Digital takeoff software for construction estimators

Your current digital takeoff tool is limiting how many jobs you can bid on

Your current digital takeoff tool is limiting how many jobs you can bid on

Bid-ready outputs, 90% time savings, and the ability to bid on 2X more jobs. All made possible with Beam AI - AI-based, fully automated digital takeoff software.

Bid-ready outputs, 90% time savings, and the ability to bid on 2X more jobs. All made possible with Beam AI - fully automated, AI-based plan takeoff software.

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Bommarito Construction

Increased revenue by $1M within 6 months

Desert Rat Welding

Reduced 80% Time on Takeoffs

Ray Stairs Steel Company

2X revenue growth - $900K to $2M

Legacy Comapnies INC

Doubled Revenue from $6M to $12M

Desert Rat Welding

Reduced 80% Time on Takeoffs

Ray stairs

2X revenue growth - $900K to $2M

Trusted by 1000+ Construction Businesses Across the US & Canada

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Generate digital takeoffs in 4 easy steps

Let plan takeoff software Beam AI, do the heavy lifting and completely automate takeoffs for you

Upload your project plans in PDF format

Drop all your spec docs, architectural plans, and legends here, and Beam AI plan takeoff software reads everything.

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Confirm scope of work for your digital takeoff

Your scope will already include quantities needed for your pre-aligned trades. Just check to confirm. If your GC/client has unusual packaging, quantity breakdowns, or preferences, list them under “Project-Specific Deviations.”

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AI does the digital takeoff for you

Plan takeoff software, Beam AI, scans your uploaded files, reads through specs and notes to extract material quantities.

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Get QA-reviewed takeoffs

Plan takeoff software, Beam AI, has its very own Quality Assurance team that reviews every takeoff before it lands in your inbox. Get outputs in Excel, PDF, and a view-only shareable link.

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Beam AI digital takeoff software upload screen for construction estimators, showing PDF plan upload area, drag-and-drop file option, and project scope input for automated extraction of material quantities from architectural plans and spec documents.

Your current digital takeoff software is costing you Time and Money. Reclaim both with Beam AI.

Half of your time is spent on doing takeoffs manually:

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Manual takeoff software eats 50% of your bid cycle

Passing files back and forth, chasing the latest plan version, and manually updating takeoffs after addenda waste time. Without online takeoff software, estimators spend more effort managing files than producing accurate bids.

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Outdated takeoff processes limit growth

Manual takeoff methods cap the number of jobs your team can realistically bid on. The result? Missed opportunities, reduced margins, and a bidding process that can’t scale with your business.

Fully automated digital takeoff software for construction estimators

The ONLY digital takeoff software that saves 90% time & helps bid on 2X more jobs.

Save 90% time with digital takeoff software

Beam AI is an online takeoff software that lets estimators submit multiple takeoffs, work on the same project simultaneously, review changes across addendums, and keep team members in sync about takeoff versions. No more emailing files back and forth or worrying about version control.

Bid on 2X more jobs without increasing headcount

Beam AI automates the takeoff process, so you can focus on other high-priority tasks like vendor management, proposal refinement, stakeholder communication, and securing more work. With digital takeoff tool Beam AI doing all the heavy lifting, you can double your bidding capacity without adding more team members.

New from Beam AI: Tools beyond automated digital takeoff software

100% automated takeoffs and construction bid tracking - on one platform.

Bid Dashboard

Your all-in-one construction bid tracking software.

Track every bid – status, due dates, owners, RFIs, ITBs, and addenda, in one organized view

  • Get Automated email reminders & in-app notifications ensure you never miss a deadline.
  • Access one-click Excel exports keep reporting simple.
  • Linked workflows and custom bid statuses make handoff seamless from takeoff to submission.
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See what our customers have to say

From saving time on takeoffs to boosting bid capacity, hear from leading GCs firsthand how we’re helping them succeed

"We’re saving a week’s worth of time on takeoffs and recording 1.5x business growth after switching to Beam AI."

Roy Caberra

Roy Cabrera

Estimator, Pilkington Construction Co.

