"First takeoff I ran, I was skeptical. Checked every count manually. It caught outlets I missed. Now I spot-check flagged items and move on. Saving 4-5 hours per bid."
Stop Counting. Start Winning Bids.
AI-powered construction takeoffs in 15 minutes, not 40 hours. Upload your plans. Get professional material lists, circuit counts, and labor estimates.
Electrical Takeoffs
AI extracts every circuit, outlet, and fixture from your PDF plans in minutes
HVAC Systems
Get complete ductwork measurements, equipment schedules, and diffuser counts ready for bidding
Plumbing Takeoffs
Fixture counts, pipe sizing, and valve schedules extracted from your plumbing drawings
Ready to Use
Export to Excel, CSV, or JSON - ready to import into your estimating software
Your Workflow, Accelerated
Four simple steps from PDF upload to contractor-ready material lists. No training required.
Electrical Takeoffs
Fixtures, outlets, switches, panels, circuit counts
- Complete wire runs with conduit sizing
- Panel schedules organized by circuit
- J-box locations and device counts
HVAC Takeoffs
Ductwork, equipment, vents, controls
- Ductwork linear footage by size
- Equipment schedules with tonnage
- Diffuser and grille counts by zone
Plumbing Takeoffs
Fixtures, piping, valves, drains
- Pipe counts organized by size and material
- Fixture schedules with rough-in requirements
- Drainage and vent calculations
How It Works
No training required. No software to install. Works from any browser. If you can attach a file to an email, you can use TakeoffBuilder.
- Claude AI reads plans like an experienced estimator
- 95%+ accuracy on commercial drawings
- Low-confidence items flagged for manual verification
How It Works
No training required. No software to install. Works from any browser. If you can attach a file to an email, you can use TakeoffBuilder.
- Claude AI reads plans like an experienced estimator
- 95%+ accuracy on commercial drawings
- Low-confidence items flagged for manual verification
Your Workflow, Accelerated
Four simple steps from PDF upload to contractor-ready material lists. No training required.
Electrical Takeoffs
Fixtures, outlets, switches, panels, circuit counts
- Complete wire runs with conduit sizing
- Panel schedules organized by circuit
- J-box locations and device counts
HVAC Takeoffs
Ductwork, equipment, vents, controls
- Ductwork linear footage by size
- Equipment schedules with tonnage
- Diffuser and grille counts by zone
Plumbing Takeoffs
Fixtures, piping, valves, drains
- Pipe counts organized by size and material
- Fixture schedules with rough-in requirements
- Drainage and vent calculations
General Construction
Materials, quantities, specifications
- Sprinkler head counts and spacing verification
- Pipe schedules with hydraulic calculations
- Valve and fitting counts by type
How It Works
No training required. No software to install. Works from any browser. If you can attach a file to an email, you can use TakeoffBuilder.
Upload your PDF construction plans - any format, including scanned drawings. Select your trade and the AI starts analyzing immediately. Typical 50-page commercial set completes in 10-15 minutes.
Claude AI reads legends, schedules, notes, and drawings. It understands context - not just symbol matching. The system identifies components, extracts quantities, and organizes everything by category.
The AI flags items with lower confidence for your review. You verify flagged items and spot-check sections. Adjust quantities using simple toggles and modifiers. Most contractors review in 15-20 minutes.
Download material lists as Excel, CSV, or JSON. Organized by category, ready for pricing. Import into your estimating software or use as-is. Includes labor hour estimates based on industry standards.
TakeoffBuilder vs PlanSwift: Feature Comparison
See why contractors are switching from manual methods and traditional takeoff software
Feature
TakeoffBuilder
PlanSwift
Setup Time
Upload PDF, start immediately
Hours of software configuration
Accuracy
Intuitive interface, minimal training
Steep learning curve, extensive training needed
Measurement Speed
Upload PDF, get results - no training
Manual point-and-click for each item
Accuracy
95%+ with human verification
Depends on user experience
Integration
Cloud-based, no install needed
Desktop software installation required
Cost Model
Pay per project, no subscription lock-in
Limited by manual bottleneck
Trusted by Contractors Nationwide
Contractors across every trade are saving hours per bid and winning more work
6 reviews
"The AI handles the tedious counting while I focus on pricing strategy. Export to Excel, adjust my margins, done. We're bidding 3x more jobs than last year."
