HVAC Takeoff Software That Saves Time and Doubles Bids

Looking for a faster, smarter way to handle HVAC takeoffs?

‍Beam AI automates the entire process—so you can focus less on clicking and more on closing.

Manual HVAC takeoffs are tedious, time-consuming, and leave little room for strategic work. Beam AI changes that by automating takeoffs for ductwork, piping, fittings, and HVAC equipment—saving you up to 90% of the time and letting you bid 2X more without adding to your team.

What Is HVAC Takeoff Software?

HVAC takeoff software helps estimators and contractors measure materials needed for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems on construction projects.

Here’s what’s typically quantified:

• Ductwork
  
• Pipes
  
• Fittings and vents
  
• HVAC equipment

These quantities are then used to calculate project costs, including materials, labor, and overhead.

Most digital takeoff sofware still rely on manual inputs—tracing lines, clicking through plan sets, and doing recalculations when revisions arrive. That’s where Beam AI stands apart against your current hvac takeoff software. 

Why Beam AI Is Different from Other HVAC Takeoff Software

Beam AI is built to automate and accelerate hvac takeoffs—no more clicking for hours or redrawing when a plan revision drops.

‍1.  Completely Automated HVAC Takeoffs

Just upload your site plans, define your scope of work, and hit submit.

Beam AI does the rest:

• Extracts quantities using AI
  
• Fcators in plan specs and keyed notes
  
• QA-verified by a real estimator and delivers takeoff in 24-72 hours
  

Your team saves hours per project—and can redirect that time to refining estimates, value engineering, or winning more jobs.

2.  Auto Change Detection for HVAC Plan Revisions

Late addenda? No problem.

Beam AI detects and adjusts for changes in:

• Duct routes
  
• Piping layouts
  
• Equipment specs

Instead of starting over, you get updated HVAC takeoffs automatically - so you stay on top of the bid and ahead of the competition.

3.  Multiple Export Options for HVAC Takeoffs

Seamless sharing across your estimating team, GCs, or suppliers:

• Excel Export: Build estimates easily using takeoff data
  
• Sharable Link: Real-time collaboration on cloud-based plans
  
• PDF Reports: Export annotated plans for clear client communication
  

No more juggling outdated spreadsheets or version mismatches.

4.  HVAC Takeoff Library for Easy Access and Collaboration

Manage multiple projects with ease:

• Centralized library for all your HVAC takeoffs
  
• Real-time team access
  
• Keep everyone on the same page with one shared source of truth
  

Whether you’re bidding solo or across teams, everything stays organized and accessible.

5.  Built-In Editing Toolbar

Customize your HVAC takeoffs on the go:

• Rotate, split, or cut holes in objects
  
• Add features directly to the plan
  
• Use Tags to sort quantities by phase, system, or trade
  

Apply multiple tags to a single takeoff to streamline your estimating process.

How to Create HVAC Takeoffs in 3 Simple Steps

Setting up a takeoff with Beam AI is faster than ever:

1. Upload site plans in PDF format
   
2. Define scope of work & submit
   
3. AI takes quantities off plans
   
4. Quality assurance team reviews and delivers the takeoff in 2-3 days

No complex training required. Setup takes less than 2 minutes—letting you spend more time refining the bid than creating it.

Real Results: Legacy Construction Doubles Revenue with Beam AI

"With Beam AI, we’ve doubled our revenue from $6M to $12M and cut our bid turnaround from five days to just two. Beam AI has been exceptionally helpful!"

– John C Meyer, Project Manager, Legacy Companies

Legacy Construction isn’t alone. Over 900+ contractors use Beam AI to increase their bidding capacity and win more jobs.

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Key Benefits of Beam AI’s HVAC Takeoff Software

By switching to Beam AI, you can:

• Save up to 90% of manual takeoff time
  
• Bid 2X more projects with the same team
  
• Improve estimate accuracy with QA-verified takeoffs
  
• Reduce bid turnaround times from days to hours
  
  

Whether you're dealing with ductwork takeoff, piping layouts, or full HVAC scopes—Beam AI boosts productivity and efficiency, saving a lot of their time so that they can focus on what truly matters for your business: securing new projects, refining estimates, and enhancing customer relationships. 

Ready to Cut Takeoff Time and Win More HVAC Jobs?

Manual takeoffs slow you down. Beam AI helps you speed up, scale up, and sharpen your bids—so you can focus on what really matters: winning more profitable HVAC projects.

‍‍Book a free demo today and see how Beam AI’s automated HVAC takeoff software can double your bid volume and transform your estimating workflow.