AI-assisted material takeoff software for estimators

Material takeoffs are detailed lists of all construction materials derived directly from project drawings, including quantities, dimensions, and specifications. A bill of materials (BOM) comes after estimation and is used mainly for procurement and project execution.

Yes, Beam AI offers fully automated material takeoff to GCs, subs, and suppliers, helping them regain 15-20 hours/week in their bid cycle and drastically improving their bidding capacity.

Yes. AI-assisted material takeoff software automates the extraction of material quantities directly from drawings, saving time and reducing errors. Beam AI auto-reads specs and keyed-in notes to perform material takeoffs across trades. Our platform also has a QA team that reviews AI-generated takeoffs before it reaches you, ensuring accuracy within ±1% of your in-house standards.

You can create a material takeoff by reviewing construction drawings, listing required materials, and quantifying them in a takeoff sheet or spreadsheet. AI tools like Beam AI now automate this process, eliminating manual work.

Performing a material takeoff involves identifying materials from blueprints, calculating quantities, and organizing them into a material takeoff list. Using software ensures speed compared to manual methods.

In iBeam (Beam AI), you simply upload your drawings, select the trade, and the platform automatically generates an itemized material takeoff sheet with quantities and classifications. The AI-generated output reviewed by a QA team reaches you within 24-72 hours.

An example of a material takeoff is a plumbing project sheet that lists pipe lengths, fittings, and fixtures required for installation, along with their quantities. Templates or software can provide standardized examples.

Material takeoffs are typically created from construction drawings such as architectural, structural or MEP drawings. These detailed design documents specify the details needed to measure and calculate materials.