"Pays for itself on the first job. I was spending weekends counting fixtures. Now I upload Friday, review Monday morning, submit bid by lunch. Game changer."
"Use it to verify sub bids. Caught a 20% undercount on a recent electrical bid. The AI flagged questionable areas - I knew exactly where to look."
"Sprinkler layouts are complex. The AI catches head counts and spacing I'd need hours to verify. Flagging system is smart - shows me what needs human eyes."
"No subscription is huge. I pay when I bid, not monthly whether I use it or not. For smaller shops like ours, that matters."
Your Workflow, Accelerated
Four simple steps from PDF upload to contractor-ready material lists. No training required.
Electrical Takeoffs
Fixtures, outlets, switches, panels, circuit counts
Drag and drop your PDF plans or click to browse. Works with any PDF format - CAD exports, scanned drawings, or contractor-provided plans. No file size limits.
Select your trade from the dropdown. Choose project type and code year. The AI adjusts recognition for your specific trade and compliance requirements.
Typical turnaround is 10-15 minutes for a 50-page set. You'll receive an email when your takeoff is ready to download and review.
HVAC Takeoffs
Ductwork, equipment, vents, controls
Claude AI reads your plans page by page - understanding legends, schedules, notes, and drawing symbols. It recognizes components in context, not just pattern matching.
The AI extracts every component, counts quantities, measures distances, and organizes everything by category. Wire runs, device counts, equipment schedules - all automatically tallied.
Items with lower confidence get flagged automatically. The system shows you exactly which components need verification so you can focus your expertise where it matters.
Plumbing Takeoffs
Fixtures, piping, valves, drains
Review flagged items first - the AI shows why it's uncertain. Then spot-check sections you know are complex. Most contractors complete review in 15-20 minutes.
Use simple toggles to adjust quantities up or down. Add markup percentages. The interface makes corrections frictionless - no manual recounting required.
Most contractors add 10-12% markup based on job complexity. You know your projects - the tools make applying your judgment fast.
General Construction
Materials, quantities, specifications
Download as Excel (.xlsx) or CSV for import into your estimating software. Material counts are organized by category matching standard workflows for your trade.
Import counts into PlanSwift, Accubid, or your preferred estimating tool. Use the material list as-is for supplier quotes. The output works with your existing process.
Apply your pricing, add margins, adjust for labor rates in your market. TakeoffBuilder handles the counting - you handle the business strategy.
Still Have Questions?
Everything you need to know about AI-assisted takeoffs. From accuracy rates to pricing, we cover the questions contractors ask most.
How accurate are the AI counts?
On commercial electrical plans, we achieve 94.7% accuracy compared to manual takeoffs. Accuracy varies by trade and plan quality. Hand-drawn details or unusual symbols may need manual review.
- 95%+ on standard commercial drawings
- Questionable items flagged automatically
How does the takeoff process work?
Three steps. Upload your PDF construction plans. Select your trade. Download your material count in Excel format - usually within 10 minutes. No software to install. Works from any browser.
- Upload PDF, select trade, get results
- Works from any browser - no installation
How long does it take to get results?
Typical turnaround is 5-15 minutes depending on plan size and complexity. A 30-page commercial set usually completes in under 10 minutes. Larger plan sets may take 20-30 minutes. You'll get an email when ready.
- 30-page set: under 10 minutes
- Email notification when complete
What does it cost?
Pay-per-use with credits. A typical 50-page commercial plan costs 3 credits. No subscription, no monthly fees. Buy credits when you need them - they don't expire. First takeoff is free on plans under 20 pages.
- No monthly subscription required
- Credits never expire
What trades do you support?
We support electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, low voltage/data, mechanical piping, solar PV, and security/access control. Each trade has specialized symbol recognition trained on thousands of real plans.
- 8 trades supported at launch
- Trade-specific symbol recognition
Should I verify the results?
We recommend spot-checking, especially on your first few takeoffs. Compare a section manually to build confidence. The system flags items with lower confidence for your review. Most users find they can trust the bulk count and just verify flagged items.
- Flagged items need your review
- Spot-check builds confidence
Visit our complete FAQ page or contact support for specific questions about your projects
More Questions?Start Building Better Takeoffs
Upload your first plan and see results in about 15 minutes
- First takeoff free on plans under 20 pages
- No credit card required to test
- Results in 10-15 minutes