"We were spending the majority of our time just doing manual takeoffs. Now we’re saving over 20 hours a week with Beam AI. Honestly, we’re handling more bids without growing the team."

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Adam Bradford

DJX Construction

"Before Beam AI, manual takeoffs took up too much time. Now, we’re sending up to 5 bids a week, have taken on larger projects, and even repurposed an estimator to focus on inventory and purchasing."

Dylan Kaminski

Dylan Kaminski

Business Development Manager, Tactical Construction Inc.

"I would absolutely recommend Beam AI. The accuracy is spot on, and the time savings are significant. It's been a game-changer for us, truly a beneficial tool for any estimating team."

Emma Peters

Emma Peters

Sr. Preconstruction Manager| Blach Construction

"With Beam AI, we are able to pursue more bids and dedicate more time to managing and supervising projects."

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Hunter Foley

Masonry Operations and Sales| Caliber LLC

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FAQs

What is digital takeoff software?

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Digital takeoff tools are software solutions that allow estimators to quickly measure, calculate, and extract material quantities directly from uploaded digital plans. They replace manual takeoffs, saving time and improving accuracy.

Can digital takeoff tools improve bid accuracy?

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Manual takeoffs can be heavily prone to human error. Beam AI - the ONLY AI-based fully automated digital takeoff software auto-reads 100s of sheets across plansets to scan notes and specs to perform material takeoffs. This minimizes human error, flags discrepancies in plan versions, and provides consistent, bid-ready outputs—helping contractors submit more accurate estimates.

What trades does Beam AI digital takeoff tool support?

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Beam AI supports both construction and field service businesses, covering a wide range of trades, including mechanical/HVAC, plumbing, electrical, concrete, utilities, civil, masonry, roofing, flooring, landscaping, paving, and more.

How do digital takeoff tools help contractors win more bids?

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By reducing time spent on takeoffs and increasing accuracy, contractors can bid on 2X more jobs without adding headcount. With more time to coordinate with clients & vendors and identify the right jobs to bid on, estimators improve win rates and profitability.

When can I expect to receive my takeoff from the Beam AI digital takeoff tool?

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With Beam AI, once you upload plans and confirm scope, you receive a QA-reviewed takeoff in 24–72 hours.

Do I need to download Beam AI?

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No, Beam AI is an online takeoff software. You simply need a web browser and an internet connection to access it, and you can do so remotely from anywhere. This cloud-based digital takeoff software facilitates easy collaboration among team members.

Can Beam AI do concrete and rebar digital takeoffs?

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Yes, Beam AI can perform digital takeoffs for concrete and rebar. No more clicking and tracing site plans. Get 100% automated quantity takeoffs for slabs, footings, beams, columns, dowels, laps, standees, and reinforcement.

Can Beam AI do HVAC and mechanical digital takeoffs?

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Yes, Beam AI can do HVAC and mechanical digital takeoffs. Beam AI extracts all quantities automatically, HVAC components like air handlers, flex duct, piping, and more, with zero manual tracing. Our AI auto-reads all specs and keyed-in notes to do the takeoff just like an estimator would.

Is Beam AI an electrical plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI can do electrical digital takeoffs. Beam AI automatically extract quantities for switches, outlets, electrical boxes, and more—no manual tracing needed. It reads specs and notes to complete takeoffs just like an estimator.

Is Beam AI a utility and earthwork plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI can do earthwork and utility digital takeoffs. Get 100% automated material quantities for utility piping, inlets, culverts, manholes, stormwater detention, cut and fill quantities, grading, backfill, and more with Beam AI - the only AI-based utility takeoff software.

Is Beam AI a structural steel plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI can do structural steel digital takeoffs.  Automate the measurement of beams, columns, channels, angles, and plates. Beam AI auto-reads your plans, factoring in all specs & keyed-in notes like an estimator, eliminating hours of manual tracing.

Is Beam AI a plumbing plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI can do plumbing digital takeoffs.  Get ready-to-use material quantities for pipes, fixtures, valves, fittings, and more with Beam AI—saving 90% of your time on takeoffs so you can focus on bidding 2X more.

