AI-BASED ELECTRICAL ESTIMATING SOFTWARE
Bid 3X more electrical jobs with a complete takeoff and estimating platform
Get Done For You, 99%+ accurate, QA-checked takeoffs and estimates in 24-72 hours, and generate instant electrical takeoffs for faster estimation & budgeting.
AI trusted by leading construction & field service businesses across US & Canada
CHALLENGES
The problem with manual electrical estimating
Time spent completing takeoffs and estimates leaves your team with little bandwidth to pursue more high-value opportunities.
Time-consuming takeoffs
Multiple addenda
Not enough time for strategy
Missed bid opportunities
SOLUTIONS
Holistic takeoff platform built to match your workflow
Two ways to handle electrical takeoffs & estimating. Get AI takeoff in minutes and 100% Done For You takeoffs and estimates in 24-72 hours.
Instant AI electrical takeoffs
Auto-capture electrical quantities in minutes
Capture lighting, controls, receptacles, panels, distribution equipment, mechanical connections, data outlets, security devices, and fire alarm devices.
AI reads your schedules and diagrams
Get fixture models, ratings, panel properties, and circuit details from fixture schedules, panel schedules, and single-line diagrams.
Device details follow project notes
Bring device information from legends and keyed notes into your takeoff, so quantities come with the details you need to price.
Breaker mismatches are flagged
Check breaker totals against panel headers and identify mismatches for review before estimating.
99%+ accurate electrical takeoffs & estimates
Upload electrical plans in PDF
Upload PDF plans, specifications, legends, and supporting documents for your plumbing project.
Confirm scope of work
The scope for your project will already be available for confirmation. Just check to confirm. Add project-specific instructions if needed.
AI does the takeoff
AI electrical takeoff software extracts quantities, with every takeoff QA-checked before delivery within 24-72 hours.
Get estimates aligned with your workflow
Receive custom Excel estimates based on your project requirements and pricing, ready for your team to review and refine.
PLATFORM FEATURES
Core features of electrical takeoff and estimating software
AI + QA-check
Get AI takeoffs with expert QA-checks for better accuracy and more reliable outputs.
Addendum & revision detection
We auto-detect changes across revised drawings and deliver a report highlighting version changes.
Estimates
Turn electrical takeoffs into structured Excel estimates aligned with your pricing and bid workflow.
SCOPE OF WORK
Everything Beam AI covers for electrical estimating
Beam AI uses trade-trained AI models to identify, measure, and quantify electrical systems directly from drawings.
Demolition
Light Fixtures
Lighting Devices
Electrical Devices
Outlets
Conduits
Occupancy Sensors
Utility Distribution
Transformers
Switchboards
Panelboards
Main Distribution Boards
Distribution Panels
Generators
UPS
Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
Inverters
Wiring Devices
Wiring Devices
Receptacles
Boxes
Disconnect Switches
Lighting Fixtures
Ceiling Mounted Lights
Wall Mounted Lights
Pole Mounted Lights
Specialty Fixtures
Exit Signs
Fire Alarm Devices
Smoke Detectors
Heat Detectors
Smoke Dampers
Horn/Strobes
Manual Pull Stations
Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)
Telecommunications
Telecommunications
Data Outlets
Voice Outlets
Wireless Access Points
Paging Speakers
Analog Clocks
Security Systems
CCTV Cameras
Motion Detectors
Card Readers
Magnetic Door Contacts
Request-to-Exit Devices
Runs
Feeders
Wiring & Conduits
Low Voltage Cabling
Fire Alarm Cabling
Cable Management
Grounding
Lightning Protection
ESTIMATING & BID MANAGEMENT
Estimating to bid management in one connected workflow
Turn takeoff data into estimates, capture ITBs automatically, and keep every opportunity, deadline, and update organized without switching tools.
Estimating
Beam AI delivers instant Excel estimates across all trades, with in-platform estimating for HVAC and Plumbing.
Bid management
Automatically capture ITBs from your inbox, then track bid statuses, due dates, owners, RFIs, and addenda in one organized view.
SUCCESS STORIES
Proven success in every trade
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“We are now ahead of deadlines and submit more bids while being accurate. We have more time to focus on bigger opportunities & communicate better with our customers.”
Deron Wood
Operations Director
“Beam AI is very easy to use and incredibly user-friendly. It’s saving me 16 hours a week and helping me spend more time out in the field managing jobs.”
