PDF takeoff software connected to the job
BuildTools lets estimators and PMs measure PDF plans in the browser, organize quantities, export takeoff data to Excel, and keep the numbers tied to the project record.
Why standalone takeoff slows builders down
How PDF takeoff maps into BuildTools
Start with the same plan files your team already uses, then keep the measurements connected to the construction workflow.
| Typical takeoff workflow | In BuildTools |
|---|---|
| Upload PDF plans to a takeoff tool | Open project drawings in the browser and calibrate scale |
| Measure lengths, areas, and counts | Measure quantities on the plan and organize them by scope |
| Export or copy numbers to Excel | Export takeoff quantities to Excel for estimating and handoff |
| Send PDFs and spreadsheets around | Share live plans with unlimited viewers and project permissions |
| Manually reconcile changes | Compare revisions and keep takeoff context attached to the job |
What you get with BuildTools
- Browser-based PDF takeoff with calibrated measurements.
- Length, area, and count workflows for construction plans.
- Excel export for estimating, purchasing, and vendor handoff.
- Plan markup, notes, and measurements connected to project documents.
- Current plans available on Mac, iPad, Windows, and field devices.
- Unlimited viewers for live plan sharing.
Frequently asked questions
What is PDF takeoff software?
PDF takeoff software lets builders measure quantities directly from PDF plans, including lengths, areas, and counts, using a calibrated drawing scale.
Can BuildTools export takeoffs to Excel?
Yes. Takeoff quantities can be exported to Excel for estimating, purchasing, and team handoff workflows.
Does PDF takeoff work on Mac?
BuildTools runs takeoff workflows in the browser, so teams can work across Mac, iPad, Windows, and field devices.
Can I share takeoff plans with the field?
Yes. Shared plans support unlimited viewers, so field teams and trade partners can see the current plan context without managing separate files.
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