

This guide will cover the products that contractors and tradesmen can use to speed up and optimize the takeoff process. Fortunately for the modern contractor, companies have created takeoff software to simplify and improve this process.

Traditionally, contractors performed quantity takeoff by hand using printed plans, rulers, calculators, and pencils. However, the process of generating the takeoff data-pulling this detailed information from project plans-can be a very time-consuming process for contractors. That information is then used in cost estimates, project proposals, and supply order forms. Contractors and project managers use blueprints to calculate the quantity and dimensions of materials and supplies needed for the project.