Dexter Turner
Account Executive
“Beam AI is a no-brainer. We’re now saving 2 days of work each week, and our bid volume has doubled as we’ve grown from $900K to $2M in just a couple of months!”
Bryan Ramirez
Senior Estimator
“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
Sr. Preconstruction Manager
“Beam AI has helped us complete more bids by significantly reducing the time we spend on takeoffs each week.”
Danell Zarrelli
Assistant Project Manager
“Beam AI is helping us save over 15 man-hours/project while ensuring key details aren’t missed. We’re moving faster in budgeting and focusing more on strategic tasks now.”
Christian Long
CPE | Vice President of Preconstruction
“With Beam AI, we've slashed bidding time by days, and the team could send out significantly more bids, increasing our opportunity pipeline.”
Irana Perez
Estimator
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Everything you need to know about Beam AI
What format are the takeoff results in?
Our electrical estimating software for Mac and Windows delivers outputs in Excel formats that align with your existing workflows. Additionally, you can also generate branded PDFs for presentations, or share with stakeholders via a simple view-only link.
How does AI-based electrical takeoff software handle addenda and revisions?
Think of our platform as your own AI electrical estimator that auto-detects quantity changes across addenda; no need to re-do takeoffs manually. You get a side-by-side Addendum Variance Report comparing versions with quantity changes, new or removed items, and sheet-level highlights. This approach reduces rework common in manual electrical estimation software workflows.
How does pricing work for AI-based electrical takeoff software?
We have an annual license-based pricing model, based on the trade you operate in. Whether you need our platform customized as a residential electrical estimating software, commercial electrical estimating software, or a large-scale industrial electrical estimating software, we can create a custom quote for you. See our pricing section to know more, or book a demo today for more details.
What is electrical takeoff software?
Electrical takeoff software is a digital tool that allows contractors to perform material takeoffs from electrical blueprints and schematics, often used as part of broader construction takeoff software workflows for multi-trade estimating.
This technology streamlines the bidding process by automating manual tasks, reducing errors associated with traditional methods, and providing accurate estimates of materials and costs, ultimately saving time and enhancing competitiveness.
How does electrical takeoff software work?
Electrical takeoff software streamlines the process of quantifying and estimating materials for construction projects. Here’s how it typically works:
- Digital Plan Upload: Contractors upload digital versions of electrical plans and blueprints into the software.
- On-Screen Measurements: Using tools within the software, users can click and drag to measure linear distances (e.g., for conduits or cables), calculate areas (e.g., for lighting coverage), and count individual items (e.g., switches, outlets, or light fixtures).
- Material Quantities: The software compiles the measurements and counts to generate a precise list of materials required for the project.
- Automation: Some AI-based takeoff software, like Beam AI, can fully automate takeoffs and provide bid-ready outputs. This speeds up estimation, boosts accuracy, and supports electrical cost estimating software workflows.
What is residential electrical estimating software?
Residential electrical estimating software is a digital tool designed to help electricians, contractors, and estimators accurately calculate the cost of electrical work for residential construction projects. It automates the process of measuring, quantifying, and pricing electrical materials, labor, and overhead based on project plans or blueprints. It also produces documentation that can act as a take off sheet for electrical installation in residential jobs.
What is commercial electrical estimating software?
Commercial electrical estimating software is a specialized digital tool designed to help contractors, estimators, and electrical firms accurately calculate the cost of electrical systems for commercial construction projects. As an advanced electrical estimator software, it is built to handle larger-scale, more complex projects involving multiple systems and components efficiently.
What is an electrical quantity takeoff?
An electrical quantity takeoff is the process of measuring and listing all the electrical materials and components required for a construction project. This includes items like wires, outlets, switches, panels, lighting fixtures, and conduit. The goal is to provide accurate quantities so contractors can estimate costs, plan labor, and prepare detailed bids. Using digital tools or blueprint takeoff software for takeoffs improves accuracy, saves time, and reduces the risk of missing materials.
Beam AI electrical quantity takeoff software can fully automate takeoffs. All you need to do is upload plans in PDF format, select scope, and you get fully done-for-you takeoffs within 24-72 hours.
What is an electrical takeoff spreadsheet?
An electrical takeoff spreadsheet is a document or software file that itemizes every electrical component, material, and quantity needed for a construction or renovation project, based on design files and specifications.
This detailed list is essential for accurately estimating costs, planning material procurement, bidding on projects, and ensuring that no critical items are missed, helping to keep the project on track. It serves as a crucial link between complex electrical plans and the practical, cost-effective execution of the work.
