Preconstruction Estimating Desk

Blueprint takeoffs for tender deadlines

Send full PDF plan sets and addenda. We calculate exact linear footages, sheet counts, and cubic volumes into structured spreadsheets organized strictly by CSI MasterFormat division.

Tender Performance

Quantified accuracy across every market

48-72h

standard bid delivery

16

CSI divisions counted

50

states actively covered

100%

drawing-audited scopes

Core Disciplines

Specialized division takeoffs

Every project receives an audited line-item tally directly referenced to architectural, structural, and MEP sheet schedules.

Divisions 03 - 09
Custom Residential
Specialty Subcontractors

Commercial shell & core

Framing and finish schedules

Trade-specific packages

Complete concrete, masonry, structural steel, framing, drywall, and thermal insulation takeoffs calibrated for prime commercial bids and general contractor packages.

Timber cut lists, joist runs, subfloor sheets, roofing squares, and complete millwork package schedules designed specifically for custom homebuilders.

Targeted trade counts for painting, tile, acoustic ceilings, glazing, and MEP fixtures generated to help specialty trades submit firm supplier quotes.

Four-Stage Cycle

Blueprint to bid-ready spreadsheet

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Plan set submission

Drawing audit & scope check

Digitized takeoff measurement

Itemized delivery

Upload digital plan files, specifications, structural schedules, and relevant tender addenda through our intake form with your required deadline.

Our senior estimators cross-examine architectural and structural details to verify scale integrity and document scope boundary assumptions.

Receive editable Excel workbooks populated with material quantities, unit classifications, and summary totals organized ready for tender input.

Every assembly is digitally traced and counted directly from drawing sheets with verifiable color-coded PDF verification overlays.

Tender Submission

Request project pricing

Submit your drawing links, project scope requirements, and bid submission date. We review drawing complexity and return a fixed takeoff quote within four business hours.