Bid windows are short and plumbing drawings are dense. Missing a run of 4-inch cast iron or a grease interceptor isn't a rounding error; it's margin gone. Estimators juggling five bids rarely have time to do a full plumbing count on each.
We produce organized takeoffs by system (domestic cold, hot, recirc, sanitary, vent, storm, gas, condensate), by floor or area, and by material, with notes on drawing conflicts and missing information. Use it to build your own number, check subcontractor bids, or level scope across bidders.
When to call us
- You're bidding a project and short on estimating time
- Plumbing sub bids vary widely and you need a baseline
- Drawings are incomplete and you need to know what's missing
- You're an owner verifying a GMP or change order
- You need quantities in a format your estimating software can use
What we do
- Fixture and equipment schedule count
- Pipe linear footage by system, size and material
- Fittings, valves, cleanouts, hangers and specialties
- Drawing conflict and RFI list
- Organization by floor, area or phase as needed
What you get
What drives the fee
- Building size and number of floors
- Number of plumbing systems in scope
- Drawing quality and completeness
- Rush turnaround inside the bid window
Quantity Takeoffs FAQ
What do you need to start a takeoff?
The plumbing and architectural drawings (PDF is fine), the specifications if available, addenda, and the bid due date. Tell us how you want the output organized.
Do you price the takeoff too?
We can apply budget pricing from current regional ranges, or deliver quantities only so you can apply your own labor and material pricing.
Can you do takeoffs for plumbing subcontractors?
Yes. Many subs use us during busy bid seasons for overflow estimating or to double-check their own counts.