quantity Takeoffs From Plans
Struggling to submit enough bids to hit your growth targets often comes down to one thing: not getting takeoffs done fast enough. Fewer bids submitted means fewer chances to win work. Reach out, tell us your goals, and consider a monthly takeoff package so you can focus on bidding instead of counting quantities.
Detailed Plan Takeoffs
Need a full breakdown by trade, complete with schedules and item lists? Send over your plans and specs, and we’ll return a quote and turnaround time, using specialized software like Planswift, Bluebeam, and Trimble to build out your takeoff.
Working With Incomplete Drawings
We regularly support architects and contractors working with incomplete plans, especially when a bid deadline doesn’t allow time to wait for finalized drawings. In these cases, we build defensible takeoffs based on reasonable assumptions drawn from similar completed projects. Depending on your needs, quantities can be delivered in square footage for area-based bids, or itemized individually for supplier ordering.
Software We Use
Planswift
Bluebeam
FastPIPE
FastDUCT
FastWRAP
Trimble
Xactimate
Quest
Turning a Takeoff Into a Winning Bid
Getting an accurate takeoff is the first step. From there, it helps to verify pricing against your own vendor quotes, factor in your profit margin, and build an internal cost database using past projects of similar size and scope. Comparing a new bid against historical project costs helps confirm your numbers are realistic, protecting your margin and improving your odds of winning the job.
Why Outsourcing Takeoffs Helps You Win More Work
Handling takeoffs in-house takes real time and specialized skill, and even a solid in-house estimator can only get through so many bids before becoming a bottleneck. Outsourcing takeoffs to a dedicated team frees up your time to focus on pricing strategy, submitting bids, and following up with general contractors, rather than getting buried in quantity counts.
FAQs
How well do you understand different construction materials?
Our estimators have deep familiarity with the full range of construction materials, allowing us to deliver accurate specifications and quantities for any project type.
What’s included in a typical takeoff?
Depending on project scope, our takeoffs can include material lists, man-hours, bills of quantities, equipment lists, labor breakdowns, marked-up plans, and detailed measurements.
Can you provide takeoffs for individual CSI divisions?
Yes, we offer takeoffs by CSI division, material type, or system, including quantity takeoffs, lumber takeoffs, ductwork takeoffs, and more.
How is pricing determined for takeoff services?
Pricing is based on the scope and complexity of your project. We aim to keep our rates fair and competitive while maintaining accuracy.
How much experience does your team have with takeoffs?
Our estimators bring years of hands-on experience delivering accurate, dependable takeoffs across a wide range of project types.
Other Services
- Cost Estimating
- Building Cost Estimating
- BIM Estimating
- Budget Estimating
- Construction Estimating
- Freelance Estimating Services
- Blueprint Estimating Services
- Xactimate Estimating Services
- Construction Takeoff
- Quantity Takeoff
- Residential Estimating
- Single Family Residential
- Commercial Estimating
- Industrial Estimating
- Preliminary Estimate
- Estimating Consultant
- CPM Scheduling
- Primavera Scheduling Services
- MS Project Scheduling Services
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Send us your plans, ask a question, or get a quote started today.
Helping Contractors Win More Bids
Monthly Packages Built Around Your Workload
Contractors regularly turn to us for reliable, professional estimating and takeoff support. Many opt for our monthly packages since they cut costs while still delivering accurate, efficient takeoffs. We keep our pricing budget-friendly across the board, and our packages can reduce the cost of maintaining an in-house estimator by as much as 60 percent.
Beyond that, contractors come to us for specialized needs too, whether that’s roof takeoffs, plumbing takeoffs, or mechanical takeoffs. We handle each one carefully, factoring in labor, materials, equipment, and profit margins to keep every number realistic.
At the end of the day, our team works to make the estimating process smooth and productive for every contractor we partner with, adding value at every stage of the project.
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How It Works
Our Work Process
Send Us Your Plans
Share your drawings and specs with us in PDF format, whether that’s a bid set, schematic, development, documents, or conceptual plans. Send them via file upload through our contact form.
Review Your Quote
We’ll review your plans and send back a quote within minutes, covering pricing, turnaround time, and delivery date. Accept it and pay securely by credit card, debit card, or PayPal to get started.
Get Your Estimate
Receive a full estimate with all material and labor quantities along with pricing, delivered in Excel. We can use our standard template or yours, whichever suits your workflow best.
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