Is Beam AI a masonry plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI can do masonry digital takeoffs.  Automate brick, CMU, and stone takeoffs, save 90% of your time, and bid 2X more jobs, without adding extra estimators.

Is Beam AI a flooring plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI can do flooring digital takeoffs.  Beam AI measures areas, calculates material quantities, and auto-reads plan notes and specs so that you don’t have to.

Is Beam AI a painting plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI can do painting  digital takeoffs.  Let Beam AI extract all quantities automatically, including wall square footage, ceiling area, surface type, primer and topcoat specs, with no need for manual tracing site plans. Our AI reads specs and notes to do the takeoff just like an estimator would.

Is Beam AI a civil plan takeoff software?

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Absolutely, Beam AI can do civil digital takeoffs.   Beam AI auto-detects all types of materials, sizes, and elements such as curbs, sidewalks, and earthwork from plans and profiles. From sitework to paving and landscaping, Beam AI has got you covered.

Is Beam AI a demolition plan takeoff software?

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Absolutely, Beam AI can do demolition digital takeoffs.  No more clicking through 100-page plan sets. Beam AI automates demolition quantity takeoffs across structural, interior, and site demolition scopes. Reclaim 15–20 hours a week to focus on vendor coordination, site walks, and value engineering.

Is Beam AI a landscape & irrigation plan takeoff software?

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Absolutely, Beam AI can do landscape and irrigation digital takeoffs. Get 100% automated material quantities for mainline pipes, connection facilities, lawn/turf, groundcover, mulch, gravel, and more with Beam AI, the only AI-based landscaping takeoff software that saves 90% time on takeoffs and helps push 2X more bids.

Is Beam AI a paving plan takeoff software?

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Absolutely, Beam AI can do paving digital takeoffs.  Fully automate quantity extractions for signage, asphalt, concrete, curb & gutter, sidewalks, and more with AI-based asphalt paving takeoff software to save 90% of your time and push 2X more bids.

Is Beam AI a roofing plan takeoff software?

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Absolutely, Beam AI can do roofing digital takeoffs. Get ready-to-use material quantities for roof decking, insulation, vents, roof structures, tiles, skylights, and more with Beam AI, saving 90% of your time on takeoffs, so you can focus on bidding 2X more.

What is digital takeoff software?

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Digital takeoff software is a construction tool that allows users to extract material quantities-like lengths, areas, and counts-from digital blueprints by using computer-based measurement tools instead of manual paper-based methods. These platforms let you  upload plan files, measure items with just a few clicks, or even automate entire takeoffs with AI.

Digital tools are becoming more common across the industry, and rightfully so. They’re faster, more accurate, and easier to collaborate on, especially when teams are remote or working across multiple bids at once.

What are Digital Takeoff Tools?

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Digital takeoff tools are software that help construction professionals quickly and accurately measure materials from digital blueprints or plans. Instead of doing everything on paper, these tools automatically calculate lengths, areas, counts, and volumes to give precise material quantities for bids and project planning. They save time, reduce errors, and make the estimating process much more efficient.

What is AI Digital Takeoff tools?

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AI digital takeoff tools automate the entire takeoff process, eliminating manual efforts entirely. Software like Beam AI, are a great example of such tools. All you need to do is upload plans in PDF format, select the scope of work and AI does the job for you. It gives you bid-ready outputs in 24-72 hours, no manual effort needed.

This technology helps reduce human error, saves time for estimators to focus on other tasks, and integrates with estimating and bidding workflows for a more streamlined workflow.

What is online takeoff software?

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Cloud-based takeoff software Beam AI goes a step further. This is the only AI-based takeoff software that fully automates the takeoff process for you. All you need to do is upload plans in PDF format, select the scope of work and AI does the job for you. It gives you bid-ready outputs in 24-72 hours, no manual effort needed.

Plus it is an online takeoff software - you only need an internet connection to access you account. No downloads or bulky software updates required.

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